Breastfeeding Talk: Recent Episodes

Jacqueline Kincer, IBCLC, CSOM

Breastfeeding Talk is a conversational podcast that explores the breastfeeding journey with a focus on new motherhood. Stock broker turned lactation consultant, host Jacqueline Kincer, IBCLC, CSOM shares with you her best advice for navigating this stage of motherhood with a mix of humor, realness, science, and compassion. On the Breastfeeding Talk podcast, you can expect honest conversations with leaders in breastfeeding health, raw talk about breastfeeding your baby, and most importantly: tips and strategies to create a breastfeeding journey that brings you joy.

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If you've ever wondered why breastfeeding can be such a challenge, or if you've stumbled upon the term 'tongue tie' in your journey as a new parent, this episode is for you. Together with Katherine Baquie from FitNest Mama, we unravel the intricate connection between tongue ties and breastfeeding. Listen in as we unpack the basics of tongue tie, its signs and symptoms in babies, and how it's diagnosed. You'll gain valuable insights on who to consult for an evaluation and the various treatment options available.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • What is a tongue tie and how does it affect the ability to breastfeed
  • What are the signs and symptoms of a tongue tie in babies
  • How is a tongue tie diagnosed, and who you should consult for an evaluation
  • What are the treatment options for tongue ties, and how they work
  • Strategies or techniques you can use to help your baby with breastfeeding or oral development if they have a tongue tie

A glance at this episode:

  • [7:05] What is a tongue tie and how it affects the ability to breastfeed
  • [10:53] How tongue ties happen
  • [11:50] Signs to look out for with tongue ties
  • [16:10] How tongue ties are diagnosed and when to seek a doctor
  • [21:11] Known complications of tongue ties and potential complications
  • [27:30] The importance of identifying tongue ties early on and seeking treatment when needed
  • [32:33] How to identify all ties, not just tongue ties

Related Links:

  • FitNest Mama Website
  • FitNest Mama Instagram
  • FitNest Mama Podcast

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Arielle Martone to discuss postpartum wellness and healing after childbirth. Arielle is a physical therapist and postpartum wellness coach, who shares her own experiences with postpartum depression, pelvic pain, and breastfeeding challenges. Together, Jacqueline & Arielle examine the lack of focus on mental and emotional well-being during and after pregnancy. They also talk about the importance of listening to your body's needs and allowing yourself time to heal rather than rushing back to work or pre-baby routines.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Why you need to allow yourself enough time to heal physically and mentally after childbirth.
  • How to listen to your body's needs and don't rush into workouts, diets or going back to work too soon.
  • Ways to address any underlying issues that may contribute to postpartum depression and anxiety.
  • What you can do to embrace the changes that come with motherhood instead of getting back to how you were before.
  • Actionable tools you can use to support yourself in postpartum recovery

A glance at this episode:

  • [4:26] Transitioning into a postpartum wellness coach
  • [11:12] Arielle’s experience with having an epidural during labor
  • [16:07] How to prepare for postpartum depression
  • [23:26] Identifying underlying issues with mom when it comes to location success
  • [26:37] The importance of self-care during postpartum
  • [32:14] Arielle’s postpartum healing timeline
  • [40:19] Mapping out a realistic timeline
  • [45:13] Back pain and pelvic floor pain
  • [50:14] How to ask for help when needed

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  • Arielle’s Website
  • Arielle’s Instagram

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Dr. Shereen Lim, a dentist from Perth, Australia who specializes in airway health from infancy to prevent problems like snoring and sleep apnea later in life. Dr. Lim is dedicated to promoting airway health from infancy as an alternative approach to minimize the development of these problems and is the author of the book Breathe, Sleep, Thrive: Discover How Airway Health Can Unlock Your Child’s Greater Health, Learning, and Potential.

In this episode, you’ll hear:
* Key things to look for in infancy for optimal oral development * Why tongue tie release alone is not a cure-all and still requires therapy and other interventions * How chewing and oral exercises can help stimulate jaw muscles and correct swallowing patterns in young children. * Ways airway & oral dysfunction negatively impacts older children and adults

A glance at this episode:
* [3:44] Dr. Lim explains how one would get sleep apnea * [17:26] Key things to look for in infancy * [21:57] The importance of chewing during early childhood * [26:10] Key things to remember with swallowing and drooling * [30:59] Oral motor patterns in infants * [38:10] Common misconceptions about lip ties and tongue ties * [42:00] The role of myofunctional therapy in practice * [46:46] Tongue tie treatment for adults * [54:19] Dr. Lim shares some tips for breathing & sleeping better * [1:00:08] Where Dr. Lim sees herself progressing in the future

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* Dr. Lims Website * Dr. Lim’s Instagram * Dr. Lim’s Facebook

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  • Get 1:1 expert lactation help at https://holisticlactation.com/clinic

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Join Jacqueline in a unique, collaborative episode where she speaks with several authors of weaning books. Julie Dillemuth shares her process for writing Loving Comfort, a toddler-weaning story. Katherine Havener discusses the inspiration behind Nursies When the Sun Shines, a night-weaning story. Yvette Reid talks about her experience writing Booby Moon and Booby Moon for Two, a tandem nursing weaning story.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Advice from each author for parents who are trying to wean their toddlers from breastfeeding
  • The personal stories of readers who have used these books to wean their children
  • What inspired each author to write their books and why they decided to approach weaning in this way

A glance at this episode:

  • [3:50] Julie’s Intro and how she got started writing children’s books
  • [8:11] How important it is for children to see themselves represented in literature and how Julie’s books contribute to that
  • [11:06] Feedback Julie has received from readers over the years
  • [14:31] The process of writing and publishing a children’s book
  • [17:40] Julie’s other children’s books she’s written and her future plans
  • [21:40] Julie’s personal tip for anyone trying to wean their toddler
  • [26:00] Katherine’s intro and what she does
  • [27:12] What inspired Katherine to write a book about night weaning
  • [30:15] How Katherine decided on a book as opposed to another outlet
  • [31:28] Katherine’s process of outsourcing the visual design for her book
  • [33:00] The impact Katherine’s book is making on other families
  • [35:17] Katherine’s future plans as an author
  • [40:54] Katherine gives a piece of personal advice for night weaning
  • [46:10] Yvette’s background in writing books and her inspiration for writing children’s books
  • [54:29] The impact that Yvette’s book has had on other families
  • [58:00] Yvette shares about her second book
  • [1:03:51] Yvette’s future plans as a children’s author

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  • Access group support & our courses at https://holisticlactation.com/nurture-collective
  • Get 1:1 expert lactation help at https://holisticlactation.com/clinic

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Content Warning: This episode contains discussions about infant loss and infertility struggles. Listener discretion is advised.

Join Jacqueline as she sits down with Sarah Cox, a passionate content creator dedicated to raising awareness about infertility and pregnancy loss. Sarah courageously shares her personal journey through pregnancy and breastfeeding, offering a unique perspective as a mother who has experienced infant loss and fertility struggles. Her unwavering commitment to extended breastfeeding is evident as she successfully nursed all her children past one year. Sarah's story encompasses not only the joys and challenges of breastfeeding but also her emotional journey of weaning and the choices she made regarding lactation after her stillbirth.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How Sarah navigated her fertility struggles and breastfed despite these challenges
  • Ways to emotionally prepare for breastfeeding after previous infant loss
  • What happens with lactation after a stillbirth and the options for dealing with it
  • Unexpected ways breastfeeding has helped Sarah recover from loss and connect with her living children

A glance at this episode:

  • [4:12] Sarah shares her pregnancy journeys and her early days of motherhood
  • [6:06] Breastfeeding with PCOS
  • [8:10] Sarah’s 3 pregnancy losses and dealing with infertility
  • [12:19] How Sarah came to find out about her pregnancy loss
  • [15:04] Giving birth to her stillborn baby at 32 weeks
  • [17:29] Drying up milk supply after a stillbirth
  • [21:44] Mentally preparing for another pregnancy after a stillbirth
  • [26:43] What it was like breastfeeding her next born child after a stillbirth
  • [32:03] Sarah’s current breastfeeding goals
  • [36:20] How Sarah started her blog and podcast

Related Links:

  • Sarah’s Website
  • Sarah’s Facebook
  • Sarah’s Instagram

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  • Holistic Lactation Website
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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Melissa Arntt, a soon-to-be mom of 3 and a self-proclaimed chaos coordinator. Melissa shares her journey with her children from pregnancy, through delivery, and their breastfeeding journey. Together, they delve into topics like identifying ties and finding the perfect pediatrician for your family's needs.

Melissa works in corporate America as an executive assistant at a Fortune 200 company, but her true passion is lactation care. After her own breastfeeding difficulties, Melissa felt called to help other moms facing challenges in their breastfeeding journeys. She’s a board member of the local chapter of her state's breastfeeding coalition and a certified breastfeeding specialist.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Building a trusting relationship with your healthcare providers and seeking second opinions when necessary.
  • Navigating insurance hurdles to ensure access to the necessary breastfeeding care, even if your policy doesn't cover it.
  • Ways to handle the delayed diagnosis of ties and getting treatment for an older baby
  • Preparing during pregnancy for having a baby with oral ties
  • Embracing flexibility and releasing expectations to achieve the desired outcome in your breastfeeding journey.

A glance at this episode:

  • [3:35] Melissa introduces herself and tells about her family life
  • [5:52] How Melissa came to breastfeed and how she prepared for it
  • [19:07] How Melissa coped with being unprepared and undereducated for breastfeeding
  • [24:15] Connecting with a lactation consultant and navigating Melissa’s second breastfeeding journey
  • [36:22] Resetting expectations for a successful breastfeeding journey
  • [38:10] Personal advice from Melissa for expecting parents
  • [44:54] How to seek breastfeeding help and find support

Related Links:

  • Melissa’s Instagram

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In this episode, we discuss the realities and obstacles of breastfeeding a premature baby. Jacqueline welcomes Jodi Klaristenfield, the founder of FLRRiSH, to share her personal experience of giving birth at 28 weeks due to a life-threatening condition. Gain insights into breastfeeding in the NICU, supplementing with formula, finding support during your NICU stay, and identifying ties and proper sucking and swallowing techniques.

Jodi's personal journey inspired her to create FLRRiSH, a comprehensive platform dedicated to providing NICU parent education, empowerment, support, and resources. Tune in to gain invaluable insights and guidance on navigating the beautiful yet demanding journey of breastfeeding a preemie.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • The crucial role of breastmilk for premature babies
  • How lactation works when a baby is still supposed to be in utero
  • Strategies for bonding with your NICU baby, even without breastfeeding
  • Techniques for fortifying breastmilk with formula within the NICU
  • Where to seek support as a parent of a premature baby
  • Identifying ties and diagnosing proper sucking and swallowing in preemies

A glance at this episode:

  • [5:45] Jodi’s background and why she created FLRRiSH
  • [8:38] What it’s like to be a parent to a preemie
  • [10:52] How can lactation work when you have a premature baby
  • [14:54] Supplementing with a premature baby
  • [18:30] Ways that moms can bond with their babies in the NICU if they can’t breastfeed
  • [22:17] The importance of kangaroo care for preemies
  • [27:18] The transition from tube feeding to sucking and swallowing
  • [33:32] Some issues that are impending feeding
  • [43:38] The importance of community and having a support system
  • [49:04] Advice from Jodi for moms who are going through similar situations

Related Links:

  • NICU Connection Circle June 20th Use code Welcome10 to get $10 off your ticket
  • Jodi’s Website
  • Jodi’s Facebook
  • Jodi’s Instagram
  • Jodi’s LinkedIn

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In this episode of Breastfeeding Talk, host Jacqueline Kincer engages in a thought-provoking conversation with guest Dr. Susan Landers, whose impressive background includes working full-time as a neonatologist while serving as a speaker for the Texas Department of State Health Services, Medical Director of the Mothers' Milk Bank at Austin, a Fellow in the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine, and also contributing to the Section on Breastfeeding for the AAP for six years.

Together, Jacqueline & Dr. Landers delve into the critical role of breast milk in the NICU and the challenges faced in advocating for its use. They explore the importance of donor milk, the need for informed consent, and the significance of maternal support in making breastfeeding work.

The episode also addresses the struggles of working mothers, the cultural shifts required to create a supportive environment, and the essential role of healthcare providers in empowering breastfeeding mothers. With personal stories and practical advice, this episode sheds light on the journey of breastfeeding mothers, fostering understanding and offering valuable insights for both healthcare professionals and new moms alike.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • NICU changes and advancements in the field of breastfeeding medicine over the last 30 years
  • Support mothers in the NICU need to breastfeed & provide milk to their babies
  • The role of fortifiers to promote healthy growth in NICU babies
  • Resistance and challenges faced when advocating for human milk feedings in the NICU, including biases and prejudice against breastfeeding.
  • Addressing the concerns and potential dangers of online donor milk sources.
  • Emphasizing the crucial role of maternal support in making breastfeeding work, with practical tips and advice for new moms during the challenging fourth trimester.
  • Shedding light on the prevalence of postpartum depression and the importance of support systems for new mothers
  • Dr. Landers’ own breastfeeding experiences 30 years ago and her journey supporting her own daughters in breastfeeding
  • Struggles faced by working mothers in balancing breastfeeding and professional responsibilities
  • Needed cultural shifts required to foster a more supportive environment for breastfeeding and the role of healthcare providers, including lactation consultants, in empowering mothers with the necessary knowledge and resources.
  • Burnout among working mothers and the importance of self-care and taking breaks to maintain mental health and sustain breastfeeding journeys.

A glance at this episode:

  • [5:00] Breastmilk in the NICU
  • [13:25] Resistance that Dr. Landers encountered when she started advocating for human milk
  • [19:04] Why donor milk is so important
  • [26:48] Why maternal support is crucial to making breastfeeding successful
  • [38:04] Dr. Landers’ advice for other healthcare providers to help support their communities
  • [46:53] The importance of support in breastfeeding

Related Links:

  • Dr. Landers’ Website
  • Dr. Landers’ Instagram
  • Dr. Landers’ Facebook
  • ABM Find a Physician Directory
  • AAP Find a Pediatrician tool
  • Dr. Landers’ Book on Amazon

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In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Melanie Henstrom, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) from Baby Bonds, who specializes in tongue ties and has helped close to 2,500 breastfeeding dyads.

During our conversation, we delved into various topics, including:

  • Common symptoms of ties and why they are so often missed or ignored by other healthcare providers
  • How to spot ties, when to treat them, and how to find great providers to help
  • Melanie’s background in various bodywork modalities, such as Infant Massage, Rhythmic Movements, Craniosacral Therapy, and Craniosacral Fascial Therapy, and how these techniques can greatly improve tongue tie issues
  • Some incredible outcomes she's had with challenging patient cases, showcasing her dedication to providing the best possible care for her clients
  • Changes in healthcare over the last 5-10 years and Melanie’s predictions for the future of tongue tie assessment & treatment

A glance at this episode:

  • [4:35] How Melanie got into the IBCLC field
  • [10:03] What a tie release looks like after the procedure
  • [14:49] What cranial sacral therapy is and how it works
  • [22:07] The role of an IBCLC in treating ties
  • [26:31] How to find a lactation consultant that accepts insurance
  • [30:47] Melanie’s most rewarding patient story
  • [35:07] Why you should treat the symptoms, not the diagnosis
  • [39:41] Advice for parents with tongue tie issues
  • [44:47] How to communicate your success with tongue tie treatment to your doctor

Related Links:

  • Melanie’s Website
  • Melanie’s Facebook
  • Melanie’s Tounge Tie PDF
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  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement, or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
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In this informative episode, host Jacqueline is joined by attorney Bethany Corbin to discuss women's legal rights when it comes to breastfeeding. Many new moms are unsure of their ability to breastfeed in public, at work, and in other places, and Bethany helps break down the laws to empower women in their breastfeeding journey.

As a healthcare innovation and femtech (female health technology) attorney, Bethany Corbin is on a mission to help thought-leading companies revolutionize the global women’s health sector. She is the founder of FemInnovation, which helps founders, clinicians, politicians, and advocates transform and disrupt “standard” care delivery for women’s health through specially tailored legal and educational programs, thought leadership, and advocacy. Bethany also founded the first law firm in the U.S. dedicated to exclusively serving women’s health innovators.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How women are protected when they breastfeed in public
  • What the PUMP Act is and how it is essential for breastfeeding mothers
  • About new digital health innovations for breastfeeding mothers
  • What you should do if you feel you’ve been denied your right to breastfeed in public or at work legally

A glance at this episode:

  • [3:56] Breastfeeding laws in the US
  • [8:12] Breastfeeding in public spaces
  • [13:01] Break time for nursing mothers at work
  • [16:49] Key provisions of the FLSA
  • [23:41] How to work with your company if you are a nursing mother
  • [27:18] How the law applies to remote jobs
  • [31:57] Innovation in the breastfeeding space
  • [38:57] The lack of research on breastfeeding and lactation
  • [43:44] Advice on protecting women’s health data

Related Links:

  • Feminnovation Website (Website is currently under construction, but will be back up soon)
  • Bethany’s LinkedIn
  • Bethany’s Instagram
  • American Progress Article - 5 Facts About the PUMP Act
  • Department of Health & Human Services Office on Women’s Health
  • Department of Labor - Employment Issues Related to Pregnancy, Birth & Nursing
  • Department of Labor - FAQs on Pumping Breastmilk at Work
  • National Conference of State Legislatures
  • Supplement Bundle
  • Shop our Amazon Store
  • Holistic Lactation Website
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In this informative and supportive episode, Jacqueline delves into the important topic of nursing your baby in public spaces. She discusses the legal protections in place for breastfeeding mothers in the United States and around the world, ensuring that you are well informed of your rights.

