{"id":1760,"date":"2026-04-29T14:54:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T14:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aitkids.com\/?p=1760"},"modified":"2026-05-19T23:57:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T23:57:00","slug":"breastfeeding-support-through-early-intervention","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aitkids.com\/es\/aprendamos\/foundations-first\/breastfeeding-support-through-early-intervention\/","title":{"rendered":"Breastfeeding Support Through Early Intervention"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For families receiving Early Intervention services and who are lactating or providing human milk to their infant\/child, partnering with a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS) can be beneficial. &nbsp;From breastfeeding initiation through weaning, a specialist can provide encouragement, support and reassurance throughout the mother\u2019s breastfeeding journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With over twenty-five years of experience, our Developmental Specialist III, Eligibility Evaluator for Early Intervention, and Certified Breastfeeding Specialist, Marisa Van Dommelen, MS, is providing families breastfeeding support, education and resources. &nbsp;With her health background, she provides nutrition counseling to improve overall health and feeding outcomes for mom and baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Breastfeeding can be challenging for some mothers who may experience physical pain, supply concerns, or latching difficulties that may be resolved with support and guidance. &nbsp;Infants who are born premature the \u201csuck-swallow-breath\u201d reflux has not developed, lacking coordination to breathe and eat simultaneously until near their due date. &nbsp; Discussing with parents of pre-term or late preterm infants in establishing and maintaining a milk supply can be beneficial for the dyad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Infants may have trouble latching, are fussy and frequent cries because of a prolong complicated birth, or are born with a tongue-tie or side tie, making breastfeeding difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parents of new arrivals face many challenges, and breastfeeding is reported by many women that it is harder than they expected. &nbsp;Many lack confidence in producing adequate milk supply, are unaware of local resources and may need to select a pump as they need to return to work. &nbsp;Other mothers who are on medications may be unaware of contraindicators or alternatives before selecting to discontinue to provide breastmilk. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By partnering with a breastfeeding specialist, mothers can work through concerns to ensure their baby\u2019s health is not compromised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Empower your breastfeeding journey with a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist. &nbsp;Early intervention helps overcome challenges, prevents long-term feeding difficulties, and promotes the wellbeing of both mother and baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn more about incorporating a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist into your family\u2019s early intervention journey, call (575) 522-6682 or visit https:\/\/www.aitkids.com\/early-intervention.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For families receiving Early Intervention services and who are lactating or providing human milk to their infant\/child, partnering with a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS) can be beneficial. &nbsp;From breastfeeding initiation through weaning, a specialist can provide encouragement, support and reassurance throughout the mother\u2019s breastfeeding journey. 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