Parents often preface a question with “this may be a ‘stupid’ thing to ask”….
NOTHING is a ‘silly’ question if you do not know the answer.
I always encourage families to ask ALL OF THE QUESTIONS, because how do we learn new skills otherwise?
If you have pregnancy questions or an unsettled baby, you might find yourself searching google for answers at 3am.
Below you will find a list of some ‘silly’ questions, and if you don’t find the answer you are looking for, please book in for a call to receive personalised answers based on your family.
Some of the ‘silly’ questions parents might ask and the answers can be found below.
No, as an Infant Feeding Specialist I recognise people choose do different things when it comes to feeding their babies. I support all methods of feeding, regardless of why you chose them, offering non-judgemental support to all families.
As part of the holilstic approach for the consultation provided, it is not imperative your baby has an entire feed in your appointment. Challenges can often be identified in a short feed, plus your assessment which includes you full history and any images or videos you share from home. Babies often oblige when we ask them to feed for us to assess during your time in clinic.
Yes, if you baby is experiencing a nursing strike, or an aversion to breast or bottle feeding I can help you work through the challenges to discover what is happening and why. Once we have assessed your individual situation, we can set a plan based on your needs.
Yes of course! As a family-centred business, we welcome the whole family to come along to your assessment. We have a small selection of toys and books to keep their little hands busy and often see them join in the conversation!
Normal “wind” usually passes quickly with movement or burping, but this can be tricky to bring up for some babies and symptoms mimic those of intolerance or allergy. However, if your baby is consistently distressed, has skin rashes or weeping skin (like eczema), or has very frequent, explosive, or green/mucusy stools, it may indicate a sensitivity or allergy (such as CMPA, which is rare and overdiagnosed, but some babies are being missed entirely). During a consultation, we look at the “whole picture” including your family history and baby’s symptoms to help you navigate potential issues and work through symptoms holistically.
Absolutely. Weight gain is only one piece of the puzzle. If your baby is gaining weight but is in pain, struggling with reflux, or crying for hours a day, that isn’t “normal” behaviour that you just have to “wait out.” We focus on your baby’s comfort and your quality of life, not just the numbers on a scale.
No, we use evidence based, biology aligned safe sleep guidance. Our sleep support is child-centered and holistic. We look at biological norms, feeding, and environment. We focus on “settling” rather than “training,” ensuring that your baby’s emotional and physiological needs are met while finding a rhythm that allows you to get more rest. We figure out why your baby is not sleeping well, rather than “training” them to do what they already know.
Bottle feeding babies need support too! I can help your family with bottle feeding support if that is what you need at the time of your appointment.
Yes, I do. They can be found on the support options page. I work with families across the UK and beyond, with families accessing support from France, South Africa, Dubai, Qatar, Singapore and Australia to name a few!
Without knowing your history, I am unsure I can answer this fully. If you would like to use your free 10 minute call, i can advise which appointment type would be best for your family based on the feeding issues you are working through. Some babies need 1 session, others need a package of sessions.
I can help you and your baby settle into a family-friendly, child-centred schedule which ensures biological, psychological and physiological needs are met whilst ensuring you get enough sleep as new parents.
If you want “baby whisperer” type strict routines which aren’t family-friendly, that isn’t me.
While nipple pain is a common sign, tongue-tie (and other oral dysfunctions) can also cause clicking sounds during feeds, “slipping off” the breast or bottle, excessive gas from swallowing air, and poor weight gain. In older babies, it can sometimes affect how they manage solid foods or make sounds. We provide a full oral assessment to see how the tongue is actually functioning, not just how it looks.
An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is the highest qualification in infant feeding. Unlike a “feeding specialist” (which is an unregulated term), an IBCLC has completed thousands of hours of clinical practice and passed rigorous international exams. This ensures you are receiving evidence-based, clinical-level care.
Many private health insurance providers do cover IBCLC consultations under Consultation fees. We recommend checking with your provider beforehand. We can provide a formal receipt with our details for your claim.