Throughout the conversation, Jacqueline shares valuable tips and personal experiences to help you gain confidence and feel empowered while nursing in public. This episode is a must-listen for new and expectant mothers, as well as anyone who wants to better understand and support the rights of breastfeeding women.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding the laws that protect your right to breastfeed in public, both in the US and internationally
  • Tips on how to feel comfortable and confident while nursing in public spaces
  • Personal stories and experiences from Jacqueline and other mothers
  • How to handle potential challenges or confrontations with grace and assertiveness
  • Encouraging a supportive and understanding environment for breastfeeding women

A glance at this episode:

  • [2:24] Jacqueline’s personal experience with nursing in public
  • [5:54] Nursing in public with a newborn
  • [8:27] Breastfeeding laws in the US
  • [13:38] Breastfeeding in public laws
  • [15:01] How to feel confident and comfortable while nursing in public
  • [17:49] How and when to cover if needed
  • [23:27] How to choose a comfortable location for nursing
  • [25:59] Tips on breastfeeding in public
  • [28:35] How to begin babywearing

Related Links:

  • Episode 49: Demystifying Babywearing with Karla Castro
  • Episode 98: Tips for Breastfeeding While Babywearing with Meagan Pa
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  • Shop our Amazon Store
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement, or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by women’s health physiotherapist Kath Baquie. Kath provides pregnant and new mothers with exercises, support, and resources to move away from the physical aches & pains of pregnancy, the overwhelm, and the weakness felt after birth. Instead, she helps women to find the comfort and confidence they need to get their bodies and minds strong again.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • About breastfeeding posture and setup
  • Preventative strategies for aches and pains while breastfeeding
  • Things to look for and be aware of when feeling achy
  • Tips and tricks from a women’s health physical therapist

A glance at this episode:

  • [7:51] How to prepare for a post-birth plan
  • [12:02] What is ‘normal’ with pregnancy
  • [16:01] Pelvic floor and postpartum recovery
  • [19:50] What do we do after birth
  • [26:07] How to sit for horizontal breastfeeding
  • [30:46] How to set yourself up for success when breastfeeding
  • [34:55] Stretching before and after feeding
  • [39:26] Exercise before and after birth
  • [43:05] Building a strong core
  • [49:07] Pain is not gain and exercise is not the goal
  • [54:40] Kath’s first tip for pelvic floor health

Related Links:

  • FitNest Mama Website
  • FitNest Mama Instagram
  • FitNest Mama Podcast
  • FitNest Mama Postpartum Exercise Program
  • Free Postpartum Return to Exercise Checklist
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Jackie Greco, a mom of two who nursed through a chemical pregnancy and toddlerhood. She had to navigate extended nursing, nursing in public, dairy allergies, and judgment from other moms. This mama powered through it all to find the joy and confidence she needed to have her own fulfilling nursing journey.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Jackie’s personal nursing journeys with both her children
  • How she navigated through allergies and judgment
  • Why Jackie decided to wean and how she went about it
  • Setting boundaries with your children

A glance at this episode:

  • [5:38] Jackie’s story and how she got started
  • [11:11] Finding support while navigating social media
  • [13:57] How she came to realize it was time to wean her daughter
  • [16:13] Jackie battles nursing a toddler in public
  • [20:01] The language she used with her daughter to wean her
  • [24:51] Jackie‘s nursing journey with her second child
  • [27:22] Navigating through a dairy allergy with her son
  • [32:49] How often Jackie’s son still nurses
  • [38:32] Finding the balance in nursing
  • [42:05] Jackie gives her best advice for a new mom

Related Links:

  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Libby Ward from Diary of an Honest Mom. Libby is a digital creator, speaker, and mental health advocate with a deep commitment to breaking cycles of trauma & changing the motherhood narrative with honest motherhood.

This episode gets real and raw as Libby shares her personal experiences with Diary of an Honest Mom and her postpartum depression journey. She shares how she balanced motherhood and marriage and how social media affects new mothers mentally.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • What Diary of an Honest Mom is and how Libby got started
  • Libby’s personal motherhood journey
  • How Libby navigated through postpartum depression
  • How Libby balanced motherhood and marriage

A glance at this episode:

  • [5:02] How Libby got started with Diary of an Honest Mom
  • [9:42] Libby’s postpartum and breastfeeding struggles
  • [17:20] How Libby came out of postpartum depression
  • [25:06] Social media’s effects on motherhood
  • [33:36] How honest motherhood intersects with marriage
  • [43:30] The importance of balance in motherhood

Related Links:

  • Diary of an Honest Mom Website
  • Diary of an Honest Mom Instagram
  • Diary of an Honest Mom Facebook
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Dr. Betsy Grunch, a board-certified neurosurgeon, and the famous ‘Lady Spine Doc’ on social media. Together, Jacqueline shares about her recent spinal surgery and Dr. Grunch gives some helpful and informative facts about the pelvic floor and the spine during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum.

Dr. Betsy Grunch attended the University of Georgia and completed her Bachelor of Science in Biology. She then went on to the Medical College of Georgia and following that matched in Neurological Surgery at Duke University Medical Center. At Duke, she earned the synthesis spine fellowship from 2010 to 2011. And in 2013, Dr. Grunch returned to her hometown of Gainesville to join the Long Street Clinic where she still works.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Why educating yourself before delivery and throughout pregnancy are essential
  • About pelvic floor during pregnancy and labor
  • How to breastfeed and babywear safely

A glance at this episode:

  • [3:56] About Dr. Betsy Grunch and how she got into the line of work she’s in
  • [8:20] The impact of patient education
  • [13:07] Weight gain during pregnancy and it’s relation to back pain
  • [18:41] Pelvic flooring and pelvic pain
  • [23:31] Tips on how to navigate the hospital
  • [29:50] The fear of epidurals
  • [37:36] How to nurse while seated and not hurt your back
  • [40:42] Dr. Betsy Grunch’s opinion on babywearing as a spine surgeon
  • [48:19] Dr. Betsy Grunch gives her best tips for moms

Related Links:

  • Dr. Betsy Grunch’s Instagram
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Dr. Molly Hayes, an airway-centric dentist, and a mom of four. Molly has given up the practice of traditional dentistry to focus on helping children sleep, breathe, and function better with the healthy start series of appliances. Molly loves educating parents on how to make healthy habits for facial development, and making those things easy and doable for every family.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How to maintain good healthy habits and how to establish them
  • How to help your children sleep better
  • Pregnancy dental care for optimal oral health

A glance at this episode:

  • [2:16] How Molly became interested in airway dentistry
  • [7:40] The dental perspective on bottles and pacifiers
  • [10:34] How pacifiers affect teeth
  • [14:40] What causes cavities in teeth
  • [20:08] The importance of bone density
  • [23:17] Prenatal oral health and pregnancy
  • [28:28] Managing airway issues beyond infancy
  • [30:43] Common problems with sleep

Related Links:

  • Dr. Molly Hayes Website
  • Dr. Molly Hayes Instagram
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline shares the best ways to get breastfeeding help, support, and care for you and your baby. She shares her best tips for breastfeeding success and how to find the right providers.

Jacqueline dives deep into preparation for breastfeeding and how to prepare prenatally. She also shares how to get started breastfeeding and the importance of breastmilk.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Best ways you can prepare for breastfeeding
  • Tips on preparing for breastfeeding
  • How to find lactation support and what questions to ask
  • How to get started breastfeeding

A glance at this episode:

  • [2:35] Breastfeeding class and its benefits
  • [6:58] Nipple pain
  • [14:34] How to prepare for lactation support
  • [17:52] How to prepare for breastfeeding prenatally
  • [20:12] Advice for other moms who are breastfeeding
  • [26:26] Where to start with breastfeeding
  • [30:13] How to prepare for lactation
  • [33:23] The importance of breastmilk
  • [40:02] How breastfeeding can be a time saver
  • [43:27] How to get started with breastfeeding
  • [46:33] Questions to ask your healthcare providers
  • [52:21] Red flags for lactation consultants
  • [55:26] Why telehealth is so important

Related Links:

  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Dr. Tara Sullivan, a pelvic health specialist, discussing everything pelvic health-related. Tara and Jacqueline discuss a variety of topics that sometimes can be overlooked in postpartum. They clear up some common misconceptions and establish a baseline for pelvic health in general.

Dr. Tara Sullivan has specialized in Pelvic floor dysfunction, treating bowel, bladder, and sexual dysfunctions. She addresses these issues in postpartum, and how to seek a practitioner near you. Tara also gives some insight to prevent children from bedwetting, and some other great tips for pelvic health.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How to tell if you need to seek out a pelvic health specialist
  • Where to find a pelvic health specialist
  • About postpartum bowel/bladder/sexual dysfunction

A glance at this episode:

  • [8:01] Pelvic floor and pelvic health
  • [12:47] How to get help for pelvic floor dysfunction
  • [17:17] Catheter and urinary retention after surgery
  • [21:31] What hormones affect the pelvic area
  • [25:43] How to determine whether or not to use cables
  • [32:31] How to prevent bedwetting in children
  • [39:48] Misconceptions about perimenopause and life expectancy
  • [45:37] Establishing a baseline for pelvic health
  • [50:32] Where you can find a pelvic floor specialist

Related Links:

  • Dr. Tara Sullivan’s Website
  • Be a Guest on the Show
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Dr. Liz Turner as they deep dive into the world of ties, treatment, and beyond. Dr. Liz Turner is back for another episode to go even further into ties, diagnosis, and if/when to treat. Jacqueline and Dr. Turner both share their personal experiences with ties and how they navigated their journeys.

As a new mom or an experienced mom, it may be challenging to notice if and when your baby has a tie. There may be many decisions to make and you may be faced with pediatric care that doesn’t always agree. Dr. Liz Turner gives some great information on how to tell if your baby has a tie, how to get your dentist on board, and how to go about treatment. This episode gives some great in-depth information on the entire tie process.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How to diagnose ties and decide if/when to treat
  • The ins and outs of the frenectomy procedure
  • What’s changed in the last couple of years in the field
  • Common misconceptions and misinformation parents encounter along the way

A glance at this episode:

  • [4:18] How Dr. Liz deals with skepticism from patients
  • [5:20] What changes Dr. Liz Turner has been seeing in the last 5 years in preventative medicine
  • [8:43] How new mothers struggle to reach out for help
  • [11:33] How Dr. Liz decides whether or not to treat a condition and how she helps families make educated decisions
  • [15:23] Suck-swallow-breathe pattern
  • [20:09] How to choose your provider
  • [25:54] The tools and tolerability of a frenectomy surgery
  • [31:58] Common ways to release ties
  • [38:40] Homeopathic remedies and breastfeeding
  • [46:17] Common misconceptions and misinformation parents are encountering
  • [53:00] Growth and development
  • [58:05] The importance of proper feeding habits
  • [1:03:55] Mild ties vs. severe ties and how to tell the difference
  • [1:07:33] How to get your dentist on board
  • [1:12:37] The dangers of what you read on the internet

Related Links:

  • Episode 8: How Tounge Tie Impacts Breastfeeding and Beyond with Dr. Liz Turner
  • Bloom Website
  • Dr. Liz Turner Instagram
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Meagan Pa, Founder and CEO of Amphiba Baby and creator of her very own baby carrier. Together, they discuss things like how to support milk supply through babywearing, how to bottle feed in a carrier, and how to choose if babywearing is right for you.

Choosing the right carrier can get overwhelming for a new mother. Meagan walks through how to choose, when to choose, and how to use a carrier correctly. She also discusses the benefits of babywearing not only for baby but mom too.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How to choose if babywearing is right for you
  • What to do if you or your baby don’t like babywearing
  • How to nurse in a carrier and what type of carrier to use
  • How to bottle feed in a carrier and adjustments to make
  • What to look for in a good carrier

A glance at this episode:

  • [1:59] How Megan got her start in birth work
  • [5:34] How personal babywearing can be for a mother
  • [7:05] Choosing carriers for each stage of infancy
  • [9:04] Nursing in a carrier for larger-breasted women
  • [12:19] How Megan helps new moms not feel overwhelmed
  • [14:12] How to get started nursing in a carrier
  • [16:35] Contact naps and their benefit and ease in a carrier
  • [20:30] How babywearing can help with reflux
  • [22:10] Tips on bottle feeding in a carrier
  • [25:31] Positioning of the carrier while bottle feeding
  • [30:19] Babywearing through pregnancy
  • [33:54] How to babywear without back pain
  • [36:43] What to do if your baby doesn't like the carrier
  • [39:15] What to look for in your carrier
  • [43:16] Megan’s waterproof carrier
  • [47:59] Forward-facing carriers
  • [49:48] Tips for controlling body temperature while in carriers
  • [54:17] Important factors when choosing to babywear

Related Links:

  • Amphibababy Instagram
  • Amphibababy Website
  • Amphibababy Facebook
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Allie Page as they embark on a 6-day Birth of a Mother Summit. This episode is Jacqueline’s airing at the summit and it’s filled with some amazing tips and insight into motherhood from Jacqueline’s point of view.

You’ll hear about everything from how to prep your body for an easier conception and healthier pregnancy, to being challenged to think about birth from a new perspective, and tons of tips to foster a smoother postpartum period.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • The health benefits to mom and baby when breastfeeding
  • When, how, and why you should seek out an IBCLC
  • How to go about finding donor breastmilk

A glance at this episode:

  • [1:57] How Jacqueline got into birth work
  • [4:59] What is a vital sign
  • [7:23] Why most caregivers won’t know that breastfeeding is a vital sign
  • [10:57] When and why you should have an IBCLC on your team
  • [19:21] Health benefits to mom when she breastfeeds
  • [23:36] Breastfeeding benefits for baby
  • [38:22] Having formula on hand and how that can hinder your breastfeeding experience
  • [42:03] Insight and tips on finding donor breastmilk
  • [48:49] Jacqueline shares one thing she would change about her intro to motherhood
  • [51:37] One thing Jacqueline wishes new mothers could know before they become mothers
  • [54:08] One way Jacqueline would encourage spouses to connect for the transition into motherhood

Related Links:

  • Link to Summit Page
  • Summit Instagram
  • Allie's Instagram
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by fellow IBCLC, Cait Ahern. Together, they discuss topics like ties, mental health, and taking a holistic approach to breastfeeding.

Cait specializes in oral ties, pumping, older babies, and low supply. Cait is also experienced in caring for neurodivergent families and offers accommodations to ensure support for every family’s needs.

This episode gets personal with Jacqueline and Cait sharing their personal breastfeeding struggles and outcomes. They familiarize and normalize telehealth and give some great tips on having a successful online connection with your IBCLC.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How to plan a successful telehealth visit
  • Benefits and importance of making sure mom is taken care of
  • How to keep a mental balance during postpartum
  • What to do if your baby has ties

A glance at this episode:

  • [2:18] How motherhood started out for Cait
  • [6:53] Cait’s priorities with clients and how she makes sure mom is put first
  • [9:29] The importance of taking a holistic approach to breastfeeding
  • [11:57] How do you decide what to do about ties
  • [15:45] How to mentally handle ties
  • [19:34] Translating patient concerns to telehealth
  • [24:17] Jacqueline and Cait share personal nursing stories
  • [30:27] How does neurodivergence play into breastfeeding difficulties
  • [41:53] How to minimize overwhelm during the postpartum time
  • [43:35] Feedback from families Cait has worked with
  • [47:47] Collaboration and care with other providers
  • [55:36] How to plan your telehealth

Related Links:

  • Cait’s Instagram
  • Cait’s Facebook
  • Cait’s Website
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Victoria Rothbard, a CLC who faced countless challenges throughout her journey, including recurrent plugged ducts and mastitis. Victoria often received conflicting advice and quickly learned that there is a lot of misleading breastfeeding information out there. Together, Jacqueline and Victoria clear up some key pieces of information around mastitis, pumping, and clogged ducts.

