Milk and Grace Lactation

Milk and Grace Lactation 🌸 Jeanette DeMeis, BA, IBCLC
🌺 Serving Spokane & Coeur d'Alene
🌸 MicroPreemie + Twin Mama
🌺 "An art, science & touch of faith."

Early term infant feeding is something I am passionate about. Pictured here are my 37 week twins at less than 5 lbs. 37-...
06/07/2026

Early term infant feeding is something I am passionate about. Pictured here are my 37 week twins at less than 5 lbs.

37-38 week infants often appear full term without the skills of a full term baby. Feeding early term infants can be very challenging.

Many parents who desire to exclusively breastfeed need a proactive plan to ensure their baby can sustain the energy needed to feed frequently and effectively.

Additionally, milk supply needs to be protected if a parent uses donor milk or formula supplement due to delayed milk transition. Pumping may be necessary in the early weeks.

A transition plan is often an integral component to successfully breastfeeding early term infants.

If you know ahead of time that you will deliver early, seek an IBCLC to make a plan for birth. If you give birth unexpectedly, the sooner you reach out, the better.

06/05/2026

My twins were 6 months old when we were quarantined for Covid. I was a stay at home mom of 3 under 2. I had no worries of public opinion. I had always assumed I'd wean by 1. Then I extended that to 2 when I found out it's recommended scientifically. Pretty soon, they were turning 3 and we were still nursing a couple times a day. It felt completely natural without the stigma of a bottle feeding culture. They weaned before the age of 4 and the rest is history.

06/04/2026

There are a lot of ni**le creams on the market with steep prices. Coconut oil is a great option and can save you money. **lebalm **lecream

This is a reflection on my own experience and what I often see in practice as an IBCLC. Our brain chemistry changes afte...
06/04/2026

This is a reflection on my own experience and what I often see in practice as an IBCLC. Our brain chemistry changes after trauma. Intuition, trust, confidence, and calm often replaced with hyper-vigilance, guilt, anxiety, and preoccupation. An IBCLC can walk alongside you on this journey. Furthermore, postpartum therapy has been shown to be very effective in healing and restoring mental health.

Cow's milk protein allergy (CMPA) occurs in less than 1% of exclusively breastfed infants. Only trace amounts of ingeste...
06/04/2026

Cow's milk protein allergy (CMPA) occurs in less than 1% of exclusively breastfed infants. Only trace amounts of ingested dairy passes in breastmilk. Formula fed / combo fed babies have a higher incidence of 2-7.5%. CMPA symptoms include reflux, colic, vomiting, diarrhea, mucus/blood in the stool, eczema, hives, swelling, or wheezing. An IBCLC can help evaluate your baby's symptoms and make a plan. Eliminating dairy from a mother's diet is very challenging and not something that should be recommended without a thorough evaluation.

Did you know the Bible 📕 talks a lot about breastfeeding? In those days, it was culturally accepted and typical to nurse...
06/04/2026

Did you know the Bible 📕 talks a lot about breastfeeding? In those days, it was culturally accepted and typical to nurse until 2 to 3 years old. I think it's high time we throw a party and have a feast when children wean from breastfeeding 🎉! The Bible often references breastfeeding to describe comfort, unfailing love, gentleness, and spiritual growth ⭐️ ❤️ 🌼

06/04/2026

This statement causes a lot of anxiety for new parents that are establishing breastfeeding. The truth is, milk supply does not "just dry up." There is more to the story and it does not just happen overnight.

If milk isn't removed due to infrequent or poor nursing, milk supply will decrease. Underlying hormone imbalances, birth control, or medications can cause a reduction in supply. There is also a common misconception that a fussy or cluster feeding baby indicates a supply issue.

True signs of low milk supply are poor weight gain and lack of wet and dirty diapers. Work with an IBCLC if you are concerned about your milk supply drying up!

06/04/2026

Have you heard of the cascade of interventions? It's important to have informed consent. Interventions can be a double edged sword and come with benefits and drawbacks. So many of my clients lament birth decisions that they made without fully understanding how they could possibly affect their birth and breastfeeding journeys. The more you know.

It is important to measure on both sides to ensure you get the correct fl**ge size for each breast. A static measurement...
06/03/2026

It is important to measure on both sides to ensure you get the correct fl**ge size for each breast. A static measurement doesn't tell the whole story. Pay attention to what it looks like when you actively pump. Need a fl**ge fitting? We can help!
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Having a baby is a transformative experience. Just like running a marathon or earning a degree, it takes commitment and ...
06/01/2026

Having a baby is a transformative experience. Just like running a marathon or earning a degree, it takes commitment and perseverance. Newborns require around the clock care. It is an intense time period and a big adjustment.

Unfortunately, formula companies work hard to promote the idea that breastfeeding is opposed to thriving mental health. This is simply not founded in the research.

That being said, families may run into challenges and this is when an IBCLC can really help with support to optimize breastfeeding.

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Spokane Valley, WA
99016

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Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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