Does your baby have a painful latch? Concerned if they are getting enough milk? Has someone told you they do NOT have a tongue tie yet all the symptoms match up? Has your child had a functional exam to rule it out? Maybe it is not a tie but tension from birth? All these questions and more are answered when you attend The Feeding Clinic!

We also address reflux, colic, disrupted sleep, unfavorable car seat rides, as well as what does proper neurodevelopment/milestones look like under six months of age.

Why a group setting?

This clinic was designed to target feeding difficulties that may arise, whether breastfeeding or bottle feeding. Dr Sonda wanted to begin a clinic like this about 5 years before this came to fruition. Noticing that other mothers were able to progress quicker in this setting because they didn’t feel alone, not only helped moms find the support they needed, but many leave the clinic having found new friendships as well. When your family or friends are unavailable to lift you up during your feeding difficulties, let us help get you on the right track.

We kindly ask that siblings and male support partners not attend so that mom is able to focus on the new baby and the other mothers feel comfortable in this setting since most mothers will be breastfeeding during the session.

what to expect

Join Dr. Sonda Powell D.C. IBCLC for chiropractic, cranial sacral, myofascial, and lactation services in the INFANT FEEDING CLINIC. With over 20 years of caring for moms and babies, Dr. Sonda has been helping moms to achieve their feeding goals whether that is breastfeeding or bottle feeding.

Getting to the root cause of feeding challenges like a painful latch, less than optimal weight gain, sleepless nights or an uncomfortable baby is exactly what the INFANT FEEDING CLINIC was designed to do. Tension can begin while still in utero or during birth, but may not show up until after delivery. The tension babies express may be seen as oral dysfunction upon breastfeeding/bottle feeding.

This tension may also be the cause of baby having difficulties with the car seat, contact napping, easily overwhelmed by noises, or a general lack of nervous system regulation. The INFANT FEEDING CLINIC allows moms to come to ONE appointment getting 3 areas of expertise in Lactation, chiropractic and cranial sacral/myofascial release care.

During clinics moms can expect to go over nursing positions, what proper latch looks like at breast or bottle, pumping and flange fittings, weighted feedings and a plan of moving forward for improving the feeding experience as well as receive chiropractic and cranial sacral/myofascial release care.

group environment

Clinic is typically held on Wednesdays in a small group setting.

myofascial & massage

Myofascial & massage help release tension in babies caused by birth, poor latch, or tethered oral tissues. This may help with challenges like latching, sleep, spit-up, and bowel movements.

chiropractic care

All babies will receive chiropractic evaluation, exercises, and adjustments as needed to help balance their nervous system.

PRICING

The Feeding Clinic (1.5hr long session) WEDNESDAY Mornings $120

(Siblings and Male support partners are asked NOT to attend)

INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE:

  • One-on-one time with Dr. Powell, D.C. IBCLC for hands on Chiropractic care, Cranial Sacral/Myofascial therapy and Lactation Assistance

  • Education on neurodevelopment and how it may effect breast or bottle feeding.

  • Weight Checks

lactation lounge

Our lactation lounge is always available during office hours for you to stop in and do a weighted feed. The lactation lounge are open to sibling and other adults.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

“He was four weeks old and I had mastitis twice. By the second time, I could tell my supply had drastically dropped..he was getting fussy and I could tell he was loosing weight…. So we came to the feeding clinic. We identified that he wasn’t transferring milk efficiently. He was tied all over his mouth. We realized he was only transferring about an ounce per feed. Doctor Powell held my hand through it all. I was coming in constantly, doing weight checks, and by eight weeks he was a different baby. Now he is almost five months old and I am exclusively breastfeeding because of Doctor Powell and everything she has helped us through.”

-Gracie C, December 2024

“Going to this clinic is something all new moms should do, whether they think there are ties present or not. Our primary concerns have improved dramatically, but it’s been amazing to see how many seemingly unrelated things have improved since attending. I also found so much value in meeting other moms on the same journey and being supported by the amazing team of providers.”

-Clinic Participant

“Participation in this class has been such a great opportunity for my son and me. I have struggled with nursing in the past, and I’m s

o grateful for the wonderful care in a very supportive environment. I am successfully nursing now and have gained so much confidence. I have enjoyed watching my son and the other babies in the class not just grow but thrive! This is a great class for mom and baby!”

- Clinic Participant

APPOINTMENT

We will do our best to accommodate your busy schedule. Request an appointment today!

office hours

Monday: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM, 3:00 PM-6:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM, 2:00 PM –6:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM, 3:00 PM –6:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM–12:30 PM

Saturday & Sunday: Closed