Totality Pediatrics offers newborn lactation support in Easley SC for families seeking breastfeeding guidance, feeding support, and expert pediatric care for newborns.
newborn lactation support in Easley SC
Newborn & Lactation Support
Gentle guidance for life’s earliest days.
Overview
Welcoming a new baby is a joyful, transformative experience, and it comes with lots of questions. From the first feeding to the first checkup, our team walks beside you with reassurance, expertise, and genuine care.
At Totality Pediatrics, we provide comprehensive newborn care and lactation support designed to help families feel confident, connected, and supported during the earliest stages of life. Whether you are a first-time parent or growing your family, we’re here to make this transition feel peaceful and empowering.
Because every new beginning deserves support rooted in knowledge, kindness, and heart.
Newborn Care
Your baby’s first weeks are filled with rapid growth and discovery. We are here to guide you through each milestone with thoughtful care and attentive follow-up.
Our newborn care includes:
- First newborn visits & weight checks
- Feeding evaluations
- Jaundice screening
- Safe sleep guidance
- Developmental assessments
- Umbilical cord care
- Vaccinations & preventive care
- Parental support and education
We take our time during newborn visits listening to your concerns, celebrating milestones, and shaping a care plan that fits your family.
Lactation & Feeding Support
Feeding is one of the most intimate parts of early parenthood. It can be beautiful, and sometimes challenging. Our goal is to support you wherever you are in your feeding journey.
We offer guidance for:
- Breastfeeding / chestfeeding
- Bottle-feeding support
- Pumping guidance & schedules
- Latch challenges
- Low milk supply concerns
- Painful feeding
- Combination feeding
- Transitioning back to work
Our clinicians provide gentle, personalized support to help you nourish your baby with confidence whether that’s through breastfeeding, formula feeding, or both.
A fed baby is a thriving baby, and we are here to help you find what works best for your family.
Infant And Newborn Care
Caring For Your Newborn
We understand that babies do not come with how-to manuals, which is why we are here to make sure you have the knowledge, guidance and reassurance you need while caring for your little one.
Choosing the right pediatrician is an important decision for every family.
At Totality, you will find a team of caring and compassionate providers who believe in working together with parents to support each child’s health and development. Whether this is your first baby or you are a seasoned parent, recommendations and best practices are always evolving, and it is our responsibility to keep you informed and confident at every step.
First Few Visits
Take a look below at some of the expectations for your newborn’s visits.
3-5 Days Visit
2 Week Visit
1 Month Visit
2 Month Visit
3-5 Days
Congratulations on the arrival of your little one. Welcoming a newborn is a beautiful and exciting time, and it can also be tiring. Having trusted friends or family nearby for support can make these early days a little easier. Remember to kindly ask all visitors to wash their hands before holding your baby.
Your baby’s first visit to our office will take place during the first week of life, usually one to two days after you are discharged from the hospital. This visit allows us to check on feeding, weight, jaundice and overall well-being, and to support you as you begin this new chapter.
We do a lot at this visit
- Check your baby’s weight.Monitor for signs of jaundice.
- Check to see how your baby is feeding.Answer questions about your new baby.
- Immunizations: HepB#1 (if not given in hospital)
- Tests/Screens/Assessments: Follow-up on Newborn Metabolic Screen done in hospital
Immunizations: HepB#1 (if not given in hospital) Tests/Screens/Assessments: Follow-up on Newborn Metabolic Screen done in hospital
2 Weeks
The two week visit, or sooner if you have any concerns, is our chance to check in on how your family is adjusting to your newest little one. We will discuss feeding, bowel habits and sleep patterns, and make sure everything is progressing in a healthy direction.
If you are breastfeeding, you can meet with one of our lactation consultants for personalized support. It is normal for babies to lose a little weight after birth, and by two weeks most have returned to their birth weight.
We will also review safe sleep practices. Your baby should sleep on their back, on a flat and firm surface, in their own separate sleep space. This lowers the risk of SIDS and helps keep your baby safe.
As always, we are here to answer your questions and support you through every step of this early journey.
We do a lot at this visit
- Measure your baby’s weight, length and head size and record on a growth curve.
- Remind you to give your baby a daily supplement of 400 IU of vitamin D drops if you are breastfeeding.
Immunizations: None
Tests/Screens/Assessments: None
1 Month
By this visit, many families are beginning to settle into a routine. Feeding, sleeping and bowel habits can still raise questions, and we are here to talk through all of it with you. We will check your baby’s growth and development and make sure everything is on track.
You may also start to see your baby’s first smiles, and those little moments make this stage even more special.
