Welcome

I’m Nicole Rende, a Certified Lactation Counselor or CLC.  I am a mom and after overcoming my own feeding struggles, I successfully breastfed my son past my goal.

I understand breastfeeding can be a challenge but it is also a great SUCCESS!  If your goal is to feed your baby breast milk and you’re having any issues or concerns, I am here to help. I provide pre and post birth breastfeeding and baby feeding help via text, phone, Skype and in person. I serve Manhattan, Queens, Bronx, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Lower Westchester for in person visits. I’m here to help take the stress out of feeding your baby.

Contact Me

Phone: 914-659-5561

Email: latchsmith22@gmail.comIMG_3481

Welcome

I’m Nicole Rende, a Certified Lactation Counselor or CLC.  I am a mom and after overcoming my own feeding struggles, I successfully breastfed my son past my goal. I understand breastfeeding can be a challenge but it is also a great SUCCESS!  If your goal is to feed your baby breast milk and you’re having… Continue reading Welcome

Planning for breastfeeding

Having a baby? Or know someone who is expecting? Read On! Promo and code at the end!✨ 🤰🏼👶🏼Planning for a baby is overwhelming whether it’s your first or second. There are SO many things to think about for the birth and the newborn days after. I have found many families plan to breastfeed but there… Continue reading Planning for breastfeeding

Cup Feeding

It’s amazing to watch this baby cup feed. A wonderful solution if the mom is unable to breastfeed right away. I developed preeclampsia two days after my son was born so I was unable to physically breastfeed him for 24hrs. I was able to pump and my husband would bring the milk to the nursery.… Continue reading Cup Feeding

Haakaa.

This is a tool I wish I had with my son. I have many moms loving it and some moms that don’t even know about it. Check out Chrissy Tiegan using it. I just love her and her honesty! 👍🏻👍🏻I have heard moms getting an amazing freezer stash because of this amazing little tool. 🍼🍼… Continue reading Haakaa.

Down the rabbit hole

Have you ever been up late, worrying about some problem, and started googling? The “answers” you may get can make you worried then when you started. The first step is to close the web browser and BREATHE. Then decide if the issue can wait till the morning to call your doctor or your Lactation Specialist… Continue reading Down the rabbit hole

It’s ok to say no

Saying No is so hard. But it is ok to say no to visitors if the time is not right for you and the baby. Be honest with yourself and the visitors. And when they ask if you need any help, take it. That might mean not coming, coming and holding the baby while you… Continue reading It’s ok to say no

Planning for breastfeeding

Having a baby? Or know someone who is expecting? Read On! Promo and code at the end!✨ 🤰🏼👶🏼Planning for a baby is overwhelming whether it’s your first or second. There are SO many things to think about for the birth and the newborn days after. I have found many families plan to breastfeed but there… Continue reading Planning for breastfeeding

Cup Feeding

It’s amazing to watch this baby cup feed. A wonderful solution if the mom is unable to breastfeed right away. I developed preeclampsia two days after my son was born so I was unable to physically breastfeed him for 24hrs. I was able to pump and my husband would bring the milk to the nursery.… Continue reading Cup Feeding

Haakaa.

This is a tool I wish I had with my son. I have many moms loving it and some moms that don’t even know about it. Check out Chrissy Tiegan using it. I just love her and her honesty! 👍🏻👍🏻I have heard moms getting an amazing freezer stash because of this amazing little tool. 🍼🍼… Continue reading Haakaa.

Down the rabbit hole

Have you ever been up late, worrying about some problem, and started googling? The “answers” you may get can make you worried then when you started. The first step is to close the web browser and BREATHE. Then decide if the issue can wait till the morning to call your doctor or your Lactation Specialist… Continue reading Down the rabbit hole

It’s ok to say no

Saying No is so hard. But it is ok to say no to visitors if the time is not right for you and the baby. Be honest with yourself and the visitors. And when they ask if you need any help, take it. That might mean not coming, coming and holding the baby while you… Continue reading It’s ok to say no

When I felt lost and like I was doing everything wrong with my newborn…I posted on a Facebook Mom’s group for help. Nicole had responded and we started talking in a private message. She instantly gave me her number and then we were on the phone all in a matter of minutes. I have never met Nicole in person, but she quickly became a huge part of my support system (we have no family nearby). She gave me suggestions and advice and made me feel more sane. She was constantly checking in on me and even offered to come to my house to watch the baby while I showered. She was nothing but amazing towards me and I still get emotional just thinking that someone like her exists in the world and had come to my rescue. Being a new mom is beyond overwhelming and having Nicole’s support just over text and phone made things a little bit easier for me

Anne in Queens

In Need of Support

“I had a bad case of mastitis when my daughter was 5 months old. I had recently had a particularly demanding stretch at work, and I came down with the infection pretty suddenly. Nicole was absolutely amazing, caring, and super responsive and available. She gave me tons of helpful tips to keep the pain at bay, and checked in a few times to make sure my infection was clearing up. I was able to reach out to her whenever I had a question or concern, which did wonders for my peace of mind. I couldn’t recommend her more strongly!”

Christine in New York

Help with Mastitis

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