Indy Lactation Care

06/05/2026

Breast engorgement can be uncomfortable, frustrating, and sometimes confusing. Let's clear up a few common myths!

❌ Myth #1: You should pump until your breasts are empty.
✅ Fact: Frequent over-pumping can signal your body to make even more milk, which may worsen engorgement. Instead, remove milk for comfort and feed your baby on demand.

❌ Myth #2: Heat is the best treatment for engorgement.
✅ Fact: While brief warmth before feeding may help milk flow, prolonged heat can increase swelling. Cold packs after feeding are often more effective for reducing inflammation and discomfort.

❌ Myth #3: Engorgement means you have too much milk.
✅ Fact: Engorgement is often caused by swelling and increased blood flow in the breast—not just milk volume. It commonly occurs when milk first comes in during the early postpartum period.

❌ Myth #4: If your breasts are hard, your baby can't breastfeed.
✅ Fact: Techniques such as reverse pressure softening and hand expression can help soften the area around the ni**le, making it easier for your baby to latch.

✨ What actually helps?
• Feed your baby frequently or pump (8–12 times in 24 hours)
• Use cold packs between feedings
• Try gentle hand expression for comfort
• Avoid tight bras and breast compression
• Rest and stay hydrated

If engorgement is causing pain, difficulty latching, or concerns about milk supply, a lactation consultation can help you find relief and protect your feeding goals. If you have worsen symptoms, severe breast pain, fever/chill/aches, then call your OB or midwife.

📞 Indy Lactation Care is here to help. Reach out to schedule an appointment and get personalized support.

06/03/2026

After nearly a year of being unable to provide insurance-covered lactation services to Anthem families, we’re excited to share some great news—this gap in care has finally been resolved!

Indy Lactation Care is now in-network with Anthem and accepting new clients.

Whether you're expecting a baby, just beginning your breastfeeding journey, or have questions or concerns about feeding, we're here to support you every step of the way.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment. We look forward to helping you and your family thrive!

05/25/2026

It could be a friend. It could be a provider. It could be a nurse. I could be a chiropractor. It could be family member. It could be a doula.

Someone says...
"Your baby is tongue tied."
"Your baby only has a minor tie, it's no big deal."
"Your baby might have a tie, but it doesn't affect feeding anyway."

There are a lot of voices and thoughts and opinions.

What you and your baby deserves is a thorough, unbiased, expert assessment of
- anatomy
-oral function
-infant latch
-feeding efficiency
-ni**le pain/tissue trauma

If you don't have someone looking at all these pieces then the assessment is incomplete.

At Indy Lactation Care, we have experience and training in assessing for oral ties and have evaluated thousands of babies over the years. We have a network of frenectomy providers that we trust after seeing the results of their care.

For families who opt for no intervention or who want to have a "wait and see" approach we provide ongoing support as well.

To schedule a feeding assessment and oral exam, just text us at 317-495-8967.

05/24/2026

There is possibly no feeling worse for a breastfeeding mom than to hear: "Your baby isn't on her growth curve, she is not gaining weight as quickly as we want."

Sometimes this is a shock, and other times moms have a sneaking suspicion that this has been going on, but are unsure why or what to do about it.

What happens next? The blame game.
"Your milk must not have enough calories."
"You're not feeding your baby often enough. You should feed your baby every two hours around the clock."
"You must not make enough milk- limit breastfeeding and start bottle feeding."
"Your baby is "lazy" and is not eating well. If you want to breastfeed, then you must 'triple feed'- breastfeeding, then pump, then offer a bottle of breastmilk."

All of this is offered as a solution with no feeding observations, weighted feeding or discussion of your long-term feeding goals.

It's disheartening. It's confusing. It's not guaranteed that the right solution has been applied to the right problem.

That's where we come in! We take 60-90 minutes to dive into your milk production, feeding history and patterns, baby's health and growth, and a weighted feeding session to develop a customized plan. Then we follow up closely to make sure that goals are being met.

All of this is offered as a solution with no feeding observations, weighted feeding, or discussion of mom's long-term feeding goals. nd schedule an appointment with an IBCLC.

05/18/2026

Many moms are proactive about getting support early in breastfeeding to help create a positive feeding journey — but far fewer receive guidance when it’s time to wean.
Even when breastfeeding has been a beautiful and rewarding experience, ending lactation without support can lead to
*clogged ducts
*increase risk of mastitis
*discomfort
*hormone shifts
*anxiety
*sadness
*and a difficult transition.

Smooth, supported weaning matters too, because moms deserve care at every stage of their feeding journey.

If you are considering weaning or there is a sudden change of plans, please reach out to an IBCLC for support and guidance for both you and your baby. We work to curate a weaning plan based on your needs. You don't have to figure it out alone.

To check your insurance and schedule a visit text 317-495-8967.

05/15/2026

We love the diverse skills of our team members, and Heather is an important part of that. Some of you may know Heather from your experience with her as our hospital lactation consultant. Her patients LOVE her!

On the weekends, she provides coverage so that families with urgent needs have access to care.

05/12/2026

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05/12/2026

No matter your need, there’s likely an Indy Lactation Care consultant serving your neighborhood. With diverse backgrounds and experiences, we’re united by one shared passion: supporting families with expert, compassionate care when they need it most.

If you’re expecting and planning to breastfeed or pump, we encourage you to connect with your consultant before delivery to get your questions answered and concerns addressed—helping you start your feeding journey with confidence.

Already delivered and still having questions or challenges? It’s never too late to reach out for support.

Text 317-495-8967 or visit our website indylactationcare.com to get started today.

05/11/2026

Feeling confused or frustrated about feeding your baby? Have you been trying to figure it out for a while an feel stuck? Afraid that you won’t be able to feed your baby like you had planned?

A consultation with an IBCLC can help uncover the root cause of feeding challenges- because there are solutions and you don’t have to figure it out alone.

We have openings this week and are booking appointments today. Text 317-495-8967 to check your insurance coverage and schedule your visit to be seen this week.