Hey! I’m Nasheeda!
A wife and proud mother of three beautiful breastfed children!
An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, public health professional, and author.
Working with breastfeeding families and hearing their stories along with my own experiences pushed me into purpose.
How it All Began...
When I became pregnant with my first child, a family member told me “You are going to breastfeed!” At the time I didn’t know much about breastfeeding, only that it was healthy for my son so I gave it a try. Breastfeeding was going well but I struggled with feeling confident in my body and wondered if I was producing enough. I knew my son was getting milk but I couldn’t see how much and once I went back to work I found it hard to make enough milk for him.
Although I had a good support system, they were not able to help me in a way that I needed. Maybe it was because I really didn’t know that I needed help or how to put these feelings into words. And to be honest, since many people I knew didn’t breastfeed I didn’t think they would be able to relate to what I was going through.
Have You Ever Felt Like Things Happen For A Reason?
In 2016, I was struggling with feeling satisfied with where I was in life. I was coping with the sudden loss of my father and unsure of my purpose in life. I always knew I wanted to help others but I didn't know what that would look like until...
I became a Certified Lactation Counselor and began supporting breastfeeding families at work. I realized many families shared similar stories. Many felt unprepared, they wanted personalized support and encouragement to help them get through challenges like cracked nipples, engorgement, and lack of sleep.
I had similar experiences when I gave birth to my second child in 2018 but this time around, I knew how to overcome those challenges. I had gained confidence in my body and trusted that I was capable of making enough milk. I breastfed longer and because of this victory, I received comments and questions like “You still breastfeeding? Just put the milk in a bottle already!” I felt like I had to defend myself and explain the choices I was making as a mother. I felt alone, judged, and at times isolated and some of the mothers I worked with felt the same.
You don’t have to be on this journey alone.
As Seen In: Our Featured Appearances
Black Breastfeeding Week 2022: Spotlight on Author
Le Leche League USA weekly blog post for Black Breastfeeding Week 2022, New Beginnings spoke with Nasheeda Pollard, author and IBCLC.
Leveling Up in Lactation
Checkout Nasheeda's interview on the podcast Leveling Up in Lactation with Erica Dudley.
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