Victoria decided to become a Certified Lactation Counselor to help provide parents with evidence-based support. Jacqueline and Victoria discuss the Academy of Breastfeeding Protocol and its response from other lactation consultants.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • When nipple shields should and shouldn't be used
  • How to navigate the weaning process
  • Signs and symptoms of clogged ducts and mastitis
  • What to do if you’re experiencing mastitis
  • ABM Protocols and the response

A glance at this episode:

  • [2:20] Victoria shares her pregnancy and delivery while living abroad in Turkey
  • [10:34] Why and how Victoria became a Certified Lactation Counselor
  • [13:40] How she weaned off of using a nipple shield
  • [16:14] Risks of using a nipple shield long term
  • [20:32] Signs and symptoms of plugged ducts that Victoria experienced firsthand
  • [25:18] Tips and guidance to avoid mastitis
  • [34:43] Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocol and the response to it from lactation consultants
  • [37:42] Victoria’s thoughts on the ABM Protocol response
  • [43:50] When you might need antibiotics for mastitis
  • [45:26] Victoria’s thoughts on Lecithin
  • [49:58] How Victoria navigated her fear of low milk supply
  • [55:02] What did weaning look like for Victoria

Related Links:

  • Virtual Bra Fittings
  • Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocol
  • Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocol Response
  • Victoria’s Instagram
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by team member, Gina Nigro, a bilingual IBCLC who has helped support families for over 25 years. They discuss the importance of supporting all mothers with breastfeeding choices, the cultural differences when it comes to motherhood, and how to find support within your community as a new mother.

The best IBCLCs have their own personal breastfeeding experience and understand that all babies are different. They also have the luxury of trusting the process and being able to convey the value and normalcy of small steps toward a better breastfeeding experience.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • About Gina and Jacqueline’s partnership and how Gina got started in birth work
  • Cultural differences when it comes to maternity leave and breastfeeding
  • How to build and sustain new relationships as a new mother
  • Why you should have a support team going into new motherhood

A glance at this episode:

  • [3:02] How Gina got her start with birth work
  • [5:42] Gina’s experience as a first-time mom getting support from a Le Leche League group
  • [9:36] What is the dynamic of support groups and how they work
  • [12:43] The connections we form with other mothers when we go through motherhood
  • [20:36] How do you know if you’re getting enough support
  • [25:25] How to not lose yourself when putting your baby’s needs first
  • [30:20] Working with families as an IBCLC and adapting to their lifestyle
  • [32:12] Some differences that have changed with breastfeeding in the last 25 years
  • [40:02] Where to find reliable resources as a new mom
  • [51:02] Gina shares about her time living in Spain
  • [55:56] How to build new relationships as you enter motherhood
  • [1:04:57] Maternity leave and cultural differences
  • [1:10:08] The ripple effect of breastfeeding support

Related Links:

  • Le Leche Leauge International Website
  • Gina’s Website
  • Work with Gina
  • Read the Happiness article
  • Read the Postnatal Depression article
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Allison Alexander from Skilled Lactation Solutions as they chat about treating oral ties and what that looks like. Together, they help navigate what can often be a confusing process of tongue ties and what the best path is when you think your baby has one.

They also discuss some signs and symptoms of ties, and who should be on your baby’s care team if you suspect your baby has ties. Allison gives her perspective as a lactation consultant who works with families with tied babies.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Some key things to look for if you suspect your baby has ties
  • Who you should reach out to and who should be on your care team
  • What kind of tools and procedures are available if your baby has ties
  • How ties can affect your baby and breastfeeding

A glance at this episode:

  • [5:16] Foundational things to look at while breastfeeding
  • [13:11] What to look for in an IBCLC if you suspect your baby has a tie
  • [18:43] How often to see an IBCLC
  • [28:50] Who should do the procedure and why you should find the right specialist for your child
  • [30:40] The best tools to perform tie corrections and who has them available
  • [40:30] Why ties affect breastfeeding so much

Related Links:

  • Skilled Lactation Solutions Website
  • Skilled Lactation Solutions Instagram
  • View the original IG Live
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement, or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline shares new breastfeeding updates for the new year. Similar to This Week in Breastfeeding, you’ll hear recent news articles, new laws being passed, and misleading trends on social media. Jacqueline also shares information on side effects from popular lactation medications, and what to do if you find yourself taking these medications.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • The new laws that are being passed
  • About popular lactation medications and their side effects
  • Why we need to be more cautious about what information we consume on social media

A glance at this episode:

  • [0:52] The Pump Act for nursing moms
  • [3:58] Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
  • [6:57] Domperidone and its side effects
  • [11:47] The psychological effects of Domperidone
  • [18:17] The side effects of Reglan
  • [22:44] What to do if you are taking these medications
  • [24:07] Celebrity misleading health advice

Related Links:

  • Domperidone article
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline gives some practical and achievable New Year’s resolutions for breastfeeding moms. Motherhood, breastfeeding, and the holidays can all be very overwhelming. Jacqueline helps take a step back and review priorities, self-care, and support.

Are you taking on too much? These resolutions are achievable and practical for a breastfeeding mom. Jacqueline gives tips and tricks and some great holiday advice to get you motivated for 2023.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How to prioritize the new year and set realistic resolutions
  • Some new year’s affirmations
  • Great tips on how to slow down and reflect before moving into the new year

A glance at this episode:

  • [2:26] The idea of breastfeeding and what it means to be a breastfeeding mom
  • [7:40] Affirmations and mindset
  • [10:15] Prioritizing in the new year
  • [12:35] Reflecting on the year
  • [14:40] Checking in with yourself
  • [19:20] Take a moment to slow down before the new year

Related Links:

  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline shares her tips and tricks to get through the holiday season while breastfeeding. We all know the holidays can be stressful, especially with a breastfeeding newborn. Toss into the mix the pandemic and the RSV and Flu outbreak, this can leave a mom feeling very lost.

This episode has tips and tricks that, as a busy mom, you may not think of this holiday season. Jacqueline gives good language to use to navigate social settings in terms of breastfeeding, as well as how to implement your boundaries around your newborn. She talks about why holiday food won't hurt your newborn and why you should never pump and dump.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How to know your rights when flying with breastmilk
  • How to navigate social situations during the holidays
  • Why foods and alcohol are okay during the holidays

A glance at this episode:

  • [4:08] Jacqueline shares some new product updates
  • [6:39] What is RSV and how it’s circulating
  • [10:26] Flying through the holidays and keeping your infant comfortable
  • [14:32] How to handle friends and family that wants to hold the newborn
  • [18:02] What to do if your baby goes on a nursing strike during the holidays
  • [20:48] The calming and protective elements of breastmilk
  • [22:03] Medications that are safe if you get sick while lactating
  • [26:40] Why holiday foods won’t affect your breastmilk
  • [28:52] Alcohol and breastfeeding

Related Links:

  • Episode 82 with Dr. Stukus: Food Allergies & Breastfeeding
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline chats with the owner and creator of Latched Mama, breastfeeding-accessible clothing for all sizes and shapes. Melissa shares how she got the idea to start a clothing line, how she adapts different styles, and how she accommodates 0 - 4X sizes.

Postpartum often is overlooked and under planned, leaving a new mom feeling alone and lost. Jacqueline and Melissa talk about mental health and the importance of feeling comfort in those postpartum months. Latched Mama clothes don't just make you feel warm and cozy, there’s an entire line of support behind the clothes with every single associate being a CLC.

Melissa takes us behind the business of Latched Mama clothing line, and the community she’s built for breastfeeding moms.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Why Melissa created Latched Mama clothing line
  • How Latched Mama caters to sizes 0 - 4X
  • The importance of feeling comfort through postpartum
  • The community and support that Latched Mama offers to women

A glance at this episode:

  • [1:04] Introduction to our guest and her background on how she began Latched Mama
  • [7:24] The power of clothing to support breastfeeding
  • [11:23] Types of clothes that Latched Mama carries
  • [16:20] Jacqueline’s view on how support is being underutilized
  • [19:31] How Melissa is impacting her community
  • [23:10] How Melissa designs the clothing while accommodating all sizes and shapes
  • [30:43] Melissa’s piece of advice for motherhood

Related Links:

  • Latched Mama Facebook
  • Latched Mama Instagram
  • Latched Mama Website
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment

🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us

🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us

📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline goes a bit deeper into weaning and shares some tips and tricks for night weaning. If you are one of those moms that is losing sleep because your baby or toddler is still nursing, then this episode will provide you with some realistic expectations and some starter tips on night weaning.

Weaning can be overwhelming, you shouldn’t have to be sleep deprived also. Creating a structure and a plan, and implementing that with a good support system can drastically help the quality of sleep for both you and your child.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Expectations through the first year and goals for a healthy sleep schedule
  • Why children seek that connection and stability for a nighttime routine
  • Why you should have a plan for night weaning
  • How to choose when to night wean
  • Steps to take to start implementing your plan

A glance at this episode:

  • [1:32] Some key things to address first if your child isn’t sleeping well
  • [2:45] Approximately how long your baby should be sleeping through the night the first year
  • [4:03] What exactly is ‘sleeping through the night’ and what is the goal
  • [5:26] What’s normal through the night for toddlers
  • [7:19] Why children need to be parented to sleep
  • [10:36] Getting to the root cause of why you and your baby are losing sleep
  • [13:45] Making sure you and your partner are on the same page
  • [14:53] Creating a plan for your night weaning
  • [16:09] Planning out your schedule for night weaning and how to implement it
  • [17:30] How to talk to your toddler about weaning
  • [19:36] When you should not try to night wean
  • [21:09] How to begin and what to do if your child wakes up
  • [24:32] When to lean on your support person
  • [25:53] What to do after the first few nights of implementing night weaning
  • [29:35] What a nighttime routine would look like after you’ve night weaned
  • [30:54] How to handle a relapse

Related Links:

  • Episode 17: Guide to Weaning Your Baby
  • Episode 30: The Sleep Episode! with Rachel Mitchell
  • Nursies When the Sun Shines Book
  • Milkies in the Morning Book
  • Sally Weans from Night Nursing Book
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Kelsey Baker, a Pediatric Occupational Therapist specializing in infant oral development. Jacqueline and Kelsey cover infant feeding, breastfeeding, oral ties, pacifiers and cups, and so much more.

Kelsey is a mom of 2 and uses her personal and professional experience to help families reach their feeding goals and tries to set babies up for lifelong health. This episode explores the first-year milestones from an occupational therapist’s point of view.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Kelsey’s journey, how she got started in occupational therapy, and what exactly is an OT
  • What occupational therapists look for when they assess your infant and some things to look out for in development
  • How ties affect the entire body and why you want to get them assessed.
  • Tips on teething and starting solids from an OT view
  • Which cups, pacifiers, and bottles are best and which are not recommended

A glance at this episode:

  • [1:50] Kelsey shares her journey with breastfeeding and how she got started in oral development for infants
  • [5:46] What an occupational therapist is and how they are different from physical therapists
  • [8:36] Some things that Kelsey assesses in an infant as an OT
  • [12:20] How to go about getting support if you start to notice anything off with your infant and some key things to look out for
  • [17:25] How ties affect the rest of the body
  • [20:42] What’s exactly involved in a tie
  • [23:10] Some considerations when teething and starting solids
  • [25:10] Foods that tend to be easier for toddlers
  • [28:06] How babies with ties use bottles and transition to straw cups
  • [30:20] Kelsey’s view on some not-so-favorite bottles
  • [33:22] How crawling is related to reading
  • [38:32] Parents will sometimes realize through their infant why their ailments have arisen, or why a sibling has a certain ailment
  • [39:15] Kelsey’s view on pacifiers
  • [45:34] Why do we want to transition to cup feeding as early as 6 months
  • [48:06] Why an OT doesn’t want you using sippy cups
  • [52:38] Kelsey’s advice for the first year and some tips

Related Links:

  • Kelsey’s Website
  • Kelsey’s Instagram
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us

📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Annia Palcios, a mental health therapist and coach who has transformed her therapy practice into working with mothers. Powered by her own battles with postpartum depression, Annia shares her tips and tricks to better understand your own self through motherhood. 

Jacqueline and Annia have an intimate conversation about mental health, postpartum depression, anxiety, and how to keep your identity throughout motherhood. Annia shares how to set boundaries and communicate with your family and close friends. She also highlights the importance of a community.

Annia is offering listeners $100 off a coaching package. You’ll receive five 1:1 coaching sessions you can use individually or with your partner: whether you want to help prepare for parenthood as expecting parents, or you want support in tackling issues in parenting like mom rage, overstimulation, and finding balance. Contact Annia and let her know you heard her on the podcast to apply your discount.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How to tell the difference between having the baby blues or postpartum depression
  • How to connect with your partner and close friends through motherhood
  • Why having a community is beneficial through all stages of pregnancy and motherhood
  • Tips to navigate postpartum anxiety
  • How to keep your identity throughout motherhood

A glance at this episode:

  • [3:42] Annia introduces herself and what she does
  • [5:18] Moms using social media to normalize motherhood
  • [7:00] How the pandemic has affected motherhood
  • [8:22] Annia’s view on how to keep your identity when you become a mom
  • [10:57] Jacqueline’s experience with her identity after becoming a mom
  • [12:20] How to shift from an impossible mindset to move forward
  • [15:07] The difference between baby blues, postpartum depression, and postpartum anxiety
  • [22:00] What high-functioning anxiety means
  • [23:34] How this anxiety affects others around the mom and how they can be supportive
  • [25:47] How moms can communicate their needs to their partners and family
  • [34:22] Why your relationship with your partner changes from pregnancy to motherhood
  • [37:25] Making adjustments to connect with your partner again
  • [43:59] How to navigate the changing relationships that are closest to us
  • [47:23] How important community is as a new mom

Related Links:

  • Annia’s Practice
  • Annia’s Coaching
  • Annia’s TikTok - @TightRopeTherapy
  • Annia’s Instagram - @The.Therapy.Mom
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline reviews some common reasons that keep women from breastfeeding. Moms are feeling an immense amount of pressure from society to breastfeed, but there’s a huge lack of support and knowledge around the topic. Even formula marketing pushes new moms to supplement when not needed.

Jacqueline addresses these issues head-on and provides some amazing insight on how to battle these obstacles and where to seek support.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

● How societal norms are causing more and more women to not breastfeed

● Differences between actual low milk supply and perceived low milk supply

● Why the healthcare system is failing new moms

● Why it’s so hard for working moms to keep up their supply

A glance at this episode:

● [2:47] How society norms are getting in the way of breastfeeding past one year

● [4:37] When a mom expresses difficulty with breastfeeding, she’s often pressured to give up with no regard to how she feels

● [9:03] The difference between perceived low milk supply and an actual low milk supply

● [10:16] Some reasons why a mom would think she had low milk supply

● [11:50] How perceived low milk supply can mentally ruin your supply

● [13:00] Jacqueline talks about the effects of formula marketing for breastfeeding mothers

● [16:35] Parental leave is causing women to go back to work sooner making it really hard for them to manage a good pumping schedule and supply

● [20:07] There are numerous obstacles in and around the healthcare system that make it almost impossible for a new mother to meet her breastfeeding goals

● [27:47] Jacqueline’s advice and words of encouragement

Related Links:

  • Episode 80: Mom Journey: Navigating New Motherhood with Sarah Hollingsworth
  • Episode 78: Low Milk Supply: True or False?
  • Episode 50: Baby Formula, Is It Bad?
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement, or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline shares some of the latest breastfeeding news articles. She breaks them down to relay the information and facts and then she shares her perspective about each article. These articles address things like mental health, anxiety around breastfeeding, inducing lactation, and Kylie Jenner’s lactation mishap. 

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • Some of the latest breastfeeding articles that are circling the web
  • What avenues you have as a breastfeeding mother for support in your journey
  • Why more moms are turning to breastfeeding

A glance at this episode:

  • [2:56] That the newest Holistic Lactation supplement has launched and is ready for purchase
  • [4:03] Jacqueline discusses a recent hot topic about transgender people lactating
  • [9:40] Kylie Jenner has a lactation mishap and Jacqueline covers the story
  • [12:25] Jacqueline addresses the formula vs. breastfeeding war and shares an article about taking the pressure off while feeding your baby
  • [18:22] Jacqueline shares a study of mental health benefits of breastfeeding
  • [24:42] Jacqueline debunks a North Carolina news article claiming that moms are more ‘anxious’ about breastfeeding

Related Links:

  • Transgender Lactation Article
  • Kylie Jenner’s Lactating Mishap
  • North Carolina Article
  • Mental Health Benefits of Breastfeeding Article
  • Parents Feel Pressure Article
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Discount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 🤱If you are experiencing clogged ducts, engorgement or mastitis, check out our Lactation Flow Formula supplement or consider booking a General Breastfeeding Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In this episode, Jacqueline addresses the nuances of pumping and shares some of her best tips for a successful pumping journey. Through Jacqueline’s experience and collaboration with other IBCLCs, she brings you the facts and knowledge of just how challenging pumping can be, and how to have a successful pumping experience.

Jacqueline shares these tips with you to empower you, encourage you, and let you know that you’re doing the best you can.