Immunizations: HepB#2
Tests/Screens/Assessments: Post Partum Depression Assessment, TB Surveillance
2 Months
Many babies are more fussy or colicky at this age. It can be challenging, but it is temporary. Most colicky babies eventually outgrow this phase, even if the days feel long right now.
Your baby’s safety is always the priority. If you start to feel overwhelmed or frustrated, handle your baby gently and do not hesitate to reach out to friends, family or us for support. If you need a moment to calm down and no one is available to help, place your baby gently on their back in a safe sleep space, such as a crib or bassinet, and take a few minutes to breathe. Sometimes a short reset is all you need.
We do a lot at this visit
- Measure your baby’s weight, length and head size and record on a growth curve.
- Provide your baby’s first set of immunizations. Immunizations are safe, effective and keep your child and our community healthy. During this visit, you will be able to discuss any questions you may have about immunizations.
- Screen for post-partum depression.
Infant & Newborn Care
Explore the moments, challenges and milestones you may experience during your baby’s first 12 months, and feel confident knowing you are never walking this journey alone. Our team is here to guide, support and care for your family every step of the way.
Immunizations & Vaccines
Vaccines play an important role in keeping children healthy. Many vaccine-preventable diseases are far less common today, but they still occur in the United States. When fewer babies are vaccinated, more babies are at risk of getting sick. Vaccinating on time helps protect your child and the children around them.
Jaundice
Newborn jaundice is common and occurs when a baby’s bilirubin levels are higher than usual. Most cases are mild and improve on their own, but some babies need closer monitoring or treatment. We check your baby’s skin color, feeding patterns and bilirubin levels to make sure everything is moving in a safe direction. If jaundice rises or lasts longer than expected, we will guide you on the next steps to keep your baby healthy.
SIDS
Unsafe sleep environments lead to thousands of infant deaths each year in the United States. These tragedies can happen through suffocation, entrapment, strangulation or sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The good news is that many of these risks can be reduced with simple, safe sleep practices.
At Totality, we want every family to feel informed and empowered. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers clear guidance on how to create a safe sleep space for your baby, and we are here to help you follow it with confidence.
Umbilical Cord Care
During the first few weeks, your baby’s umbilical cord stump will slowly dry, shrink and eventually fall off. You do not need to use alcohol on the cord. Simply keep the area clean and dry.
It is normal to see a small spot of blood on the diaper when the stump separates. If you notice active bleeding or if the area looks red, swollen or has a foul odor, contact your baby’s doctor right away. If an infection is present, your baby will need medical care. We are here to help you keep everything healing safely.
Breastfeeding & Lactation
While we do not have a lactation specialist on site, you are never without support. We have strong relationships with experienced lactation consultants who care deeply about helping families thrive. We can connect you with them for personalized guidance, and when needed, we can even arrange for them to visit on site to support you and your baby. Our goal is to make sure every family feels confident, supported and cared for on their feeding journey.
When To Seek Support
Reach out any time you notice
Difficulty latching
Concerns about milk supply
Pain with feeding
Persistent fussiness with feeds
Poor weight gain
Questions about bottle or pump use
No concern is ever too small when it comes to your baby. Early reassurance and guidance can bring comfort, confidence and peace of mind every step of the way.
Why Families Trust Totality
- Time & attention in every visit
- Evidence-based feeding support
- Non-judgmental care where every family’s feeding journey is honored
- Close follow-up to ensure steady growth
- Whole-family support through the newborn period
We believe every family deserves a team that celebrates their strengths and lifts them through the challenges.
Because Every Beginning Matters
Those early days are filled with wonder. We are here to make them a little easier with steady hands, open hearts, and a partnership that grows with your family.
Here from beginning to grown, supporting every step of the journey.
Baby Essentials
Our team of pediatricians, and fellow parents, has thoughtfully gathered a list of essentials to help you feel prepared. We know that these early months are filled with joy, questions and new experiences, and we want you to have everything you need to care for your little one with comfort and peace of mind.
General Checklist
While this may be the tenth baby checklist you have scrolled through, and the thought of starting your fifth registry might make you sigh, we promise ours sticks to the things you will actually use. Consider it your guide to avoiding the classic “new baby over-purchasing trap” that catches even the most seasoned parents.
Essential Items
From baby wash to burp cloths, our providers put together an Amazon Shopping List so you can click, add to cart and keep moving. And just so you know, we do not earn anything from these links. We just love making life a little easier for tired parents.
Sensitive Skin Babies
Does your baby have extra delicate or sensitive skin? We know how precious that amazing baby softness is, so we created a list just for little ones who need gentler, hypoallergenic care. They deserve products made with their unique needs in mind.
Totality Pediatrics offers compassionate newborn and lactation support in Easley, SC. Including feeding guidance, newborn care, jaundice screening, and early-life education for growing families.