As a certified lactation specialist, I get many great questions about breastfeeding. From why it’s so important to why it sometimes feels like such a struggle. Breastfeeding is natural, but it’s also a learned skill that takes time, patience, and support. Below, I’m answering some recent questions that I believe deserve their own post! 1. Why is breastfeeding so important for mom and baby? When most people think about breastfeeding, they think about the bond it builds and the

When you’re trying to conceive, it can be discouraging when everything appears “normal” on paper, yet you still don’t feel like yourself. You may be experiencing fatigue, irregular cycles, poor sleep, mood changes, or other signs that your body isn’t functioning optimally, despite being told by your doctor that your labs look fine. Investing in your health now is not just about improving your chances of conception, it’s also about supporting long-term wellness, reducing the r

Autoimmune conditions are on the rise, and yet many people are left with more questions than answers after receiving a diagnosis. Conventional medicine often explains these conditions as the body “attacking itself,” but this oversimplification doesn’t capture the complexity of what’s really happening. From a functional and integrative health perspective, the immune system doesn't malfunction without reason. Instead, it responds to chronic internal stressors, often for months

Hi, I’m Madelyn Perez, an Integrative Health Practitioner and founder of Restore Functional Wellness. Growing up, I was always sick....