Resources for Parents
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Lactation & Sleep help
If you need support with breast or bottle feeding, Cat Halek, IBCLC, is an outstanding resource. She also specializes in infant sleep and can help get your baby — and you — sleeping more peacefully.
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Tongue & Lip Ties
If the baby is struggling with a tongue or lip tie, I highly recommend that you take the baby to a pediatric dentist or ENT who specializes in tongue and lip ties. Strong Ties is a fantastic pediatric dentist office in Rockville.
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More info on Breast & Bottle feeding Issues
The Nourish Project provides concise, evidence-based information on breastfeeding and bottle-feeding issues tailored for healthcare professionals, covering latch mechanics, supply management, common infant feeding behaviors, and troubleshooting for both newborns and older infants. Resources emphasize practical assessment tools, differential diagnosis of feeding problems, and clear guidance on when to escalate care or refer to lactation specialists, speech-language pathologists, or pediatric feeding teams. Content integrates up-to-date research
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The Postpartum Years
Want more information about postpartum issues? This site offers a comprehensive collection of articles and podcasts covering physical recovery, pelvic health, mental well-being, breastfeeding, and infant care—designed for new parents and clinicians alike. Content ranges from practical tips for managing common symptoms and exercises to restore pelvic function, to evidence-based discussions on postpartum mood disorders and lactation challenges. Contributors include pelvic health specialists, pediatric and mental health professionals, and experienced parents, ensuring a balanced mix of clinical insight and real-world experience. Whether you’re seeking quick answers, in-depth learning, or resources to share with patients, the site’s searchable library and audio episodes

