Brandi Flores IBCLC

Brandi Flores IBCLC IBCLC | Pediatric Nurse | Breastfeeding Expert | Mom of 4✨
Empowering parents with love, humor & expert support 💕
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Still trying to “empty the breast” and hoping that alone will fix mastitis? You’re not alone in that, and it’s usually t...
06/18/2026

Still trying to “empty the breast” and hoping that alone will fix mastitis? You’re not alone in that, and it’s usually the first thing most moms try.

But mastitis has a way of making everything feel urgent and confusing. You try to do the right things, but instead of relief, it can feel like you’re just stuck in a cycle of discomfort and guessing. 😖

Here’s the part that often brings relief: your body doesn’t need more force right now, it needs less stress and more support.

Think gentle milk removal, calming inflammation, and actually allowing yourself to rest (not the kind where you’re still doing a million other things in the background).

You’re not behind. You’re not failing. Your body is just overloaded and asking for a softer approach.

If you’re in it right now, I’ve got you.

Comment “PAIN” and I’ll send you a simple mastitis relief + prevention guide so you know exactly what to do next, no guessing, no overwhelm. 💬

06/17/2026

Mastitis can make you feel like you need to do everything, pump more, feed more, try all the positions, and still not feel better.

Truth is, more effort isn’t always what your body needs. It’s usually clearer direction.

When we step back and actually look at what’s happening with latch, milk transfer, and feeding patterns, things start to make a lot more sense, and relief becomes way more possible.

You don’t have to keep guessing your way through it.

Comment “READY” and I’ll help you get a clear plan that actually fits what’s going on. 💛

06/14/2026

I really thought I was still a size small. 🤣

Who else is currently at war with their pre-baby wardrobe? Drop a ‘😭’ below if you feel this in your soul!

06/11/2026

Breast pain can feel scary, especially when every source gives different advice.

You don’t need more confusion. You need clarity and support you can trust.

As an IBCLC, I help moms understand what’s really going on and what steps to take next so they can feel more confident and less overwhelmed.

Comment “PAIN” and I’ll send you my free Mastitis Guide 🤍

Let’s clear this up with physiology, not fear.Comment “PAIN” I’ll send you my FREE Mastitis Guide. 🤍Mastitis is often li...
06/09/2026

Let’s clear this up with physiology, not fear.

Comment “PAIN” I’ll send you my FREE Mastitis Guide. 🤍

Mastitis is often linked to milk stasis + inflammation, which is why the clinical focus is usually on supporting effective milk flow rather than restricting it.

In most uncomplicated cases, continued milk removal (breastfeeding or pumping) supports drainage, helps relieve pressure, and supports recovery.

Stopping breastfeeding without clinical indication may sometimes lead to increased engorgement and slower symptom improvement. 😖

That said, every case is individual, especially when symptoms are severe or systemic.

If you’re unsure, personalized medical or lactation support is always best.

Comment “READY” I’ll send you the link to book a consultation personally. ✨

06/08/2026

Flashback to the nursing days, and honestly, my back still remembers them perfectly. 💀 Who else feels this?

06/05/2026

Did you know mastitis isn’t always just a “clogged duct situation”? 🧠

Most of the time, it’s your body asking for a little more support in your feeding flow or daily routine.

Comment “PAIN” and I’ll send you my free guide 🤍
“Mastitis Healing Guide for Breastfeeding Moms – a calm, evidence-based support guide”

As an IBCLC, I don’t just focus on the pain, I look at YOU, your feeding journey, your milk flow, and what your body is trying to communicate, so we can make things feel clearer, lighter, and easier to manage.

And if you feel like you need a bit more support, I also offer virtual breastfeeding consultations where we can sit together, talk through what you’re experiencing, and gently figure out what’s going on and what can help you feel better.

Comment “READY” and I’ll personally send you the link to book a session 🤍

Some b**b pain gets brushed off as “normal,” but not everything is meant to be pushed through. Mastitis is inflammation,...
06/02/2026

Some b**b pain gets brushed off as “normal,” but not everything is meant to be pushed through.

Mastitis is inflammation, and it can show up even when you’re still breastfeeding or pumping like usual. It doesn’t always announce itself loudly at first, sometimes it starts as a small “something feels off” moment. 😖

If you’ve felt tenderness, warmth, swelling, or just a general flu-ish heaviness, your body might be trying to flag you early. Not to scare you, just to keep you informed.

You don’t have to second-guess it or wait until it gets worse to take it seriously.

Comment “PAIN” and I’ll send you my FREE Mastitis Guide 🤍

06/01/2026

The idea was fun. The impact was unforgettable. 🫠

If mastitis has ever hit you harder than expected, comment “PAIN” and I’ll send you my free Mastitis Healing Guide for Breastfeeding Moms 💛

05/28/2026

And I know that might feel frustrating to hear if you’ve already tried so many things. 🫖🤱

But you don’t need more milk hacks.
You need the right understanding of what your body is actually responding to.

Most parents aren’t struggling because they’re not doing enough. They’re struggling because they were handed shortcuts instead of real guidance.

And when nothing works, it starts to feel like you are the problem. You’re not.

Milk production isn’t random, it’s physiology.

Here’s what actually matters:

• Frequent and effective milk removal (not just exhausting yourself trying harder)
• Proper latch and milk transfer (not just watching the clock at the breast)
• Consistent feeding patterns (your body listens to demand, not stress)
• Support for rest, recovery, and emotional load (yes… your nervous system matters here too)

Supplements, teas, and “milk boosters” can feel comforting in the moment. Like you’re doing something to fix it.

But they don’t replace the foundation.

And without the foundation? You’re just layering solutions on a system that isn’t being supported correctly.

So before you add another product to your cart, pause with me for a second.

Ask yourself: Is this actually fixing the root issue or am I just trying to feel in control again?

Because sustainable milk supply isn’t built on trends or panic fixes.

It’s built on understanding your body, and finally working with it, not against it.

I’m offering my FREE guide to help you better understand your milk supply and what actually impacts it.

Comment “SUPPLY” and I’ll send it to you.🤍

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