If you’ve been struggling on your pumping journey this episode will provide some amazing tips and tricks to stay motivated while pumping, along with some suggestions on how to find the best pumping supplies.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

  • How mindset can affect your milk supply & keeping a positive perspective
  • Why having the correct flange size is crucial to your pumping journey, and how to properly fit for your sizing
  • How to choose a breast pump that is right for you
  • Pumping supplies that Jacqueline recommends
  • Jacqueline’s best tips for a successful pumping journey

A glance at this episode:

  • [3:59] Mindset around pumping and why you should create a pumping plan
  • [6:41] Jacqueline describes silicone breast pumps and how they differ from a regular breast pump
  • [9:14] Why some might experience better results with a manual breast pump
  • [11:04] Different types of electric breast pumps and how to determine what’s best for you
  • [12:06] Why it is important that you get the correct flange size and how to find your size
  • [20:33] Jacqueline shares tips on how to stay motivated while pumping
  • [23:30] Jacqueline’s recommendations on what to buy for optimal pumping success
  • [25:54] Why lactation needs to be addressed when pumping
  • [27:18] What triple feeding is and when to stop
  • [29:05] Special features on pumps that you probably don’t need
  • [33:15] How to get the most out of what your insurance provides
  • [40:15] Jacqueline shares a quick story of how flange size can affect your milk output

Related Links:

  • Pumpables Discount: 10% Off with Coupon Code SHOP10-HLACTATION
  • Pumpables Instagram
  • Jacqueline’s ‘4 Easy Steps to Using the Haakaa Pump’ Video
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • Book an Appointment
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline is joined by Dr. David Stukus to talk about common misconceptions when it comes to infants and allergies. Dr. Stukus is a Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy/Immunology at Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine. He is a member of the Board of Regents for the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the Social Media Editor and host of the podcast series for the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, and is one of twelve invited members for the Joint Task Force for Practice Parameters for Allergy/Immunology.

This episode covers everything from baby acne, eczema and rashes, to colic, reflux and poop issues. Dr. Dave Stukus discusses where peanut allergies, food allergies and food intolerances stem from and how to prevent them. He also talks about celiac disease, introducing solid foods, lactose intolerance and cow's milk protein issues.

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [3:44] Dr. Dave Stukus shares his background
  • [6:50] Myths and misconceptions with allergies and breastfeeding
  • [10:34] Infant maturation and development of the immune system
  • [13:11] What’s really the cause behind baby acne
  • [15:46] What’s going on in baby’s digestive system in the first few days of life
  • [19:52] Dr. Dave Stukus reviews the variations of stools in infants
  • [23:34] Misconceptions around intolerance vs. tolerance
  • [28:49] Ideal timing for introducing solid foods when talking about the infant digestive system and allergies
  • [34:10] Common misconceptions and what causes eczema
  • [38:29] What kind of testing is available for infants for allergies
  • [44:40] Treatments available for eczema and why moms are hesitant to use steroid cream on their infant
  • [48:09] Dr. Dave Stukus talks on gluten and celiac disease
  • [53:42] How an infant is affected if mom has a food allergy
  • [55:52] Dr. Stukus’s view of reflux and how it pertains to allergies
  • [59:13] How to find a board certified allergist in your area
  • [1:00:46] Specialty formula and when it should be used

Related Links:

  • Dr. Dave Stukus Twitter
  • Dr. Dave Stukus Contact Info
  • Dr. Dave Stukus Instagram
  • Bamba Peanut Puffs
  • Nationwide Children’s Blog
  • American College of Allergy Asthma & Immunology Online Search Engine
  • American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology Online Search Engine
  • Episode 72: Breastfeeding Advice from a Pediatrician with Dr. Rebekah Diamond
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • 🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or consider booking a Low Milk Supply Consultation or Pumping Consultation with us
  • 📚 Looking for more trusted knowledge and a deep dive on how to know what’s what with breastfeeding and how to overcome problems? Check out our support community The Nurture Collective®

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline is joined by Stephanie King. Stephanie is passionate about empowering women through knowledge to trust in their bodies and the process of birth. Stephanie is a mom of 3 all born very differently, plus a bonus girl. She's a professional childbirth educator, doula, and host of the Pregnancy and Birth Made Easy podcast and creator of the online course My Essential Birth.

Stephanie shares how her personal experiences paved her path into birth work and how she supports women today. She shares about her birth course, what informed consent looks like, and a sneak peek into her postpartum course. Stephanie reveals all 3 of her births and how they are significantly different, but all led her to the path she’s on now. She talks about having a supportive community, how to choose one, where to find one, and much much more.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • Stephanie’s births and how she got started in birth work
  • From your birth plan to postpartum and breastfeeding
  • Informed consent
  • How Stephanie works with her clients and how you can find her
  • Finding an intentional community

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [2:27] How Stephanie got started in birth work
  • [7:03] Why people seek out Stephanie and where one would get started
  • [11:17] How planning your birth impacts postpartum and breastfeeding
  • [21:33] What is informed consent
  • [30:22] How Stephanie works postpartum and breastfeeding with her clients
  • [43:25] Finding an intentional supporting community and having a support system of like-minded people who have been through similar situations

Related Links:

  • Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast
  • My Essential Birth Course
  • My Essential Birth Website
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline is joined by Sarah Hollingsworth, Founder & CEO of Poppylist. After a difficult return to the workforce from maternity leave, Sarah decided to step away from her career to focus on family, and health, and to pursue a new entrepreneurial journey. In July of 2019, Sarah launched Poppylist, a simplified baby registry platform that helps parents be who they want to be, starting with the right products for their growing family. Sarah resides in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Scott, and two daughters, Amelia and Zoey.

Sarah has a very relatable story about becoming a new mom, dealing with breastfeeding and mental health issues. She says what we know a lot of moms are feeling on a daily basis, and Jacqueline validates all of these feelings and thoughts. Being a mom is hard work, but listening to Sarah’s story just may leave you feeling like you’re not really alone.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • Sarah’s birth stories
  • Breastfeeding both of her children in very different ways
  • What Sarah wishes she knew for her first birth
  • Mental health and how Sarah balances and copes
  • Pumping, nursing, and weaning

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [3:02] Sarah’s journey to motherhood
  • [4:51] Ameila’s birth story
  • [7:33] Sarah looks back on what she wishes she would have known during her first labor
  • [10:52] Sarah’s breastfeeding journey with Amelia
  • [18:30] How Sarah handled pumping for Amelia when it was time to go back to work
  • [26:10] What Sarah did differently in her breastfeeding journey with Zoey
  • [38:28] Weaning Zoey and how Sarah dealt with the emotions
  • [51:13] What Populist is and how it’s beneficial to moms

Related Links:

  • Poppylist Homepage
  • Start Your Poppylist Baby Registry
  • Poppylist Instagram
  • Poppylist Twitter
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline is joined by Alyssa Messick. A mom of two on her journey of integrating cleft with breastfeeding. Alyssa shares her story about trying to feed her newborn babies while being a new mom and trying to keep her mental health stable.

This is a great episode for any mama with a cleft baby, or expecting a cleft baby. This is definitely a unique challenge and a lot of women wonder how they can combine that journey with breastfeeding. This is also an amazing story of perseverance, and one determined mama.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • Types of clefts that Alyssa’s children were diagnosed with
  • How Alyssa mentally dealt with the diagnoses
  • Both of Alyssa’s birth stories and beyond
  • Pumping for her first child
  • Breastfeeding her second child
  • How Alyssa supports women today

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [1:16] Alyssa shares how she found out her children were cleft and how she dealt with the diagnosis
  • [4:23] Types of clefts that Alyssa’s kids were diagnosed with
  • [5:15] Alyssa’s birth plan with her 2nd son after knowing the diagnosis, and during the first month of feeding
  • [12:29] Alyssa talks about her support system
  • [14:03] Alyssa’s son is readmitted to the hospital for the second time
  • [21:56] How Alyssa balances work amongst the hospital stays and surgeries
  • [23:50] Transitioning from the hospital back home
  • [27:27] Alyssa shares her second experience with her next baby also being diagnosed with cleft
  • [34:34[ Alyssa’s breastfeeding journey with her second
  • [38:04] Breastfeeding after the newborn stage
  • [39:30] How Alyssa is supporting other cleft moms
  • [43:02] How Alyssa weaned her son and when

Related Links:

  • Alyssa’s Instagram
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline talks about a common and frustrating problem that alot of moms have, perceived low milk supply. Many moms will claim to have a low milk supply, but actually they are just fine and aren’t educated on what breastfeeding looks like.

This episode clears it all up for you whether you’re a new mom, a seasoned mom, or just new to breastfeeding. Jacqueline will visit the top reasons that moms think they have a low milk supply, and what an actual low milk supply would look like. She shares breastfeeding resources, and gives tips on when to seek professional help.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • How online ‘coaches’ are popping up more on social media and the safety concern for your babies medical wellbeing
  • All about the letdown
  • Knowing how to read your baby’s hunger cues and when to work with a professional
  • Why moms think they have a low milk supply and what a low milk supply actually would look like
  • Milk transfer vs. milk production
  • Problems and myths around perceived low milk supply

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [7:06] The difference between coaches and medical providers.
  • [8:13] The rumor behind not having a letdown when nursing and how this is highly inaccurate
  • [13:51] The most common reason moms think they have a low milk supply
  • [21:40] Working with a professional to identify why your baby is crying
  • [25:22] The best ways we have for breastfeeding success
  • [28:31] Milk transfer vs. milk production
  • [34:39] Problems that arise from perceived low milk supply
  • [38:36] Perceived low milk supply with pumping
  • [47:20] Myths around low milk supply

Related Links:

  • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4508856/
  • https://internationalbreastfeedingjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13006-020-00310-y
  • https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/mcn.13255
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline combines her clinical expertise with her personal experience to bring you her top tools for breastfeeding. She’ll clear up some myths about these common breastfeeding tools, as well as teach you how to use them properly. She also goes through some popular brands and compares them for you.

If you are a new mom, or an expecting mom and you’re wondering what tools you need in your bag, this is definitely an episode for you. Even if you’re an experienced breastfeeding mom, this episode is so helpful to help clear up some myths and how these very common tools are intended to be used.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • World breastfeeding week and why it’s so important in today’s culture
  • Manual pumps vs. haakas
  • Brands of electric pumps on the market today
  • Why some electric pumps can be detrimental to your milk supply
  • How pumping bras significantly help pumping moms
  • The best nursing pillow if you’re having trouble with latching and positioning
  • What carriers you should use at what stage of infancy

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [1:44] World Breastfeeding Week and its origin
  • [6:29] Why you should always have a manual pump on hand
  • [15:13] Brands of electric pumps on the market right now
  • [21:48] Flange size and why it matters
  • [25:40] Pumping bras and why they’re a must-have for any pumping mom
  • [27:45] Nursing pillow myths and how most are being used incorrectly
  • [32:14] Reusable nursing pads vs. disposable nursing pads
  • [34:14] The benefit of using carriers and what kinds to use when

Related Links:

  • Find out more about World Breastfeeding Week
  • Revisit Chiropractic for Babies & Breastfeeding with Dr. Martin Rosen Episode
  • Revisit Babywearing with Karla Castro Episode
  • Kindred Bravely Pumping Bra 20% off using code JacquelineK20
  • Pumpables 10% off with coupon code SHOP10-HLACTATION
  • Haakka
  • Blessed Nest Nursing Pillow
  • Spectra Pump S1
  • Spectra Pump S2
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline talks about a rare topic that isn’t talked about enough. D-MER affects only 9% of breastfeeding moms, although most think they have it. D-MER can be confusing, and isolating. It can be hard to cope with especially if you have past trauma triggering it.

Although D-MER isn’t common, Jacqueline clears up the space between questioning and knowing whether you are experiencing D-MER. She provides resources if you are experiencing severe symptoms or are unable to cope.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • What D-MER is and when it affects you
  • The hormones behind D-MER
  • How to cope and when to seek treatment

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [2:35] What is D-MER
  • [11:04] Hormones involved in the lactation process
  • [13:50] How to cope with D-MER
  • [15:30] When and how to seek help if you are experiencing severe D-MER
  • [18:41] What to do if a traumatic response is triggering D-MER-like symptoms
  • [23:09] Does D-MER affect your baby

Related Links:

  • D-MER Website
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline addresses the top five breastfeeding myths that need to stop once and for all. These myths are blasted all over social media with incorrect information for new moms to consume unknowingly.

Jacqueline gets in-depth with each myth and shares facts and scientific studies on why these myths are incorrect and just plain wrong.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • Pain during breastfeeding
  • Physical changes to your breasts
  • Galactagogues and herbs during breastfeeding
  • Nursing your baby to sleep and attachment parenting
  • Breastfeeding after your child gets teeth

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [4:38] Why breastfeeding would be painful and what to do about it if you are experiencing pain
  • [10:28 What really causes physical changes to your breasts
  • [14:59] Jacqueline covers the ins and outs of galactagogues and herbs
  • [20:48] Nursing your baby to sleep, why it’s normal
  • [26:17] Why breastfeeding after your child gets teeth is completely normal

Related Links:

  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline has a very special guest to share her breastfeeding journey. Jennifer Shafer is actually our podcast manager but has such an amazing story that we had to pull her from behind the scenes.

Jennifer is a mom of two boys and she’s been on her breastfeeding journey for almost 6 years now. She’s gone from figuring out everything as a first-time mom with no help, to donating 5000 ounces after losing her 3rd child. She’s tandem nursed, nursed through pregnancies, dry nursed, and experienced clogged ducts.

If you are in need of breastmilk or would like to donate, you can search Human Milk 4 Human Babies (your area) on Facebook.

*This episode does reference the loss of a newborn so please be advised when listening.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • Breastfeeding as a first-time mom after an unplanned c-section
  • Battling clogged ducts and lip ties
  • Tandem nursing after nursing through a pregnancy
  • Donating and pumping breastmilk
  • Weaning at 4 and a half
  • Losing a child and continuing to breastfeed after that loss

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [2:59] Jennifer seeks lactation help after her unplanned c-section but receives no in-person help
  • [9:58] Being pregnant, her son continues to nurse through pregnancy and even dry nursed when she dried up
  • [11:06] Jennifer’s 2nd birth, a water birth at home
  • [15:00] Now tandem nursing, Jennifer is really noticing the bond between her kids
  • [20:28] Jennifer finds out she’s pregnant again and her oldest decides to self wean
  • [30:53] How she found comfort in nursing her middle child after the loss of her newborn
  • [37:24] How Jennifer coped and is grieving after her loss and ending her breastfeeding journey

Related Links:

  • Human Milk 4 Human Babies
  • Jennifer’s Facebook
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline discusses the latest policy statement put out by the AAP. She’ll clear up some of the common myths and misconceptions about the statement, as well as give her unbiased interpretation of the policy update.

This statement has been widely misinterpreted by social media since its release, but Jacqueline clears all of that up in this episode. This episode contains factual, scientific information.

The AAP describes itself as "We're 67​,000 pediatricians committed to the optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults."

In today's show, we discuss:

  • Common myths and misconceptions about the AAP statement
  • What exactly the AAP is trying to accomplish with the statement
  • Jacqueline’s unbiased interpretation of the policy statement

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [1:20] What is the AAP?
  • [3:16] The statement released by the AAP on June 27, 2022
  • [7:37] How public figures are misinterpreting this information
  • [12:51] Why mental health was left out of the statement
  • [20:00] Jacqueline breaks down what the AAP is trying to accomplish with the statement
  • [24:53] Jacqueline’s view on the statement

Related Links:

  • AAP Technical Report
  • AAP Policy Statement June 27, 2022
  • AAP Press Release
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline chats with Pediatrician, Dr. Rebekah Diamond about all things breastfeeding, motherhood, and babies.

This episode is a meeting of two very different types of baby experts. Jacqueline and Dr. Rebekah Diamond are in two different professions that often have different approaches, philosophies, and even different pediatric politics. This is a conversation that bridges the gap between IBCLC and a Pediatrician.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • Some of the biggest breastfeeding struggles moms are experiencing
  • Myths and common misconceptions about tongue ties
  • Why pediatricians and IBCLCs should be working together and not against each other

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [2:14] How Dr. Rebekah Diamond became a pediatrician and why she got into this work
  • [14:23] Some of the biggest barriers to breastfeeding success from a pediatric point of view
  • [32:55] What Dr. Rebekah Diamond sees with tongue ties, and her thoughts on them
  • [47:09]What’s in Dr. Rebekah Diamond’s upcoming book, what she’s advocating for and what she hopes her book will accomplish

Related Links:

  • Parent Like a Pediatrician Book
  • Dr. Rebekah Diamond’s Website
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline chats with Dr. Martin Rosen, a chiropractic educator working side by side with not only his wife but 3 generations of family. With over 80 years of combined experience, together, they run Peak Potential Institute, offering premier educational programs for healthcare professionals.

Jacqueline and Dr. Rosen talk about why an infant would need to see a chiropractor, the signs to look for, and how to seek proper care with the correct professional. They address common issues that could cause breastfeeding stress and steps to take to relieve those issues. Dr. Martin Rosen also shares his perspective of common issues from a professional clinical standpoint.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • How to spot signs that your child might need to see a chiropractor, why you shouldn’t ignore them, and how to seek proper care
  • Dr. Martin Rosen’s point of view on breastfeeding issues from a professional view
  • Common misconceptions about chiropractors and how to find a good fit with a professional
  • Where to seek professional care and some directories to use in your area
  • Dr. Martin Rosen’s book and educational courses

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [4:00] Dr. Martin Rosen introduces himself and gives a little background
  • [7:33] How Dr. Rosen got into pediatric chiropractic care and where he sought his education
  • [12:10] Some common reasons that an infant would need to see a chiropractor and signs to look for
  • [18:50] Why you shouldn’t ignore signs that your infant needs to be seen by a chiropractor
  • [23:48] Why you may not notice your infants cranium changing over time and becoming flatter or distorted
  • [33:38] Dr. Rosen shares why he and his wife wrote the book ‘It’s All in the Head’
  • [39:57] What Dr. Rosen is seeing in terms of tongue ties from a chiropractic view
  • [47:29] Some common things that Dr. Rosen is seeing that are causing breastfeeding-related issues
  • [59:18] Dr. Rosen explains how to find a good pediatric chiropractor and how to know if they are the right fit for your infant

Related Links:

  • Dr. Martin Rosen’s Office Website
  • Dr. Martin Rosen’s Website
  • Dr. Martin Rosen’s Professional Training Website
  • It’s All in the Head Book
  • Dr. Martin Rosen’s Email
  • Referral List
  • Find a Doc Directory for Pediatric Chiropractors
  • Find a Chiropractor Directory
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline talks about thrush, a topic that comes up for a lot of breastfeeding moms. She’ll be discussing what thrush is, busting some myths, and giving you some basic knowledge about thrush.

