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Welcome!

Hi! I'm Felicity.

I'm a pharmacist (PharmD), Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), pediatric sleep consultant, and most importantly, a mama to two.

When I was pregnant with my first baby, I spent countless hours reading books, listening to podcasts, and researching every product I thought I might need. I wanted to be as prepared as possible. Then my baby arrived... and I quickly realized that some of the things I had worried about didn't matter nearly as much as I thought, while other things caught me completely by surprise.

My first breastfeeding journey was challenging. We struggled with latching, I triple-fed for months, and I spent countless hours pumping. My second baby had a completely different feeding journey, reminding me that every baby is unique and that there is rarely one "right" answer.

The same was true for sleep. I read all the books, worried about every nap, and wondered if I was doing something wrong. Over time, I learned that babies aren't robots, families are different, and there isn't a single approach that works for everyone.

I started this blog because I remember how overwhelming pregnancy and those first months of parenthood can feel. There is so much advice online—and much of it is conflicting. My hope is to give you practical, realistic information based on my own experiences, my professional training, and the lessons I wish someone had shared with me before I became a mom.

You'll find honest product recommendations, newborn preparation guides, breastfeeding tips, sleep advice, postpartum encouragement, and plenty of "if I could do it again..." moments. My goal isn't to convince you to buy more things or parent a certain way. It's to help you feel more confident as you prepare to welcome your baby.

Whether you're expecting your first baby or adding another little one to your family, I'm so glad you're here. I hope these guides help you feel a little more prepared—and a lot less alone.

Welcome to Steamboat Lactation & Sleep.

— Felicity