One of the most common things I hear is: “My baby keeps crying at the breast—I think I’m losing my milk.” - or some rendition of that. While low milk supply can cause frustration, it’s far from the only reason a baby becomes fussy during feedings. Let's check out what might be going on:

One of the first questions I hear from new mothers is: “What should I eat to increase my milk supply?” The internet is full of oatmeal cookies, lactation teas, and "miracle" supplements promising more milk. But here’s what the research supports: Your body doesn’t need one magical food. It needs enough energy (calories), enough protein, healthy fats, hydration, and key nutrients to support one of the most metabolically demanding jobs you’ll ever do. Let’s break down what actua

If you've ever thawed a bag of frozen breast milk only to notice a soapy, metallic, fishy, or rancid smell, you're not alone. For years, breastfeeding mothers were commonly told they had "high lipase milk." The explanation seemed straightforward: an enzyme called lipase was breaking down fats in stored milk, creating unpleasant flavors and odors. But emerging research suggests the story may be more complicated. While lipase likely plays a role, scientists are increasingly exp

One of the most common concerns I hear from breastfeeding mothers have is “Why am I pumping so little?” For many mothers, seeing only a small amount of milk in the pump can immediately trigger fear, anxiety, guilt, or concerns about low milk supply. If this is you, you aren't alone in those fears. But here’s something important to know. Like the title says, you guessed it: Pumping output does NOT always accurately reflect how much milk your body is producing. Babies Are Ofte

Becoming a mother brings enormous change — emotionally, physically, mentally, and hormonally. While many people are familiar with postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety is incredibly common, and often goes unnoticed. Many mothers assume they are simply “stressed,” “overthinking,” or “trying to be a good mom,” when in reality they may be experiencing significant anxiety that deserves support and treatment. At Lactation and Maternal Support of Maryland, we believe maternal

Bringing a baby into the world is a major physical and hormonal transition. While many mothers expect some challenges with breastfeeding, few realize that the thyroid gland can play a significant role in milk production. Thyroid dysfunction is surprisingly common in women during pregnancy and postpartum — and in some cases, it may contribute to low milk supply, fatigue, mood symptoms, and difficulty recovering after birth. If you’ve been struggling with milk production despit

Given the commonality around the condition of mastitis in the lactating, post-partum mom, you've probably heard this buzz-word at some...