Helping you nourish your baby, your body and you
Alex Wachelka, BSc., IBCLC International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Perinatal Nutrition Expert, CEO/Founder Motherhood Blooms Lactation™
Every mother’s journey is unique. From your pregnancy experience to your breastfeeding journey to your postpartum nutrition
I support you to have the most joyful experience through my services below
My clients come to me for support with
Latch Challenges: Your baby has a shallow or painful latch. You’re using a nipple shield and/or having trouble positioning them or any other concerns you have about their latch.
Milk Supply & Pumping: You’re struggling with low supply and need help to increase your supply
Starting Solids: You’re not sure when or how to start or what it means for your milk supply
Prenatal Education: You are expecting a baby and want to learn more about breastfeeding. You have questions about milk supply, pumping or milk storage
Nutrition: It can feel really confusing trying to eat well during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Even conception whether it’s your first or you’re TTC again, can be impacted by your nutrition. My perinatal nutrition coaching will take all the guesswork out for you so you can nourish yourself with more ease
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I’m here to help you through your challenges and provide you with reassurance and support
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What moms are saying about working with me
I am here to help you! I offer one on one support to help you reach your goals, whatever they may be.
About Me
Hi! I’m Alex Wachelka. I am a Perinatal Nutrition Expert, Fertility Educator, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and mother of three. I’m here to help you nourish your baby and yourself so you can have a more enjoyable experience.
I will actually listen to you and help you feel supported. There’s no judgment here just a supportive and holistic root-cause approach. I am dedicated to ensuring you feel well supported and confident.
Expecting a baby and have questions about breastfeeding?
Join my FREE Mini Prenatal Breastfeeding class and you’ll be well on your way to a confident breastfeeding experience. This free class is available to watch instantly on YouTube.
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When you join my weekly email community, you’ll receive deep education about your body and nutrition and how it can support your fertility, pregnancy and postpartum journey. You’ll also learn more about my services and how I can help you.
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