If you’ve ever experienced breastfeeding pain and questioned what was the source, then this episode might help clear up some questions you have around thrush and nipple pain. There are so many common misconceptions and myths around this topic, it’s important to educate yourself so that when you or your baby experience signs of thrush, you know how to seek proper treatment.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • How to tell if your baby has thrush
  • Common misconceptions around thrush
  • Signs of thrush and what thrush pain feels like
  • What to do if you are experiencing symptoms and how to treat

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [4:41] The two possibilities when you think your baby has thrush and how to tell the difference
  • [6:10] Why babies are being misdiagnosed by a pediatrician
  • [7:00] Common signs of thrush
  • [9:16] Thrush pain and how to tell if your baby has thrush
  • [11:30] Common myths about thrush
  • [13:24] Jacqueline talks about perceived thrush
  • [16:22] The dangers of self-diagnosing and self-treating thrush
  • [18:11] What to do if you are experiencing actual thrush
  • [20:54] Nipple pain when it’s not thrush

Related Links:

  • Not Thrush: https://www.instagram.com/p/CSZqHbWFAt-/
  • Thrush or Not: https://www.instagram.com/p/CO3q9G2g8vD/
  • Prop 65 Warning for Gentian Violet
  • To Book an Appointment
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline shares why she decided to launch and create a physical product. She reveals what makes her products unique, why her brand is different, why she chose the ingredients, and how she navigated this process.

Owning a company that creates its own product is not for everybody, but Jacqueline shares why she stuck with it and some of her trials and tribulations. She talks about her battle with imposter syndrome, limiting beliefs, and learning how to navigate large retailers like Amazon and Walmart.

In today's show, we discuss:

  • What drove Jacqueline to want to launch and create a physical product
  • What trials and tribulations she faced while creating her products
  • Why her brand is different
  • What makes her products unique
  • Why she chose the ingredients she chose
  • How Jacqueline navigated the entire process

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [3:39] Jacqueline decides to start expanding her team to help fulfill the needs of her clients while balancing her personal life
  • [5:30] She starts researching botanicals and herbs from multiple cultures
  • [6:55] Through this combination of learning herbs and knowing her patients, Jacqueline feels confident to create a product for her clients
  • [13:29] Clients begin to express interest in Jacqueline creating a supplement, but she faces many limiting beliefs
  • [15:40] Jacqueline starts networking and looking for manufacturers
  • [21:43] When her first product launches, Jacqueline learns about returns and customer reviews
  • [36:49] What’s in the Advanced Lactation Formula?

Related Links:

  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply | Use Discount Code: PODCAST15 for 15% off your order.

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In today’s episode, Jacqueline reveals some of the biggest mistakes she made while breastfeeding and how she overcame them.

From not recognizing signs of ties to being influenced by the internet, Jacqueline pushed through multiple obstacles that make up her breastfeeding journey. She didn’t wean her son during pregnancy but felt guilty for weaning her daughter too soon, Jacqueline realized that every baby is different and every nursing journey doesn’t have to be identical.

In the end, are these really ‘mistakes’ or are these just ‘lessons’ that every mom goes through?

In today's show we discuss:

  • How a lack of knowledge and incorrect information can alter your breastfeeding journey, and where to seek proper support
  • Mom brain and denial are a real thing and should not be ignored
  • The importance of setting boundaries in your nursing journey and self-care
  • Knowing when to wean and when to pump and how to go about it

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [1:11] Jacqueline recaps the previous two episodes and shares about The Nurture Collective
  • [4:59] She finds herself in immense nipple pain at the beginning of her journey
  • [5:54] Her midwife puts her in touch with a lactation consultant, but she’s not very responsive or supportive
  • [7:18] Jacqueline’s first biggest mistake was not reaching out for more support
  • [8:20] Another mistake she made was thinking that she was the problem when her son wasn’t a good sleeper
  • [9:02] After being influenced by an article on the internet, Jacqueline thinks she has an oversupply when really her son had a tongue tie
  • [12:08] The next biggest mistake for Jacqueline was not weaning her son when she should have and experiencing nursing aversion
  • [15:48] Getting into her daughter’s story and some mistakes she made, starting with wanting to accept that her daughter had multiple ties
  • [20:20] A major mistake that Jacqueline had to face was not pumping when she knew her daughter wasn’t getting enough because she was in denial
  • [24:49] When he daughter can’t sleep without nursing, Jacqueline decides to wean her instead of setting boundaries in place

Related Links:

  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, we continue Prince and Heidi’s parent journey with their daughter, Ruby while living in Africa. We come to the resolution of their breastfeeding journey and how they finally got help and sought the answers they needed.

Jacqueline discusses the dynamic between Prince & Heidi, their marriage, and their journey as co-parents going through this entire process together. Prince tells his perspective on the entire process and balancing breastfeeding and formula. The couple also looks back on the entire process.

In today's show we discuss:

  • Researching options for surgery and recovery therapy
  • Coming to terms with what needs to be done for Ruby
  • Moving through Ruby’s surgery and post-op
  • Therapy, stretches, and recovery
  • How Ruby is doing today and looking back on their experience
  • Moving through balancing formula and breastfeeding

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [2:09] Heidi and Prince realize they need to start researching other options
  • [3:40] The couple is introduced to Dr. Michelle Long in Cape town who provides a glimmer of hope for Ruby’s journey
  • [6:28] They agree to move forward with Ruby’s surgery
  • [8:19] Ruby’s surgery was complete and now she is on the road to recovery
  • [10:22] Sutures and post-op recovery
  • [12:36] They start to see and witness bigger shifts for Ruby since having the surgery
  • [15:22] Where they’re at today and how Ruby is doing
  • [22:26] How they balanced breastfeeding and formula
  • [30:07] Last words of encouragement for anyone going through anything similar

Related Links:

  • Angela Buck | Craniosacral Fascial Therapist | happymomhappybaby@gmail.com | 084 981 0232
  • Michelle Long | ENT in Cape Town | +27 21 5314282 | entlong.co.za
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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In today’s episode, we talk about Prince and Heidi’s parent journey with their daughter, Ruby while living in Africa. Prince and Heidi share their adventures of breastfeeding and what it’s like to deliver a baby in a third-world country during a pandemic.

This is a story of tongue and lip ties, an incredible marriage, and perseverance. Stay tuned for part two to finish out their story, see what ended up happening to Ruby, and how things are today.

In today's show we discuss:

  • A c-section and a NICU stay during a pandemic in a developing country
  • Overcoming exhaustion with a colicky baby
  • Pumping and breastfeeding with limited access to supplies
  • A father’s role and bond with his baby

A Glance at This Episode:

  • [2:34] Prince & Heidi’s introduction
  • [7:46] Ruby’s c-section at 35 weeks gestation
  • [10:50] How they got a pump and what was available to them
  • [13:17] Bringing Ruby home and beginning their breastfeeding journey
  • [17:15] Working with Jacqueline and how they virtually diagnosed Ruby’s ties
  • [21:44] Heidi and Prince take Ruby to see a pediatrician for her ties but get passed around to various surgeons and doctors with crazy diagnosis
  • [27:01] How Heidi is pumping and breastfeeding in the midst of their pediatric runaround
  • [33:51] They used an acid reflux medication and how that helped Ruby
  • [35:18] Prince’s bond as a father with his daughters and how important that fraternal, masculine energy is.
  • [39:46] Ruby’s symptoms and their transition to drying up breast milk and switching to formula
  • [43:30] Heidi and Prince realize they need to start researching other options

Related Links:

  • Angela Buck | Craniosacral Fascial Therapist | happymomhappybaby@gmail.com | 084 981 0232
  • Michelle Long | ENT in Cape Town | +27 21 5314282 | entlong.co.za
  • Holistic Lactation Website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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We’re back! Today we’re talking about what options you have before treating your baby’s oral ties (such as lip tie, tongue tie, and buccal ties). If you’ve been looking for answers about what to do if you know or suspect your baby has any oral ties, this episode is for you!

Jacqueline covers all things tie-related, as well as when and how to seek a proper functional diagnosis. You’ll learn about what’s involved in treating ties, suck training, nipple shields and what proper aftercare should look like. You’ll also hear why it’s best not to rush into getting the ties released right away.

Maybe you’re thinking your baby has ties, but you don’t know where to get help. Jacqueline discusses the importance of getting the proper medical team together, and knowing who to hire, the harm of trying to diagnose on your own, and what proper aftercare should look like.

In today's show we discuss:

  • Who to see when you think your baby’s might have oral ties
  • Understanding whether your baby has ties and if they are worth being treated
  • What proper aftercare looks like
  • Things to do before & after the procedure to ensure success
  • What to do when breastfeeding is painful
  • What to expect if you’ve gotten your baby’s ties released but not seen an IBCLC
  • Why it’s essential to have a lactation consultant to walk you through the process

Related Links:

  • IBCLC Masterclass Directory
  • Jacqueline talks about the difference between an IBCLC & other lactation supporters in Episode 32: Alphabet Soup in Lactation Land: How to Find the Help You Need
  • Episode where Jacqueline talks about nursing her second baby and hiring help: Episode 24: My Hardest Breastfeeding Experience
  • Holistic Lactation website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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Today's episode is fresh off the mic, covering the latest presentation and report from the World Health Organization on the $55 billion a year formula industry. The marketing practices of formula companies are exploitative, do not provide informed choice, and prey on the vulnerabilities of new mothers. To be clear, we are discussing the marketing of formula--not the product itself.

In this episode you'll hear:

  • How formula companies market their products (it's not always obvious)
  • Why formula marketing is a problem
  • The real world impact of overuse of formula
  • Ways we can work to change the problems with formula marketing

Related links:

  • The WHO report on the $55 billion formula marketing industry
  • Sign the pledge to #EndExploitativeMarketing
  • The International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes
  • The WHO guidelines for safe formula preparation

LINKS:

  • Holistic Lactation website
  • Follow on Instagram
  • The Nurture Collective
  • Our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement for naturally increasing & sustaining milk supply

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Dr. Leslie Southard  is the  owner of The Lactation Pharmacist and is here to share her incredible expertise with us about what types of medications & supplements can transfer into breastmilk & how it happens. We are debunking ALL the myths today, so pay close attention! She also shares her harrowing journey of nursing her daughter through chemotherapy.

LINKS:

  • Dr. Southard's website: http://www.drlesliesouthard.com
  • Leslie on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/drlesliesouthard
  • LactMed Databse: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
  • e-Lactancia: https://e-lactancia.org
  • Botanical Handbook: https://amzn.to/34qd2BY

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In the first episode of 2022, Jacqueline is giving a brief update on the latest breastfeeding research and guidance for COVID-19 and breastfeeding.

Stay tuned for some incredible episodes & interviews planned for this year! Make sure to subscribe wherever you choose to listen to podcasts.

LINKS:

  • Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine COVID-19 resources: https://www.bfmed.org/covid-19-resource-page
  • Lower risk of cardiovascular disease for breastfeeding mothers: https://www.ajc.com/pulse/study-shows-breastfeeding-linked-to-lower-heart-disease-stroke-risk/CGPOEFER6FASHJCAUFWT3KREBA/
  • COVID-19 hospital policies affecting breastfeeding rates: https://www.dovepress.com/does-covid-19-policy-affect-initiation-and-duration-of-exclusive-breas-peer-reviewed-fulltext-article-RMHP
  • New law against photographing breastfeeding mothers in UK: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-essex-59982568https://www.ohmymag.co.uk/health/covid-breastfeeding-mums-milk-turns-green-after-testing-positive_art10492.html
  • Green milk during active COVID-19 infection: https://www.ohmymag.co.uk/health/covid-breastfeeding-mums-milk-turns-green-after-testing-positive_art10492.html
  • One mom's personal breastfeeding struggle: https://www.mamamia.com.au/breastfeeding-struggle/
  • Antibodies in milk from COVID-19 vaccination: https://www.biotechniques.com/immunology/benefit-of-breastmilk-covid-19-antibodies-pass-from-vaccinated-mothers-to-infants/
  • Department of Labor & Labcorp breastfeeding break protection: https://www.hrdive.com/news/labcorp-revises-lactation-policy-following-dol-investigation/616955/
  • Debi Yadegari podcast interview about working & pumping: https://www.holisticlactation.com/blog/25
  • Karlee Vincent podcast interview about working and pumping: https://www.holisticlactation.com/blog/59

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In today's episode we have Lindsay Castiglione sharing her incredible perspective & knowledge with us about breastfeeding multiples. Although there has been great growth toward society supporting & normalizing breastfeeding, there is still a huge need for resources in the multiples community.

There are a few areas of early lactation that are vital to success with multiples, but these areas are not often covered in-depth during traditional prenatal breastfeeding classes. We discuss how so many multiples born preterm or premature, so we need a solid focus on bringing in a milk supply even if our babies are not strong, effective nursers. Often this means completely bringing in a supply with a hospital grade pump, or if babies are older, letting them practice but immediately following with a short pumping session to stimulate supply.

We talk about preterm babies (with 50% of twins born between 35-37w, triplets and even earlier) and the common issues like low blood sugar, jaundice, and constant fatigue common with this early birth. When not talked about enough prenatally, and when experienced immediately postpartum, these situations can feel like an enormous crisis. Instead, we can understand the causes, and be armed with a plan of how to manage without compromising supply in those early days.

Lindsay also shares her fascinating story as a mom of 2 sets of twins. Through a lot of trials and tribulations she was able to breastfeed both sets! Lindsay now runs the Full Hearts Collaborative, teaching classes to parents expecting multiples, combined with her private practice specializing in NICU, Exclusive Pumping, and Multiples lactation care.

LINKS:

  • Mothering Multiples book
  • Facebook group for the Mothering Multiples book: https://www.facebook.com/groups/motheringmultiplestoo
  • Full Hearts Collaborative website: https://www.fullheartscollaborative.com
  • Full Hearts Collaborative on Instagram
  • Full Hearts Collaborative on Facebook

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Today we're talking to Alison Boden about all things postpartum nutrition. What can you eat?? What should you avoid?? There are SO many misconceptions about diet in the postpartum period, and especially lactation. We usually hear a lot about diet during pregnancy, but there's more to postpartum nutrition than weight loss and food intolerances.

Pregnancy, birth, and lactation can deplete us of nutrients, so it's our jobs to re-nourish ourselves to replace what's been lost. Nutrient deficiencies can lead to hormone changes and mood disorders. But a lot of other things go under the radar like night sweats, inability to handle stress, and much much more!

Alison Boden is a registered dietitian specializing in women's health. She is the founder of Motherwell Nutrition (formerly Nourishing Radiance)--where she helps moms replenish their bodies, balance hormones and feel good again after kids. Also a mom to two young boys, she knows that feeding yourself well can be difficult after becoming a mother and offers techniques and strategies that work in the real world.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • Keto diet
  • Weight loss
  • Mom brain
  • Hair loss
  • Labs that should get checked for a nutrient panel
    • Full iron panel—ferritin
    • Zinc
    • Omega 3
    • Thyroid
  • Pregnancy spacing
  • Dairy & gluten

LINKS:

  • Alison's website: https://www.nourishingradiance.com & https://www.motherwellnutrition.com
  • Mother Recover: https://www.mother-recover.com
  • Alison on IG: @Be.Motherwell
  • Free guide for postpartum supplements: https://mother.nourishingradiance.com/new-mom-supplements
  • Related podcast episodes:
    • https://www.holisticlactation.com/blog/15
    • https://www.holisticlactation.com/blog/9
    • https://www.holisticlactation.com/blog/5

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Today we are joined by Karlee Vincent, founder of the Traveling Milk Truck. Karlee is a millennial mom who has co-managed technology company events for 100,000 attendees, while struggling to breastfeed in airplanes and hotels on the road. Her persistence led to new policies, including breast milk shipments sent across country to a mom’s home at company expense. She also helped to establish a mothers' room, a private space for nursing moms at every company conference. Her passionate for creating a community that changes our culture in a positive way for nursing moms is loud and clear in her interview.

Karlee's book-in-progress is a guide to help moms create the best workplace situations for themselves and their babies. Karlee lives near San Francisco with her husband and daughters.

