Optimal Nurturing

06/17/2026

August babies are almost here! 💕

If your due date is in August, now is the perfect time to schedule your prenatal lactation appointment. We'll help you prepare for feeding your baby, discuss your goals, answer your questions, and create a plan that leaves you feeling confident before delivery.

Because feeding support shouldn't start after baby arrives. 🌿

📅 Schedule today: https://optimalnurturing.intakeq.com/booking

06/15/2026

Because caring for everyone else tends to come before caring for yourself. Let’s make sure you’re taken care of too. 💛

06/14/2026

All Nara Organics Whole Milk Formula is recalled as of today. Discard unused formula immediately. Contact your pediatrician if you have been using this formula and take your baby to the ER if experiencing: constipation, poor feeding, ptosis (drooping eyelid), sluggish pupils, low muscle tone, difficulty sucking and swallowing, weak or altered cry, generalized weakness, respiratory difficulty.

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/nara-organics-recalls-all-lots-nara-infant-formula-because-possible-health-risk?fbclid=Iwb21leASa3ZVjbGNrBJrdb2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHnjyRWAgh3V2rlWFAXmMQ5UxTk-h0JY75WeUz41zxs5BoDx7n8Z23V8RF5Ga_aem_dTLzFhq8wX4K7_2IoTxnpQ

Nara Organics of New York, NY, is voluntarily recalling all lots of Nara Organics Powdered Infant Formula currently on the market out of an abundance of caution due to the potential risk of Clostridium botulinum contamination. Infant botulism is a rare but potentially fatal illness that presents a s

06/10/2026

💜 We had such a wonderful time partnering with Tri-Cities Home Birth for our Twin Breastfeeding Class! From babywearing demonstrations to feeding twins and sharing real-life experiences, it was an afternoon full of learning, connection, and support. Thank you to everyone who joined us. We loved spending time with you and are so grateful to be part of your journey! 💜

06/08/2026

But really… if feeding your sweet baby feels harder than it should, we’re here to help. ❤️

06/05/2026

Watching a baby go from poor transfer, painful feeds, and slow weight gain to thriving… then hearing “tongue ties aren’t real.”

Me trying to remember that orange jumpsuits aren’t my color. 😅

06/03/2026

Breastfeeding is natural. So are tornadoes. 🌪️
Natural doesn't mean easy.

If you're struggling with latching, milk supply, pain, pumping, or simply figuring it all out, you're not alone. Breastfeeding is a learned skill for both parent and baby, and sometimes a little support can make all the difference. 💛