Lycoming Lactation

06/01/2026

05/11/2026

When oral restrictions are affecting feedings, I often educate clients on the benefits of bodywork or manual therapy. It’s not only about what's happening inside the mouth, but also what's happening in the body. When fascia is tight somewhere in the body you will often see dysfunction in the mouth because every part of the body is connected- from head to toe.

I am a trained John Barnes MFR practitioner from infancy through adulthood. Reach out if you would like to experience this life-changing work!

Some children don’t “grow out” of tension patterns… they adapt around them.

This sweet little one had a tongue tie release as an infant and still presented with toe walking patterns years later. What many people don’t realize is that even after a tongue tie release, the body can continue holding compensations and restrictions throughout the fascial system.

The tongue is deeply connected through fascial lines into the jaw, neck, spine, diaphragm, pelvis, legs, and feet. When tension patterns begin early in life, the nervous system and body learn to compensate for stability, protection, and function. Sometimes toe walking is more than a habit — it can be part of a whole-body compensation pattern.

Pediatric John Barnes’ Myofascial Release works gently with the fascial system and nervous system to help unwind these restrictions and support more ease, grounding, balance, and body awareness.

With children, sessions are never about “forcing change.”
They are about creating safety in the body so the nervous system no longer feels the need to stay in protective patterns.

I’m always humbled watching how intuitive children are during treatment. Their bodies know exactly what they need when given the space, gentleness, and support to heal. 💜

Toe walking can have many contributing factors and every child is unique. A multidisciplinary approach is important when needed. MFR is not a replacement for medical care, but it can be a beautiful supportive therapy alongside other providers. Get your kids treated with Myofascial Release.

Rowena Cua
Expert JFB Myofascial Release Therapist
Trauma Informed Healing
www.bodymfr.com

05/10/2026

"The loveliest masterpiece of the heart of God is the love of a Mother."💖 Happy Mother's Day!!

05/06/2026

So great! Thank you Melissa Cole for this fantastic offering !

I'm excited to announce a new blend in my herb cupboard: LACTATION INDUCTION SUPPORT BLEND! Developed in collaboration with Alyssa Schnell, IBCLC, author of Breastfeeding Without Birthing, this blend contains organic moringa, goat’s rue, and shatavari.

Individuals induce lactation for many reasons: surrogacy, adoption, co-nursing with their partner who is birthing, or other personal reasons. This herbal blend is also supportive for relactation. Order online in 4oz, 8oz, 16oz, or 32oz sizes and pick up in our NW Portland office, or we will ship to you!

https://www.lunalactation.com/product/induction-support-blend/

05/01/2026

🌿Hello from Lycoming Lactation!🌿

Are you looking for help with:

🤱Latching assistance from a reflex-based approach
⛽️Pumping/fl**ge fitting
🧒Older baby concerns
👅Oral Restrictions
🍼Bottle refusal
🥛Supply concerns
⭐️Gut health/food intolerances
📊Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis from a psychological and physiological lens
💆‍♂️Manual therapy, such as Craniosacral Therapy/Myofascial Release techniques to calm a noisy nervous system

If you are looking for a whole-body holistic approach to feeding concerns, prenatally or in the postpartum period, DM to schedule an appointment!

04/24/2026

Good read for those interested in plant-based diets. Well sourced animal meats can't be understated especially in times of supporting your body to optimally grow a baby. Let me know your thoughts!

04/24/2026

This is a little sample of what we cover during a Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA). Not only do we look at the hair sample results from a physiological standpoint, but also from a psychological perspective. This is how holistic care should be - looking at the WHOLE person. Getting to the "root causes of root causes". Traditional HTMA training ONLY approaches the physiological issues. If you have worked with me before, you know I am not a typical provider.🤷‍♀️

✨️No standard cookie-cutter approach here!

Does this resonate with you?
Are you ready to change your life for the better?

If yes, then take the next step and DM for details😊

04/10/2026

Pumping gotcha down? It's uncomfortable, pinchy, painful, you have concerns about milk supply, not sure you are using the correct size?

✨️ Have no fear a fl**ge fitting is here!✨️

It's impossible for a brand new parent to know everything there is to know about lactation. Don't hesitate to reach out for support and guidance!

DM for more info!

**gefitting

03/27/2026

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