The Mama Coach - Crystal Nightingale, BSN, RN, IBCLC

The Mama Coach - Crystal Nightingale, BSN, RN, IBCLC Nurse & IBCLC: Helping expecting and exhausted new parents with feeding, sleep & newborn care.

08/21/2026

🌟 Start with baby’s nose lined up with your ni**le.

🌟 Shape your breast like a “breast burger” to help baby take in more breast tissue.

🌟 Bring baby to the breast — rather than bringing the breast to baby — with their chin leading. Support baby around the neck and shoulders, allowing their head to tilt back slightly as you bring them in to latch.

🤱 If the latch feels shallow or painful, gently break the suction with a clean finger at the corner of baby’s mouth and try again rather than pulling baby directly off the breast.

It can take a few tries to find a deeper, more comfortable latch.

And if feeding continues to hurt or you’re struggling to get a comfortable latch, that’s worth looking at more closely. An individualized feeding assessment can help identify what may be contributing and what support makes sense for you and your baby.

Crystal Nightingale is a Registered Nurse and IBCLC based in California, supporting families with practical, evidence-based feeding and lactation care.

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09/18/2024

😬😫 Worried about your milk supply? You’re not alone, but it doesn’t have to be so stressful.

Here are 4 steps to help you feel more confident about your milk supply and ensure your baby is getting what they need:

🌟Nurse or Pump Often: The more times you remove milk, the more milk you produce.
Aim to nurse 8-12 times a day, especially during the first few weeks.
Watch for early hunger cues like rooting or sucking on hands, and feed before they start crying.

🌟Check for a Proper Latch and/or fl**ge fit: A deep latch ensures that your baby is effectively transferring milk. The right fl**ge size will maximize comfort and output.
Make sure your baby opens wide and their mouth covers most of the ar**la, not just the ni**le.
If it hurts after the first few seconds, gently break the latch and try again—it should be comfortable.

🌟Track Baby’s Diapers: A great way to monitor if your baby is getting enough milk is by checking their wet and dirty diapers.
Look for 6-8 wet diapers and 2-3 dirty diapers a day as a sign of good intake.
If diapers are consistently wet and your baby seems content after feeding, it’s a positive sign your supply is meeting their needs.

🌟Relax and Trust Your Body: Stress and doubt can impact milk production, so focus on staying calm.
Make sure to stay hydrated and eat regularly to support your body’s needs.
Create a calming feeding environment by minimizing distractions and taking deep breaths before each session.

👍❤️Remember, your body knows how to nourish your baby! If you’re still concerned, I’m here to help—book a free call for personalized support.

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08/15/2024

➡️Swipe through to learn all the ways I can support you!

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🌟Why is My Newborn So Fussy? (Comment “FUSSY”)

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🌟Awake Times Guide for 3-12months (Comment “AWAKE”)

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Comment “CALL” for personalized support and/or guidance on what package would work best for you and your family. ❤️🤙🏽

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