Newborn Feeding Support
Gentle, personalized feeding guidance to help you and your newborn find your rhythm together.
Those first days with your baby are filled with new experiences, and feeding can bring more questions than you expected. Maybe you're wondering how often your newborn should eat, whether they're getting enough milk, or why feeding doesn't seem as easy as you imagined.
You don't have to figure everything out alone. I'll help you understand your baby's feeding cues, work through any challenges, and find an approach that feels comfortable and manageable for your family.
Whether you're breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, or combining methods, I'm here to help you feel more confident as you settle into life with your baby.
When You're Still Figuring Out How Your Baby Feeds
Every newborn is learning, and every parent deserves support along the way.
Maybe your baby wants to feed constantly, struggles to stay latched, or seems unsettled after eating. Perhaps you're wondering whether their feeding patterns are normal or if they're getting enough milk.
You might be navigating painful feeds, learning to pump, or trying to balance breastfeeding with bottles or supplementation.
Those early weeks can feel especially overwhelming when you're exhausted and receiving different advice from different places.
Together, we'll take a closer look at your baby's feeding patterns, cues, and needs so you can better understand what's happening and what adjustments may help.
Newborn Latch • Frequent Feeds • Milk Intake • Feeding Cues • Bottle Feeding • Pumping • Supplementation
What to Expect During Your Newborn Feeding Visit
We'll take time to understand your baby's feeding needs and find practical ways to make those early days feel easier.
1
We Talk
We'll start with your baby's feeding history, what you've been noticing, and any questions or concerns you have about feeding, milk intake, or your newborn's routine.
2
We Look Together
When helpful, I'll observe a feeding and look at latch, positioning, feeding cues, and milk transfer. We can also review bottle-feeding techniques, pumping, or supplementation if those are part of your routine.
3
We Create a Plan
Together, we'll explore practical adjustments that support your baby's feeding needs, whether that's improving positioning, understanding feeding frequency, or finding a more manageable approach to feeding.
4
You Leave Knowing What Comes Next
You'll leave with personalized recommendations, a better understanding of your baby's cues, and clear next steps to help you feel more confident feeding your newborn.
Why Parents Reach Out to Julie
The newborn stage comes with plenty of questions, and you don't have to wait until feeding becomes difficult to ask for help.
This service supports parents at many stages, including:
You're learning how to feed your newborn
You're adjusting to life with a new baby and want guidance on feeding cues, frequency, and what to expect during the first weeks.
Your baby struggles to latch or feed comfortably
Breastfeeding feels painful, your baby has difficulty staying latched, or feeding sessions are becoming frustrating.
You're unsure whether your baby is getting enough milk
You're wondering about feeding frequency, milk transfer, diaper output, or whether your baby's feeding patterns are supporting their growth.
You're combining breastfeeding, pumping, or bottle feeding
You're using more than one feeding method and want help finding a routine that works for your baby and your family.
You're feeling overwhelmed by feeding decisions
You're receiving different advice, second-guessing your choices, or simply want reassurance that you're on the right track.
Whether you're a first-time parent or welcoming another baby,
you deserve support that helps you feel informed, encouraged, and confident in your feeding journey.
Compassionate Care
for Both Baby and Parent.
Those first weeks can feel overwhelming, and you deserve someone in your corner.
I’m Julie Baumgartner, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and I created Best Hope Lactation to support families during one of the most emotionally vulnerable times of life.
I believe feeding support should feel calm, respectful, and empowering. My role is to walk alongside you — offering guidance, encouragement, and practical tools while honoring your goals as a parent.
I focus on both baby and parent, because your well-being matters. Many parents arrive feeling uncertain or discouraged and leave with clarity, confidence, and a deeper understanding of their baby’s cues. Feeding challenges don’t mean you’re doing anything wrong — they simply mean you deserve support.
Newborn Feeding Support for Families Across
St. Augustine & St. Johns County
Personalized feeding guidance to help you feel more confident during those first weeks with your baby.
Every newborn feeds a little differently, and finding your rhythm together can take time. Whether you're learning to recognize hunger cues, working through latch difficulties, or trying to understand how often your baby needs to eat, we'll focus on helping you feel more comfortable with your baby's feeding patterns.
As your baby grows and settles into new routines, feeding needs can change quickly. You may have questions about pumping, introducing bottles, supplementing, or adjusting to longer or more frequent feeding sessions. I'll help you navigate those changes with practical guidance that fits your family's needs.
My goal is to help you spend less time second-guessing every feeding decision and more time feeling confident as you care for your newborn, with a flexible approach that supports both your baby's needs and your well-being.
AREAS SERVED
✓ St. Augustine
✓ St. Johns
✓ Nocatee
✓ Ponte Vedra
✓ Palencia
✓ World Golf Village
✓ St. Johns County
Let's Make Those First Feeding Moments Feel a Little Easier.
You don't have to have everything figured out to give your baby a supported start.
Whether you're struggling with latch, worried about milk intake, learning to pump, or simply wondering what's normal for your newborn, I'm here to help.
Together, we'll look at your baby's feeding needs, explore practical adjustments, and create a plan that helps you feel more confident during these early weeks.
You deserve to feel supported as you and your baby find your rhythm together.