In today's show we discuss:

  • Finding allyship and cultivating kindness in the workplace while pumping
  • Breastfeeding on the road and in airplanes
  • Advocating for yourself as a breastfeeding parent
  • Great breastfeeding gear for traveling moms

LINKS:

  • MilkStork website for shipping breastmilk home: https://www.milkstork.com/
  • Mamvava lactation rooms: https://www.mamava.com
  • Karlee's website: www.travelingmilktruck.com
  • Her Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/travelingmilktruck
  • Karlee on Instagram: www.instagram.com/travelingmilktruck

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For World Breastfeeding Week 2021, Hareem from LactNation interviewed Jacqueline Kincer. We talked about all things breastfeeding and answered questions like:

  1. Breastmilk as a source of nourishment, let’s talk composition. How does varying composition keep up with the baby and does maternal diet have a role to play?

  2. We first connected on baby wearing. What are the different ways baby wearing supports a breastfeeding mother and child?

  3. What do you think about the comforting aspect of breastfeeding for the baby. Does that have a role to play?

  4. What about the mother? Is the comfort a two way street?

  5. Why is comforting so looked down at when we talk about raising small babies.

  6. Does oral anatomy and a correct latch have a role to play in nourishment and comfort?

LINKS:

  • www.lactnation.org
  • www.facebook.com/groups/lactnation

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In this new weekly series, Jacqueline Kincer is giving you a run-down of the latest and greatest news, announcements, celebrity gossip, and more--and it's all related to breastfeeding! If you want to know what the latest studies say, get reviews on the newest products, find out about policy changes, or anything else that's relevant to you as a breastfeeding mom or professional, then tune in every week to TWiB (This Week in Breastfeeding) on Breastfeeding Talk.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • My thoughts on the latest news about Tylenol use during pregnancy
  • Updates on early introduction of formula and food allergies
  • Addressing some of the myths about the COVID-19 vaccines during lactation

LINKS:

  • https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/skin-to-skin-contact-in-the-neonatal-intensive-care-unit
  • https://www.forbes.com/sites/alicebroster/2021/09/27/coronavirus-antibodies-found-in-breast-milk-10-months-after-the-infection-according-to-new-research/?sh=1d304e58673e
  • https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/929670

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Speech-Language Pathologist and First-Time mom, Karissa Splain, tells us her story of how her professional experience and education didn't quite prepare her for the difficulties she encountered with breastfeeding her baby. Like so many, her baby had oral ties and Karissa tells her story from the viewpoint of a professional that treats oral dysfunction, as well as through her faith and own lens as a mother.

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Lisa Myers is a working mom of 2 sharing with use her journey through breastfeeding. With her daughter she made it to six months of breastfeeding and supplementing with formula. Then with her son she found out he had a tongue tie and ended up getting it treated. Lisa also shares with us what it was like to return to work. From her experiences, she learned a lot about storing breastmilk and has now created a revolutionary product for storing breastmilk.

Born in Canada, Lisa spent her childhood on a 200-acre hay and cattle farm outside Spokane, Washington, where she and her brother helped out with harvesting crops, caring for the animals and other seasonal work.

Several years later, Lisa was all grown up and running political campaigns in New Jersey and serving as an assistant district attorney in Philadelphia.

Lisa got married, started a family and works for an international law firm. Like almost every mom Lisa knows, she found breastfeeding incredibly difficult for a million reasons. For her, these included working in a male-dominated sector, some long work days and travel away from her son.

She soon realized she had no way to keep her milk safely stored without awkward walks down the office hall, juggling obvious bottles of breastmilk and pump parts. And she needed a new way to travel for work: A big ol’ cooler, bottles, and ice packs simply did not fit in her big bag already full of mediation binders, exhibits, a suit, computer, and...the pump.

A typical work trip saw Lisa having to dispose of 13.5 ounces of precious breastmilk at the airport. Her market research turned up nothing that could meet a mom's basic travel, working, and pumping needs. She got down to work inventing a solution to solve the problem simply, elegantly, and affordably. She was soon able to file for a patent and begin working with an amazing team to make Ceres Chill available to any mom in search of a better way to achieve their breastfeeding goals while continuing to be a great professional success.

LINKS:

  • Dr. Townsend at Vanderbilt
  • Ceres Chill website (use discount code Holistic 15)
  • Ceres Chill on Instagram

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The latch at the breast is one of the most foundation pieces to breastfeeding. Getting a good latch from the start, or correcting it when it's not good will be vital to you and your baby's breastfeeding success. The host, Jacqueline Kincer, IBCLC, discusses why a great latch is important and how to get one on today's show.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • Common pitfalls when latching
  • Why a good latch is important
  • What happens when you don't get a good latch
  • How to get the best latch
  • What to do when this advice isn't working

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Cassandra Thompson is the mother to Mari, a mom advocate, and creator of the Unbound Network. Cassandra is here today to share with us her non-medical perspective of ties as a mom who has experiences a lot of unnecessary obstacles to breastfeeding her child.

Cassandra began sharing her journey with her daughter on Instagram just two months ago, but already she's putting into words so many of the struggles parents of children with tongue, lip and buccal ties face.

We explore Mari's issues with ties from birth until her current age of 14 months. And the journey isn't over yet! Cassandra shares the emotional aspect, the practical challenges, the complexity of finding the right treatment, and so much more. Her story is her own, so it may not be what yours is or will be like.

In this episode, you will hear:

  • The most common issues with getting ties diagnosed and treated
  • Why bodywork is important
  • What to expect when your baby has ties
  • Tips for navigating medical gaslighting

LINKS:

  • Cassandra's Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/theunboundnetwork/

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On this episode, we invited Keira Chojnacki to share her breastfeeding journey with her four kiddos. She has been a breastmilk donor, and also a milk donation recipient. Her journey is very unique and diverse.

Keira became a mom at 20 years old. Right after her first baby was born, the first latch was magical. She had a fairly easy breastfeeding journey with her son and was able to donate 400oz of milk when he son was just 3-4 months old.

When her son was 1 year old, she decided to get a breast reduction and continued to give her son the stored breastmilk she had saved up after that. Two years later, Keira gave birth to her second son who ended up in the NICU for an entire month. She started out exclusively pumping and was able to make enough milk for him. She ultimately weaned at 3 months though because it was too difficult to maintain pumping with her two children and everything she had going on in her life.

With her daughter, Keira really wanted to try breastfeeding again. This time around her baby wasn't getting enough milk and Keira could only pump about 1/2 ounce at a time. It was then that Keira decided to seek out donor milk and she was able to provide her daughter with donor breastmilk from the time she was 2 weeks old to 13 months!

Keira is now a mom of 4, with her current son being 5 weeks old. Her priority is to enjoy her baby since she knows this is her last. She's learned to reset her expectations and is fine with breastfeeding, exclusive pumping, or donor milk.

LINKS:

  • Eats on Feeds
  • Human Milk 4 Human Babies
  • Connect with Keira on Instagram

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Melanie Silverman, Chief Clinical Officer at Pacify, joins us today to discuss her background and the ways her company meets the needs of breastfeeding families. While not a replacement for in-person care, Pacify offers parents 24/7 support for breastfeeding questions and help. While Pacify is not a replacement for in-person care or working with complex issues like tongue tie, it augments breastfeeding medicine with its accessibility to families across the US.

In this episode you'll hear:

  • What Pacify does for new parents, all over the United States.
  • Why Pacify sis o important to new parents--breastfeeding can be an amazing way that new parents can improve their own health and the health of their babies.
  • The main issues we see among new parents — also address, that they feel alone (especially during COVID-19!) and are wondering whether they are doing this "breastfeeding thing" correctly!
  • Breastfeeding can be an incredible equalizer. The vast majority of new parents struggle with the same questions about breastfeeding.
  • Pacify hears from non-birthing partners, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins and others who call in for help.
  • We really need to listen first, rather than come in with our own agenda and provide care without judgement.
  • Diversity among IBCLCs — why it matters and ways that to address it

LINKS:

  • Pacify website: https://www.pacify.com
  • Pacify App (get 20% off with code holisticlactation)
  • Pacify on Instagram
  • Pacify on Twitter
  • Melanie on LinkedIn

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I get tons of questions about baby formula as a Lactation Consultant. There are SO many myths, beliefs, feelings, and miscommunications around this very sensitive topic.

I don't believe in the formula vs. breastmilk debate and I will NOT participate in that dichotomy. It is unhealthy, neglects the needs of families, and fuels the "mommy wars" movement.

What I am here to advocate is that formula is used safely, without fear, and that it isn't seen as an enemy to breastfeeding.

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As a former babywearing mom myself (insert sad face that my kids are growing up!), I just had to bring a babywearing expert on the show to discuss safe babywearing, babywearing benefits, and nursing while babywearing.

Karla Castro is a Trained CBWS Babywearing Educator & Consultant and came on the show to teach us all the things about babywearing! From it's history, it's many meanings, and reframing the conversation around it.

I honestly cannot do this episode justice in the show notes--just go listen!

LINKS:

  • You can find Karla on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/thebabywearingclub
  • You can also download her free guide on choosing the perfect carrier here: https://bit.ly/PerfectCarrier-FREEGuide

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In today's episode, Jacqueline is sharing the advice fellow breastfeeding moms gave on a recent Instagram post asking, "If you could tell fellow breastfeeding moms one thing, what would it be?" The answers were impressive, wise, deep, and comforting. Listen in to hear what other moms have learned on their own breastfeeding journeys. Their message of support is needed!

LINKS:

  • Link to Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/COnoEefgJbH/
  • Our new Advanced Lactation Formula

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Families call him Dr. K., and on today's episode we have Dr. Pejman Katiraei to talk about a holistic approach to pediatrics with a focus on tongue ties. Specifically, we're discussing the domino effect they cause later in life--including failure to thrive, oral aversions/extreme picky eaters, sleep apnea, development of palate, and even what looks like ADHD and anxiety.

Dr. K graduated from his residency in 2006. From 2004-2005 he realized there has to be more to the story than what he was trained to do. He was fortunate to see a lot of complex cases, great training, but saw things that didn’t add up. One particular case was an 8-10 year old boy who had horrible colitis. Steroids didn’t work and doctors wanted to remove colon. Ultimately he knew there was more to the story than a major surgery.

Dr. K is an integrative pediatrician, with a focus on severe behavioral issues in children. He works with more than just diet, the gut, and supplements because his clinical experience has taught him that only 25% of kids got better with that approach. He was really awoken to what happens in the mouth 4 years ago.

Digestion begins in the mouth—chewing, breaking it down, swallow begins there. If you don’t know how to chew your food, how does the rest of digestion work? It’s not meant to work with unchewed food. The pancreas’ job isn’t to chew food—it’s to take already broken down food and further unpack that. Tongue tied children cannot chew food well (rotary chewing is lacking).

Can the child take a chunk of steak and chew it? If not, they have a “broken eating mechanism”. If eating is difficult or something isn’t happening properly, your brain learns those foods are dangerous. Then you have a picky eater.

Poor digestion and food intake means a lack of micronutrients, lack of fiber, changes in gut microbiome, lack of diversity. The immune system then becomes activated to these foods because they’re not more digested by the time they hit the gut. This ultimately causes a phenomenon known as “sickness behavior”—this is the brain’s response to immune activation—brain fogginess, feeling “sick”.

Once these kids are labelled with ADD, AHHD, depression, or anxiety, they lose their self-esteem and feel like they cannot function normally.

When parents know what to look for, it will become clear as day:

  • difficulty breastfeeding, sometimes shows up later once letdown calms
  • something is off early on
  • solid foods, from 12-24 months old other issues crop up—spitting out certain textures, higher density foods create struggles
  • 3-4 years old become very picky eaters, very established food preferences—soft foods that barely require chewing
  • colic/reflux—swallowing air, gassy—tissue pulling on esophageal sphincter causing reflux
  • difficult to put to sleep
  • speech problems

We shouldn’t approach this from fear or “doom and gloom”—tongue tie isn’t a damning diagnosis. How you approach this depends on how preventive you want to be. Tongue tie procedures are a surgery—risk/cost benefit.

What is it worth to prevent these issues? We must honor where the parents are at and supporting their choices and needs.

Lastly, the tongue helps us breathe—it pushes the palate and teeth out. Choking, gagging, snoring can all be related issues, and later in life we see sleep apnea or upper airway resistance syndrome.

LINKS:

  • Families can find Dr. K on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wholistickids
  • You can also visit him at www.wholistickids.com

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In this eye-opening conversation with Mia Smith, Registered Dietician, we explore the healthcare and feeding disparities in South Africa. Mia is studying to become an IBCLC and has a breadth of experience in both middle-class and low-income environments across her country. In developing areas where families have little access to food, water, electricity, and healthcare, many challenges to breastfeeding, maternal diet, and infant feeding occur. Mia shares with us the things that are happening in her country and the many ways she and her colleagues work to engender improving outcomes.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • The importance of safe infant formula feeding (no matter where you live)
  • Why we really should wait 6 months to introduce complementary foods to our babies
  • Considerations for HIV-positive mothers and breastfeeding
  • How "Fed Is Best" is a privilege, not a message of support
  • SO much more!!

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  • Mia Smith on Instagram: http://instagram.com/miasmith_rd

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In this new weekly series, Jacqueline Kincer is giving you a run-down of the latest and greatest news, announcements, celebrity gossip, and more--and it's all related to breastfeeding! If you want to know what the latest studies say, get reviews on the newest products, find out about policy changes, or anything else that's relevant to you as a breastfeeding mom or professional, then tune in every week to TWiB (This Week in Breastfeeding) on Breastfeeding Talk.

LINKS:

  • https://www.instagram.com/p/CMZEIfdhFIS/?utm_source=ig_embed
  • https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/health/a35862678/breastfeed-implants-fake-boobs/
  • https://www.docwirenews.com/abstracts/journal-abstracts/breastfeeding-during-a-pandemic-the-influence-of-covid-19-on-lactation-services-in-the-northeastern-united-states-6/
  • https://www.todaysparent.com/baby/breastfeeding/paced-bottle-feeding/
  • https://www.babygaga.com/how-adoptive-moms-can-breastfeed/
  • https://medicalxpress.com/news/2021-03-doulas-families-breastfeeding-goals.html
  • https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/truth-taking-melatonin-while-breastfeeding-210833120.html
  • https://www.who.int/news/item/16-03-2021-new-research-highlights-risks-of-separating-newborns-from-mothers-during-covid-19-pandemic

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In this new weekly series, Jacqueline Kincer is giving you a run-down of the latest and greatest news, announcements, celebrity gossip, and more--and it's all related to breastfeeding! If you want to know what the latest studies say, get reviews on the newest products, find out about policy changes, or anything else that's relevant to you as a breastfeeding mom or professional, then tune in every week to TWiB (This Week in Breastfeeding) on Breastfeeding Talk.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • Why most new moms have a low sex drive
  • New evidence on COVID-19 disease and breastfeeding
  • More updates on mRNA vaccines and lactation

LINKS:

  • https://www.scarymommy.com/breastfeeding-sex-drive/
  • https://www.radio.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/baby-having-trouble-breastfeeding-might-be-tongue-tied
  • https://nativenewsonline.net/health/new-mentorship-program-in-phoenix-aims-to-help-native-women-reclaim-breastfeeding
  • https://www.news-medical.net/news/20210309/Vaccine-mRNA-not-found-in-breast-milk-after-COVID-mRNA-vaccination.aspx
  • https://www.reuters.com/article/health-coronavirus-science/covid-science-pollen-level-in-air-linked-to-covid-19-rates-robust-vaccine-responses-seen-during-pregnancy-lactation-idUSL1N2L82E6
  • https://medicalxpress.com/news/2021-03-breastfeeding-mothers-covid.html

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In this new weekly series, Jacqueline Kincer is giving you a run-down of the latest and greatest news, announcements, celebrity gossip, and more--and it's all related to breastfeeding! If you want to know what the latest studies say, get reviews on the newest products, find out about policy changes, or anything else that's relevant to you as a breastfeeding mom or professional, then tune in every week to TWiB (This Week in Breastfeeding) on Breastfeeding Talk.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • New evidence on COVID-19 vaccine antibodies in breastmilk
  • The often overlooked issue of thyroid disorders postpartum
  • Problems with free online breastfeeding groups

LINKS:

  • https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.02.23.21252328v1.full.pdf
  • https://www.bmj.com/content/372/bmj.n495
  • https://7news.com.au/lifestyle/facebook-breastfeeding-group-allows-creepy-men-to-pay-to-secretly-to-look-at-photos-c-2285648

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In today's episode, Jacqueline Kincer, IBCLC is celebrating IBCLC Day by sharing some of the triumphs and tribulations faced by Lactation Consultants.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • Why IBCLCs still struggle to be recognized
  • What you can do to advocate for IBCLCs as a profession
  • The hard work IBCLCs do everyday to support breastfeeding families

LINKS:

  • fridamom commercial: https://www.facebook.com/fridamom/posts/436053784394776
  • International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners: https://iblce.org/
  • ILCA IBCLC Day info: https://ilca.org/ibclc-day/

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In this new weekly series, Jacqueline Kincer is giving you a run-down of the latest and greatest news, announcements, celebrity gossip, and more--and it's all related to breastfeeding! If you want to know what the latest studies say, get reviews on the newest products, find out about policy changes, or anything else that's relevant to you as a breastfeeding mom or professional, then tune in every week to TWiB (This Week in Breastfeeding) on Breastfeeding Talk.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • All about toxic chemicals getting into breastmilk and how that affects babies
  • More updates on COVID-19 and breastfeeding
  • The safety of taking Zoloft while breastfeeding
  • Challenges of breastfeeding mothers working outside the home
  • The latest on Ciara's breastfeeding journey of her 7 month old baby
  • Much, much more!

