BRANCHES OF JOY
Lactation and Occupational Therapy Consultation
Twin Cities, MN
Work With Johanna
Online Lessons
COMING SOON: Explore wellness principles on your own schedule through a variety of online lessons.
What is Lactation Consulting?
Support for new parents and families to feed their infant
Consultation for going back to work
Support for anatomical differences that impact feeding
Positioning, latch, and milk removal
Prenatal support for intentions of chest-feeding
Use of donor milk and supplementary feedings
What is Occupational Therapy?
Working with individuals and families to increase participation in daily routines and activities.
Increasing understanding of body mechanics and positions
Promoting participation within your environment
Increasing tools and strategies to use in times of stress
Facilitating playful interactions and bringing back JOY
Creating a plan that works for you
Feeding infants and older children can be a challenge. Food is one area where individuals can exert some control if everything else feels out of control. It is also one of the hardest areas of parenting.
‘What will my child eat?’ There are so many opinions and ‘cute’ ways to feed, but are they actually helpful or does it make you feel stressed out and lost?
Let me help best understand your environment and your infant/child’s needs as you all embark on this journey.
Through my personalized consulting, I’ll work alongside you to develop a detailed plan to work towards your goals. With use of the following:
Feeding expertise including lactation counseling
Sensory integration strategies
Trauma-responsive care
Movement-based strategies
Family- and individual-centered care
