Lactation Support at Balance Chiropractic | Ankeny, IA
Personalized breastfeeding and feeding support with a pediatric chiropractor and IBCLC.
Support every stage of your feeding journey, from early questions to more complex challenges. Thoughtful, hands on care for both mom and baby.
Serving Ankeny, Des Moines, and surrounding Central Iowa CommunitiesYou’re not doing anything wrong, sometimes you just need the right support
Breastfeeding and infant feeding can feel easy for some families, and unexpectedly challenging for others. Both are normal.
- Pain with latch
- Clicking or noisy feeds
- Concerns about milk supply
- Engorgement, clogged ducts, or mastitis
- Baby struggling to latch or stay latched
- Slow weight gain
- Tongue tie concerns
- Feeling unsure if things are going “okay”
You don’t have to wait until things feel overwhelming to come in!
Lactation support that looks at the full picture and options that fit your family.
At Balance Chiropractic & Wellness, your care is guided by both clinical experience and whole-body perspective.
Dr. Jennifer Thompson is a pediatric and prenatal chiropractor and and IBCLC, which means your visit goes beyond just feeding mechanics. Dr. Jen’s whole-body approach looks at:
- Latch and positioning
- Infant oral function
- Body tension and movement patterns
- Nervous system regulation
- Maternal comfort and recovery
Because feeding challenges are not just about feeding, we offer options that fit for your family when it comes to care. That includes:
Stand Alone Lactation Visits – Dr. Jen provides focused, one-on-one support for breastfeeding concerns. You do not have to be a current chiropractic patient to utilize stand alone lactation visits, nor will chiropractic care be required with these visits.
Combined Visits – Lactation support (1 hour) paired with pediatric chiropractic and craniosacral therapy (CST) as well as support for mom with postpartum chiropractic care. Gentle bodywork can help reduce tension that may be affecting latch comfort, feeding coordination, head turning preference, and body positioning. This can be especially helpful for babies who seem uncomfortable, tight, or frustrated during feeds.
We will help you decide what feels most supportive for your situation.
What to expect at your visit
Your lactation visit is relaxed, supportive, and centered around your goals
We may include:
- Health and feeding history
- Latch and positioning support
- Infant oral and body assessment
- Weighted Feeding
- Supply discussion
- Pumping support
- Personalized recommendations
You will leave with a clearer understanding of what’s going on and what next steps feel right.
You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone
Whether you’re looking for reassurance or support through a more complex challenge, we’re here to help you feel more confident and supported in your feeding journey.