LINKS:

  • https://www.docwirenews.com/abstracts/journal-abstracts/black-african-american-breastfeeding-experience-cultural-sociological-and-health-dimensions-through-an-equity-lens/
  • https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/feb/15/forever-chemicals-breastfeeding-contamination-pfas
  • https://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/doi/full/10.1289/ehp1953
  • https://www.babygaga.com/breastmilk-quality-perfect-diet/
  • https://www.healthline.com/health/breastfeeding/zoloft-and-breastfeeding#takeaway
  • https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fped.2020.633700/full
  • https://www.healio.com/news/primary-care/20210218/study-affirms-that-mothers-with-covid19-should-not-be-separated-from-newborns
  • https://nypost.com/2021/02/25/first-commercial-showing-lactation-to-air-during-golden-globes/
  • https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/medolac-creates-the-first-shelf-stable-donor-milk-with-preterm-milk-protein-levels-301235808.html
  • https://www.romper.com/parenting/how-long-after-eating-spicy-food-can-i-breastfeed-theres-not-exactly-a-time-limit-7789890
  • https://sports.yahoo.com/russell-wilson-jokes-that-its-time-for-ciara-to-stop-breastfeeding-should-nursing-have-an-end-date-211437704.html
  • https://www.lupus.org/news/hydroxychloroquine-treatment-is-associated-with-longer-duration-breastfeeding-in-women-wi

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In this new weekly series, Jacqueline Kincer is giving you a run-down of the latest and greatest news, announcements, celebrity gossip, and more--and it's all related to breastfeeding! If you want to know what the latest studies say, get reviews on the newest products, find out about policy changes, or anything else that's relevant to you as a breastfeeding mom or professional, then tune in every week to TWiB (This Week in Breastfeeding) on Breastfeeding Talk.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • The latest research about COVID-19 and breastfeeding
  • Katy Perry's experience with breastfeeding
  • New UK guidelines for perinatal health
  • Challenges with supporting breastfeeding
  • My new herbal lactation supplement, Advanced Lactation Formula

LINKS:

  • Advanced Lactation Formula: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TF7G6MK
  • https://www.fastcompany.com/90601120/your-company-may-be-overlooking-this-highly-crucial-health-benefit-for-working-parents
  • https://www.foxnews.com/health/illinois-mom-denied-covid-19-vaccine-breastfeeding
  • https://www.romper.com/pregnancy/can-i-make-my-milk-come-in-faster-lactation-consultants-explain-2356538
  • https://www.wtvr.com/health/buddy-check-6/mother-of-4-farrah-massenburg-shares-breast-cancer-journey
  • https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/healthreport/08-02/13131898
  • https://www.raillynews.com/2021/02/emzirme-destekleyici-sistem-nedir-nasil-uygulanir-avantajlari-nelerdir/
  • https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/13974127/mother-in-law-wants-breastfeed-my-baby/
  • https://www.newsweek.com/hospital-asks-midwives-stop-using-terms-breastfeeding-breast-milk-more-inclusive-1568677
  • https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2021-02/uoi-bmp020921.php
  • https://news.umanitoba.ca/breastfeeding-research-improves-lives-and-advances-health-but-faces-conflicts/
  • https://www.buzzfeed.com/joyannjeffrey/katy-perry-on-breastfeeding

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In today's episode, Jacqueline answers a listener question: "Hey Jacqueline, would you consider doing a podcast on what working with an IBCLC should look like? I hear from so many moms that have a breastfeeding issue like low supply or nursing strike. They have tried ‘everything’ under the sun and hired an IBCLC or LC too, but their issue just doesn’t improve. And now their back to hacking it alone or stopping all together. What is reasonable to expect from an IBCLC and what should they do if they can’t solve your issue? It would be really cool if a standard of care existed (even if it’s just one IBCLC’s opinion) so people could evaluate the care they have received."

In this episode you'll hear:

  • The standard of care Jacqueline uses and teaches
  • How to know whether or not you're getting great care from your IBCLC
  • Questions to ask when interviewing a lactation consultant
  • What to expect when working through breastfeeding challenges

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In this new weekly series, Jacqueline Kincer is giving you a run-down of the latest and greatest news, announcements, celebrity gossip, and more--and it's all related to breastfeeding! If you want to know what the latest studies say, get reviews on the newest products, find out about policy changes, or anything else that's relevant to you as a breastfeeding mom or professional, then tune in every week to TWiB (This Week in Breastfeeding) on Breastfeeding Talk.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • New research on the immune benefits of breastfeeding
  • Additional information about COVID-19 infections and vaccinations
  • Exclusive pumping pros and cons
  • Postpartum depression and breastfeeding correlation
  • Heavy metals found in baby food products

LINKS:

  • Advanced Lactation Formula: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TF7G6MK
  • https://news.llu.edu/health-wellness/breastfeed-or-not-breastfeed-it-safe-if-you-have-covid-19
  • https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(21)00197-5/fulltext
  • https://www.concordmonitor.com/New-Hampshire-Senate-bill-right-to-breast-pumping-at-work-38712487
  • https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/moms-breastfeeding-experience-led-her-161425687.html
  • https://www.healthline.com/health/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-vs-pumping#cons-of-breastfeeding
  • https://www.painmedicinenews.com/Online-First/Article/01-21/Anesthesia-and-Sedation-Guideline-Confirms-Breastfeeding-Safety/62310
  • https://www.asiaone.com/lifestyle/confessions-new-mum-heres-why-i-think-breastfeeding-sucks
  • https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/know-between-breastfeeding-depression-214405920.html
  • https://www.dovepress.com/research-title-factors-associated-with-cessation-of-exclusive-breastfe-peer-reviewed-fulltext-article-JMDH
  • https://cphpost.dk/?p=122196
  • https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-congress-babyfood-idUSKBN2A420C

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Professor Amy Brown, known as "Professor of the Boobs" 😂is a professor of maternal and child health at Swansea university in the UK. She's joining us today to discuss her research into the complex issues surrounding early breastfeeding cessation. Her global perspective is enlightening, and she has much to share about what breastfeeding families actually need in order to meet their breastfeeding goals.

LINKS:

  • Amy's books: https://amzn.to/2KWmDa4
  • Amy's website: http://www.professoramybrown.co.uk
  • Amy on Instagram: http://instagram.com/prof_amybrown
  • Amy on Facebook: http://facebook.com/breastfeedinguncovered

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In this new weekly series, Jacqueline Kincer is giving you a run-down of the latest and greatest news, announcements, celebrity gossip, and more--and it's all related to breastfeeding! If you want to know what the latest studies say, get reviews on the newest products, find out about policy changes, or anything else that's relevant to you as a breastfeeding mom or professional, then tune in every week to TWiB (This Week in Breastfeeding) on Breastfeeding Talk.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • New policies that support working mothers
  • Recent studies showing even more benefits to moms & babies re: breastfeeding
  • Mothers sharing their own personal experiences around breastfeeding in public and the workplace
  • COVID-19 vaccine updates for breastfeeding moms

LINKS:

  • https://www.docwirenews.com/abstracts/journal-abstracts/an-integrative-review-the-role-of-the-doula-in-breastfeeding-initiation-and-duration/
  • https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/wondering-about-covid-19-vaccines-if-youre-pregnant-or-breastfeeding-2021010721722
  • https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/13650741/breastfeeding-incite-awe-compassion-not-stares/
  • https://msmagazine.com/2021/01/26/online-breastfeeding-nursing-lactation-zoom-video-call/
  • https://www.who.int/news-room/feature-stories/detail/the-moderna-covid-19-mrna-1273-vaccine-what-you-need-to-know
  • https://blogs.bcm.edu/2021/01/26/from-the-labs-connecting-the-dots-between-lactating-mothers-diet-milk-composition-microbiome-and-benefits-of-mothers-milk/
  • https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-79022-6
  • https://www.army.mil/article/242719/revised_army_regulation_and_grooming_standards_support_diversity_equity_and_inclusion_and_people_first_priority
  • https://www.nhbr.com/breastfeeding-pregnancy-bills-get-favorable-reception-in-nh-senate-hearing/
  • https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2021/01/28/Research-encourages-breastfeeding-mothers-to-ramp-up-zinc-and-iron-intake
  • https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/2/408

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Cassandra Shuck is an entrepreneurial guide and self-described serial entrepreneur who started her marketing agency 11 years ago. She got her roots in the corporate world and began her motherhood journey then. These days, Cassandra is busy with motherhood, running a lactation cookie business, hosting an amazing podcast, and being an incredible coach for fellow entrepreneurs.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • All about self sabotage, perfectionism, and limiting beliefs and how they hold us back in life (and even breastfeeding)
  • Cassandra's personal motherhood and breastfeeding journey, and how she overcame the many challenges she faced along the way
  • How trauma affects us on every level of our lives
  • Incredible suggestions for balancing motherhood, breastfeeding, and entrepreneurship (and working too!)

LINKS:

  • cassandrashuck.com
  • milkincookie.com
  • coastalmainedoula.com
  • Instagram: http://instagram.com/cassandrashuck
  • Facebook: http://facebook.com/thecassandrashuck

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In this episode, Jacqueline Kincer, IBCLC reviews the most pertinent evidence to date regarding COVID-19, current vaccines for COVID-19, and breastfeeding. In June 2020, WHO (World Health Organization) recommended that mothers should continue to breastfeed, and that the benefits of breastfeeding substantially outweigh the potential risks for transmission.

A study done in May took breastmilk samples from 43 mothers that were negative for the COVID-19 virus but 3 mothers tested positive for viral particles by RT-PCR from those three infants one infant tested positive but it was unknown if they were breastfed. The other two tested negative as one was breastfed and the other newborn was fed expressed breastmilk after viral RNA particles were no longer detected.

RNA detection in the breast milk is not the same as the virus for transmission of COVID-19 to occur it would require replicative and infectious virus to be able to reach target sites in the infant.

Secretory IgA (the most abundant type of antibody in breastmilk, making up 90% of breastmilk antibodies) has been detected in breastmilk of mothers with previous COVID-19 infection.

The CDC says it is unclear as to where mothers with covid can spread virus to babies in breast milk but current evidence suggests that this isn’t likely. To date there is no SARS-CoV-2 that has been isolated from breast milk and there is no documented cases of transmission of infectious virus to the infant through breast milk.

LINKS:
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/ajhb.23481?af=R

https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2020.06.12.20127944v1

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2769825

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html

https://www.who.int/news-room/commentaries/detail/breastfeeding-and-covid-19
babies

https://www.bmj.com/content/372/bmj.n4

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/948517/Information_for_Healthcare_Professionals_on_Pfizer_BioNTech.pdf

https://www.sciencealert.com/researchers-uncover-clues-on-why-breast-fed-babies-have-healthier-immune-systems

https://home.liebertpub.com/news/is-the-covid-19-vaccine-safe-for-nursing-mothers/3801

https://www.statnews.com/2021/01/19/covid-19-vaccine-guidance-for-lactating-women-is-based-on-faulty-assumptions-experts-say/

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Dr. Sam Zink is today's guest on Breastfeeding Talk. He's a general dentist and the owner of Zink Dental in Boise, ID where he practices Airway Dental Medicine.They provide integrative treatment to infants and adults to support and enhance the airway. Sam is sharing this incredible expertise with us on the topic of airway and breathing and how it relates to functional breastfeeding. We also explore the implications these complex issues can have throughout the lifespan.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • Why most parents struggle to get proper diagnosis and treatment for their children
  • What optimal airway structure and function looks like
  • How dentistry can correct these airway issues
  • The importance of proper breathing for breastfeeding and development

LINKS:

  • zinkdental.com (Sam's Dental Practice Website)
  • idahotonguetie.com (Infant Frenectomy Website)
  • drsamzink.com (UltraBreath Mastermind Course for Dentists)
  • Foundation for Airway Health
  • Dr. Sam Zink on Instagram

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In today's episode, Jacqueline Kincer IBCLC is exploring the definitions and differences in the various lactation/breastfeeding certifications and credentials. All too often, families are told they are working with a "lactation consultant", but unfortunately that doesn't mean they are always seeing an IBCLC. Listen to this episode to understand the differences between IBCLC, CLC, CLEC, CLE, and more of the alphabet soup of lactation credentials!

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • Which lactation credential designates someone as a healthcare provider
  • What the difference is between counseling and consulting
  • How to know which type of provider to seek out depending on your situation

LINKS:

  • IBCLC Scope of Practice
  • CLC Scope of Practice

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This interview with Kiya Hunter is one of my favorites, and you'll quickly hear why! Kiya Hunter is a Licensed Acupuncturist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Her mission is to help women work with their body's amazing healing abilities and help them embrace a joyful life. We dive into what acupuncture is and how it can help you as a breastfeeding mom (and your baby too!).

If you've ever wondered what acupuncture or Chinese medicine really is and if it works, this episode is for you! Spoiler alert: YES it really works and for so many more things that you probably think!

LINKS:

  • Kiya's Website: https://www.azmeraki.com/
  • Kiya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiya.hunter/
  • Kiya on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/merakiacupuncture

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In today's episode, we have Rachel Mitchell, the founder of My Sweet Sleeper, talking to us about sleep. She's a certified Pediatric & Maternity Sleep Consultant, former night nanny, and mom of six. Her breastfeeding-friendly approach to infant and parental is sleep is a refreshing break from all the books and articles out there that are full of conflicting information & advice.

Rachel and I discuss the important of setting the foundations for good sleep, as well as the major challenges new families face when it comes to this important topic.

LINKS:

  • Rachel's Classes: https://my-sweet-sleeper.teachable.com/courses
  • One-on-one sessions with My Sweet Sleeper: https://www.mysweetsleeper.com/one-on-one-coaching
  • Rachel's Blog: https://www.mysweetsleeper.com/blog
  • My Sweet Sleeper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mysweetsleeper
  • My Sweet Sleeper Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysweetsleep/

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In this episode, we are welcoming Talia Schwartz, MD. She is the founder of Soleil Rose, a swimwear brand for women with breast asymmetry. She's a mother of 3 and a non-practicing MD.

After being diagnosed with breast cancer and undergoing treatment, she was left with uneven breasts. Many women who are breast cancer survivors experience this but it's actually a very common issue for women--as a result of breastfeeding, hormonal changes, and naturally.

We are having a conversation about breast asymmetry and changes through the lifespan, especially breastfeeding. Join us to indulge in a lovely discussion about body acceptance and beautifying our breasts in a non-sexual way.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How common it is for women to have asymmetrical breasts
  • Ways to find beauty in our bodies no matter what stage of life we are in
  • How compassion for ourselves can create ease through difficult times

LINKS:

  • Use code HOLISTIC15 for 15% off Soleil Rose swimwear: https://soleilrose.com
  • Soleil Rose on Instagram
  • Soleil Rose on Facebook

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In this incredible episode, I'm interviewing Ilyse Soutine, subconscious transformation coach and creator of the Subconscious Shift Call. We are taking the breastfeeding conversation in a totally different direction with our discussion of external standards, feelings of guilt and shame, and how our subconscious programming conditions us to doubt ourselves.

I know there's a lot of self-help motivational type of content out there, but you can't just tell yourself how to think. There's a deeper layer of our consciousness that we need to address. Ilyse shares some amazing ideas for cultivating self-compassion, undoing our own destructive mental programming and honoring the sacredness of motherhood.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How the subconscious mind controls 95% of our behavior
  • From ages 0-7 your child’s brain is in a theta brain wave state (doesn’t know difference between reality and imagination)
  • How breastfeeding programs your child's subconscious mind for life
  • How your own subconscious programming is affecting your breastfeeding and mothering journey
  • Ways to create awareness of your subconscious self and shift your mental programming

LINKS:

  • Ilyse's free anxiety hypnosis: http://mindpeacenow.com
  • Ilyse's articles: https://thriveglobal.com/authors/ilyse-soutine/
  • Ilyse's website: https://ilysesoutine.com/
  • Ilyse on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilysesoutine/
  • Ilyse on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheawakens/
  • Jacqueline's article on meditation & milk supply: https://www.parents.com/baby/breastfeeding/i-tried-meditating-to-increase-my-milk-supply-and-i-think-it-worked/

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There are many baby products that are damaging to an infant's oral development. In today's episode we have Kimi Nishimoto, online myofunctional therapist, as well as Megan Van Noy, online myofunctional therapist to discuss the many products out there. This amazing duo are the hosts of the Munch Bunch Myo Podcast where they talk about myofunctional disorders, airway issues, sleep disordered breathing treatment, swallow correction, and tongue ties. We give you some amazing resources and product reviews that you don't want to miss!

