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Seat, RD, RN, IBCLC Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum nutrition, breastfeeding, infant and child nutrition, feeding support, and bodywork for families near the Southwest Suburbs of Chicago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1647734035689-XF1Z4JZGB9QHV1JB76G5/unsplash-image-i_Gns0ELnLw.jpg Home - About Open Arms Lactation Open Arms Lactation is honored to assist, support and encourage you in your breastfeeding, chestfeeding, lactation and nutrition journey. https://www.openarmslactation.com/about daily 0.75 2025-11-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1713116525310-IQ1I32HNI2YMDUE30P15/image-asset.jpeg About Roma has been helping babies and families achieve their feeding goals since 2006, using a compassionate, holistic, developmentally appropriate, and trauma informed approach. She wants to educate and empower you to achieve your goals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1647971385063-JMW4HDFFNB1VZTBQJ0A5/IMG_2540.jpg About - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1647184834546-JMY10ZFYVMRVGD8QHXBA/tempImageCNXBm6.gif About - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1647795595189-KKY9J7DY7BI2VBTFO3KW/IMG_2484.JPG About - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1647185801038-YST55XQ2C3BBS3CFRSVZ/IMG_2258.JPG About - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.openarmslactation.com/resources daily 0.75 2023-04-25 https://www.openarmslactation.com/services daily 0.75 2025-11-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1662907775688-RU4RT5DL0242SVDJR5L3/unsplash-image-1m2ZCygwVZ4.jpg Services - Formula Preparation Consult Education on preparation, storage, and safe handling of formula. Individual guidance on bottle and nipple flow for your baby. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1713116210694-RQQTJ9L6UX5LR0M1SAXC/image-asset.jpeg Services - Craniosacral Therapy A gentle touch technique to release tension deep in the body that may be causing pain or dysfunction. Craniosacral Therapy Information Handout Benefits for mom and baby Breastfeeding and latching Colic Gas Reflux Bonding Improved immunity Pain reduction Tension release Trauma release Anxiety/Depression Improved sleep https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1647277475405-H8HU77GKRK6Q2NB0HKEC/unsplash-image-X3DZ1c7MPa4.jpg Services - Prenatal Consult Answer your specific questions or concerns Discuss benefits of breastfeeding/chestfeeding for parents and baby Obtain detailed medical history as it pertains to lactation Understanding of specific needs of you and your baby in the early days following birth Understanding of how to optimize milk production Go over facts and myths regarding breastfeeding/chestfeeding https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1647349076966-W8QJKJPUY7HE5YC65QRY/tempImageDQaaDe.jpg Services - Prenatal Breastfeeding Class A Healthy Start To Breastfeeding A 2.5 hour prenatal breastfeeding class to help you build confidence in your breastfeeding journey. We will go over breast anatomy, nipple evaluation, positioning and latch-on, evaluating a feeding, sore nipples, engorgement, nipple confusion and much more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1647209442474-UUQ8APM5L1FFXRY5J6O7/unsplash-image-XafWMnBZXQE.jpg Services - Back to Work Class or Consult A 1 hour class that teaches you how to maintain your milk supply while you are away from your baby, including how to select a breast pump, proper flange fit, and breastmilk storage. Individual appointments to address specific concerns as you prepare to go back to work, assist with proper use of breast pump and observe a pump session for flange fit are also available upon request. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1654825663531-QM77MYJ58VXKFLEN13UN/unsplash-image-oOnJWBMlb5A.jpg Services - Postpartum and Newborn Care Congratulations on your new bundle of joy. In this visit we will discuss your goals as you begin your journey with your newborn baby. We will go over newborn behavior, breastfeeding or bottle feeding, diapering, bathing and skin care, infant massage, safety, safe sleep, ways to reduce sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), cord care, circumcision care, developmental milestones, and any additional questions or concerns you may have that will empower you to parent your newborn. All those involved in caring for your newborn are welcome to attend. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1647957879888-7JXGG4BLUTEHRY3HPKZ1/unsplash-image-sGOwVRFpAvw.jpg Services - Reasons to schedule a consultation Breast/nipple pain, infant struggling to latch Concern about infant weight gain Milk supply concerns Oversupply or undersupply Plugged/clogged ducts or mastitis Tongue/lip tie Cleft lip and/or palate Down syndrome Infant reflux/colic/gas or fussy at breast or after feeds Transitioning to bottle or bottle feeding difficulty Transitioning from bottle to breast Working and breastfeeding Pumping Starting solid food Twins/multiples Premature baby Weaning Breastfeeding difficulty with previous baby Inducing lactation or relactating Prenatal breastfeeding counseling and assessment Medical concerns affecting breastfeeding in infant or parent Medications and breastfeeding Unsure if breastfeeding is going well https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1652743910930-JKGTQMDIL2UZEJ0T3IUZ/unsplash-image-GdTLaWamFHw.jpg Services - Prenatal/Postnatal Nutrition Consult I want to help you achieve your individual nutrition and weight goals by incorporating a healthy lifestyle that includes diet and exercise before, during and after baby arrives as well when starting to wean your baby from breastfeeding. I am able to provide counseling for all dietary preferences. Reasons to see a prenatal dietitian: Constipation during pregnancy Diet and miscarriage Diet for pre-conception and pregnancy Foods to avoid during pregnancy Gestational Diabetes Ginger and morning sickness Hyperemesis Gravidarum Ingestion and reflux during pregnancy Listeria Nutrition for multiple pregnancies Weight gain for multiple pregnancies Pre-eclampsia Pregnancy post-bariatric surgery Pregnancy supplements Processed meats during pregnancy Small for gestational age Weight gain during pregnancy Weight gain during pregnancy in Asian women What to eat during labor https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622ba395c8dc841f704625ef/1647277585500-WC232LRPXMYGQMI5Z30V/Resized_0_.jpg Services - Lactation Consult Initial visit lasts about 2 hours and includes: a detailed medical history as it pertains to lactation. weighing baby before and after feeding to determine milk transfer. observing a breastfeeding/chestfeeding and/or pumping session. breastfeeding/chestfeeding education and management. a written plan to help you meet your breastfeeding/chestfeeding goals. https://www.openarmslactation.com/website-terms-and-conditions daily 0.75 2022-03-19