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How are straws helpful?
  • Dangers of food pouches
  • Why sippy cups are bad
  • Tips for starting solid foods
  • How ties affect oral function in children beyond breastfeeding

LINKS:

  • Diane Bahr’s book: https://amzn.to/3iklMuQ
  • Doidy cup: https://amzn.to/2C7Gbnw
  • Ezpz Tiny Cup: https://amzn.to/3iog5vR
  • Ark Therapeutic FlexiCup: https://www.arktherapeutic.com/flexi-cup-combo/
  • Honey Bear Straw Cup: https://amzn.to/3a33ueQ
  • Olababy 100% Silicone Soft-Tip Training Spoon for Baby Led Weaning: https://amzn.to/30AGtg0
  • BEABA First Stage Baby Feeding Spoon Set: https://amzn.to/33Bx9KL
  • Tongue-Tied by Richard Baxter: https://amzn.to/31wj8LW
  • Breath by James Nestor: https://amzn.to/30zuqjc
  • SOS4TOTS by Lawrence Kotlow: https://amzn.to/3khxice
  • Kimi: mouthmusclememory@outlook.com & http://mouthmusclememory.com/
  • Megan: www.orofacial-myology.com

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In today's episode, we're welcoming Dr. Daniel Lopez to the show!! Daniel Lopez, D.O. is a board certified osteopathic manipulative treatment and regenerative medicine specialist that practices at Osteopathic Integrative Medicine in Lakewood, Colorado. He is a graduate of Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has been studying how tongue, especially when tethered, affects the whole body anatomically and in overall health for over 6 years.

We are talking about the whole-body connection of the tongue and it's movements, and the effect it has on growth and development for our babies (and into adulthood!). It's an in-depth conversation that will be enlightening to any parent and professional alike!

LINKS:

  • Dr. Lopez's personal website: https://www.daniellopezdo.com is the best place to find his blog posts
  • Dr. Lopez's course on tongue self-treatments for neck pain and headaches called “The T Element”: http://thetelement.com
  • Understanding Tongue and Lip Ties: From Newborns To Adults: Course Link
  • Tongue meditation: https://oimcare.convertri.com/tongue-meditation
  • Find an Osteopath near you: http://cranialacademy.org

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Unknown Speaker 0:03
Hi, I'm Jacqueline Kincer. And for the past five years, I've been helping families all around the globe to overcome their breastfeeding challenges. And this is the first non clinical breastfeeding podcast that shows you how to walk breastfeeding and master motherhood through practical tips, mindset shifts and honest conversation to create a confident and empowering breastfeeding journey.

Jacqueline Kincer 0:32
This is the breastfeeding talk podcast. All right, welcome to the podcast. I have Dr. Daniel Lopez deal. He's a board certified osteopathic manipulative treatment and regenerative medicine specialists that practices at osteopathic integrative medicine in Lakewood, Colorado. He is a graduate of Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. So hey, he's from Arizona. And he's been studying how tongue especially when tethered affects the whole body anatomically, and an overall health for over six years. And I think I found Dr. Lopez from an article that one of my teachers had shared or sent me. And I immediately started reading everything that he has on his website. He's written so many amazing articles, I'm super excited to have you on the show to talk about what it is that you do. So welcome.

Dr. Daniel Lopez 1:29
Thanks. Thank you, thank you for having me, I really appreciate it. And I'm, I'm excited to be here and have this conversation and share more about what I do. Because I definitely feel like a lot of people don't understand our profession. And strangely enough, I'm like it started here and in Missouri in the 1800s. And people here, so we're like an unknown entity out here in the States. So

Jacqueline Kincer 1:57
yes, and it's so interesting that you say that because I recently went through a major car accident, some injuries, and my main injury doctor who I've been working with, has a

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In this episode we are diving deep into the challenges and triumphs that breastfeeding mothers face when they return to work outside the home. Our guest expert is Debi Yadegari, Founder and CEO of Villyge, an employer-paid benefit for working parents that amongst other things, provides corporate lactation support. She brings a wealth of information to us that you don't want to miss if you know you'll be resuming work--or even if you already have!

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • The laws and regulations that protect your rights to pump while at work
  • Common pitfalls breastfeeding moms face when leaving the home
  • How to set yourself up for work-life-breastfeeding balance success

LINKS:

  • LinkedIn - Villyge: https://www.linkedin.com/company/villyge/
  • Instagram - Villyge: https://www.instagram.com/villyge_/
  • Facebook - Villyge: https://www.facebook.com/villyge
  • Twitter - Villyge: https://twitter.com/villyge_
  • LinkedIn - Debi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dyadegari/
  • Instagram - Debi: https://www.instagram.com/debiyadegari/

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In this episode, Jacqueline opens up and shares a very personal experience with her listeners. It's an episode where she vulnerably shares her experience and journey of breastfeeding her second child. Jacqueline shares her memories and perspective as a mother, and as an IBCLC. If you've ever struggled with breastfeeding and the mental/emotional aspects of it, this episode should deeply resonate with you.

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In this episode, Jacqueline Kincer, IBCLC goes into the reasons why oversupply of breastmilk is actually a problem, and not a good thing. Many moms seem to feel inadequate if they aren't able to pump bottles FULL of milk. This perception is undermining mothers and sabotaging breastfeeding.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • What oversupply is and is not
  • Why oversupply happens
  • Real strategies to fix oversupply
  • Why we can no longer measure motherhood in ounces

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Today is Juneteenth 2020, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States, and I'm talking to Maxine Robinson, IBCLC, owner of Queens Lactation about the issues African American mothers face in the healthcare system, culturally, and with breastfeeding. Maxine is a wealth of information with incredibly in-depth experience as a health educator for many years. She's seen it, lived it, and is working to change it. I promise you will learn so much about the issues facing black mothers--this is a must listen!

LINKS:

  • Maxine's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Queens-Lactation-107185533992142
  • Work with Maxine virtually

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This episode is full of Jacqueline Kincer's genius on what bottles are appropriate to use in the newborn stage and beyond. Not only does this matter for breastfeeding babies, but also exclusively bottle-fed babies. Most parents (and even professionals) are swayed by the heavy marketing and branding out there. Before you make your baby registry, or invest in tons of bottles, listen to the episode so you know what bottles to buy!

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • Why it's critical that your baby uses the correct bottle
  • Common mistakes parents make when choosing a bottle
  • Which brands are the worst (and which are the best)
  • How to properly USE a bottle to feed your baby

LINKS:

  • Breastfeeding Ultrasound: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNJr-EyEq1E
  • Book an online video appointment with me: http://holisticlactation.com/clinic
  • Access to my online courses: http://holisticlactation.com/store
  • Holistic Lactation on Instagram

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In this episode, host Jacqueline Kincer discusses why our intuition is one of the most powerful tools we have as breastfeeding mothers. So often we look outside ourselves for all the answers, but there's an innate inner wisdom we can listen to that has the answers.

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Instead of doing a guest interview on this important topic, I'm speaking directly to you in today's episode. If you're like most new moms, you've likely realized how under-prepared you were to take on new motherhood. Add breastfeeding challenges to the mix, and we might feel like we're doing this all wrong. I'm here to tell you that motherhood is sometimes traumatic. If it's been traumatizing for you, you aren't alone, nothing is wrong with you, and there is a way through it. Listen in as I share stories from my own journey and guide you to working through your own motherhood PTSD.

LINKS:

  • "A Resilient Breastfeeding Journey" - My interview on The Beyond Resilience LIfe Podcast with Dr. Lydiana Garcia: https://www.thebeyondresiliencelife.com/blog/a-resilient-breastfeeding-journey
  • Dr. Lydiana Garcia's website
  • Find out more about The Nurture Collective

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This week (May 10-16, 2020) is National Women's Health Week here in the US. I've decided to share some of my perspective as to what's really going on in women's healthcare right now--specifically how it affects breastfeeding mothers and their babies. My goal in this episode is to empower you to seek out the resources you need to improve your own health. That's easier said than done in a lot of cases! But not to fear...I've got some great solutions for you in today's episode!

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How women are underprepared for motherhood and the health challenges of birth and postpartum
  • Areas of the government and healthcare structure that need improvement and how we can change things as citizens
  • What to do if you need more support and are exhausted with trying to find it
  • Resources to support you right NOW in your breastfeeding journey

LINKS:

  • Join The Nurture Collective
  • Book an online video appointment with me: http://holisticlactation.com/clinic
  • National Women's Law Center Breastfeeding Toolkit: https://www.nwlc.org/sites/default/files/pdfs/final_nwlcbreastfeedingtoolkit2014_edit.pdf
  • Access to my online courses: http://holisticlactation.com/store
  • Holistic Lactation on Instagram

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In this episode, I'm sharing an interview I did with Brittany of the Growing Our Family Podcast. We cover all things weaning in this episode, with a focus on how to do it gently and respectfully. I know a lot of you are in the later stages of your breastfeeding journey and are starting to think about what it looks like to end that journey, so this episode is for you!

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • The dos and don'ts of weaning from breastfeeding
  • What age is recommended to begin weaning your child from the breast
  • Real strategies to make weaning as easy for you and your child as possible
  • What to expect as you wean

LINKS:

  • The Growing Our Family podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-our-family-parenting-podcast/id1468322127
  • Growing Our Family website: https://growingourfamily.com

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I know I say this with each new episode, but this interview with Kendra Hennessy is my new fave! Kendra is a home management expert and positive motherhood enthusiast. She's also the founder of Mother Like a Boss and host of the podcast by the same name. She's on a mission to redefine homemaking in the 21st century and make the difficult and tedious parts of running your home smoother through systems, routines and mindset shifts.

In this episode, we dive into the importance of routines and making the transition to motherhood smooth as butter! Even more importantly we discuss how to embrace the role of "mom" without losing your identity in the process.

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • The difference between routines and schedules (and why you don't need a schedule!)
  • How to be a homemaker in the current world environment
  • What "homemaker" really means and why you're getting it wrong
  • Real talk about being a mom, running a house, being a wife, and still making time foe yourself and your own work

LINKS:

  • Rock your Routines Free Training: creating your days with purpose so you can stop living by your to-do list
    motherlikeaboss.com/routines (on demand, so you can choose the day and time that works best for you)
  • Kendra's website: http://motherlikeaboss.com
  • Kendra's Podcast: https://www.kendrahennessy.com/podcast
  • Kendra on Instagram: http://instagram.com/motherlikeaboss

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This episode features Hilary Rank, a Women's Wellness Expert and creator of the Energy Reset Method. She helps women gain energy, lose belly fat and feel at peace. Her purpose is to help women get out of the “Frustrated and Frumpy Over 40 Trap” which leaves them feeling confused about what diet or program to follow, down on themselves, sluggish and hopeless to Fit & Fabulous so they will start looking, thinking and feeling happy, healthy and confident.

We dive deep into weight loss, energy levels, hormones, and overall health for moms over 35. She shares her story of getting a mommy makeover, being a type-A mom, having a preemie, struggling to breastfeed, and be a working mom. I'm already feeling tired just hearing about her story! She shares why this lifestyle led to a perfect storm of hormone issues for her and for so many other moms.

You can sign up for her 14 Day Energy Reset right here: https://bit.ly/energyreset14

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • The connection between your lifestyle and hormones
  • Warning signs that your hormones are not balanced
  • How you can reset your energy levels and balance your hormones
  • Why it's important to address your whole body health for breastfeeding

LINKS:

  • You can also find Hilary at: https://healthybyhilary.com/
  • Join her Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/40feelsfabulous
  • Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/healthybyhilary/
  • Facebook:
    https://www.facebook.com/healthybyhilary

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In this eye-opening episode, we are talking all things postpartum pelvic health with Dr. Robyn Wihelm! She is a Women's Health and Pelvic Physical Therapist and Health & Wellness Mindset Coach currently offering virtual consultations and in-person visits in Mesa, AZ. If you're like most new moms, you may be wondering why pelvic physical therapy is even a thing and why you'd need it. In this episode we are discussing the importance of pelvic pre-pregnancy, during pregnancy, and postpartum. In fact, many countries outside the US have it as part of their healthcare model.

If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • What is pelvic physical therapy!?
  • Signs you need to be evaluated
  • What pelvic PT is like
  • How your pelvic health is important for your postpartum and breastfeeding journey

LINKS:Dr. Wilhelm's Website: www.wilhelmpt.com
Dr. Wilhelm on Facebook: www.facebook.com/wilhelmpt
Dr. Wilhelm on Instagram: www.instagram.com/drrobynpelvicpt

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In this episode, I'm giving you the latest evidence-based information about breastfeeding during the COVID-10 pandemic. I'll be covering what the recommendations are if you test positive for the virus while breastfeeding, and why the recommendations are what they are. This is an episode every pregnant or breastfeeding mother should listen to so they can arm themselves with as much factual knowledge on the topic as possible and have peace of mind about breastfeeding during this unprecedented time.

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

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In this episode, you'll hear:

  • What is recommended if you test positive for COVID-19 while breastfeeding
  • The benefits of breastfeeding during this pandemic
  • Considerations about weaning during this pandemic
  • How to get the help of a lactation consultant during this time

LINKS:WHO Q&A on Breastfeeding and COVID-19:https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-on-covid-19-pregnancy-childbirth-and-breastfeeding

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In this episode, we are welcoming the incredible Dr. Giselle Tadros (Dr. Gigi) who is a tongue tie oral motor specialist, body worker and baby development expert. We're talking about tongue ties and how they affect not only the ability to eat, but how they also can impact a baby's development, temperament or sleep!

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

LINKS:Dr. Gigi's Website: inhomepediatricpt.com
Dr. Gigi's Instagram pages: http://instagram.com/milkmatterspt & http://instagram.com/inhomepediatricpt
Dr. Gigi's Facebook pages: http://facebook.com/milkmatterspt & http://facebook.com/inhomepediatricpt

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In this episode, we are talking to Serena Shoup, work at home mother of 3 and CPA. She became a mom at 19, went to college, became a single mom, started her own business, went on to have two more children and breastfeed them! We are just in awe with this warrior mom!!! This episode celebrates the realness of Serena's breastfeeding and mothering experience and we hope you feel inspired!

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

LINKS:Serena's Instagram: http://instagram.com/serenashoupcpa
Serena's website: http://www.shoupcpa.com
LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/serenashoup

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In this episode, Jacqueline has an in-depth conversation with parenting mentor, Jeanne-Marie Paynel. We dive deep into what it's like to give birth in the US versus other industrialized countries, and how parents can support themselves along their journey of breastfeeding their baby. This episode is filled with rich conversation and raw truth about ways to set yourself up for success with intuitive parenting strategies right from the start.

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

LINKS:
Jeanne-Marie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeannemariepaynel/
Jeanne-Marie's Website: https://voilamontessori.com/
The Art of Parenting Podcast: https://voilamontessori.com/the-art-of-parenting-podcast/

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In this eye-opening interview, I talk to Dr. Stephen Cherniske about the dangers or stress and caffeine, especially when it comes to the childbearing years of your life. The effects on hormones, energy levels, and your baby are not to be ignored. If you're like most people, you rely on coffee or caffeine to power you through your day. Listen as we find out why it doesn't do that and ultimately leaves you more depleted in the long run.

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How caffeine affects your hormones, and potentially your milk supply
  • The effects caffeine has on your baby and sleep
  • Why caffeine doesn't give you energy
  • How to have to more energy in your daily life, especially after having a new baby

LINKS:
Caffeine Blues book: https://amzn.to/2U2UM8W
The Metabolic Makeover book: https://amzn.to/3cRDpAb
Dr. Chernishe's websites: http://my2048.com, https://thehealthyskeptics.com
Healthy Skeptics FB: https://www.facebook.com/thehealthyskepticsshow/
Metabolic Makeover FB: https://www.facebook.com/themetabolicmakeover/

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In today's episode, Dr. Liz Turner joins us to talk about the dental perspective of tongue ties and how they impact breastfeeding. But this conversation goes even deeper into the things Dr. Turner sees in her dental practice everyday--from speech issues, airway problems, and so much more--we get into it! If you've ever wondered what would happen if you don't get your baby's ties treated right away, or what to look for in yourself or your older children, this episode is a must listen!!

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How tongue tie affects breastfeeding
  • Warning signs to look for in yourself and your older children
  • Why a team approach is always needed to treat tongue & lip ties

LINKS:
Dr. Liz Turner on Instagram

Dr. Liz Turner's Practice

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In this BONUS episode, I'm sharing the before, during, and after of breastfeeding my first baby. The story begins 7 years ago when I was in a completely different profession than I am today. I thought I was prepared, but looking back I know I wasn't. I had challenges along the way and overcame them, which ultimately led to what you see today! There may be parts of my story that resonate with your own, and there may be parts that are very different. But I truly believe it is important to share our stories so we can stop living them and heal. Also--stay tuned for an upcoming episode where I share the journey of breastfeeding my second baby. It's entirely different!!

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • Why I wasn't prepared to breastfeed before giving birth
  • What the early days of breastfeeding looked like and how I chose to continue
  • The things I discovered later on that gave me the answers I needed
  • How I continued to breastfeed for over 3 years
  • How my journey ended

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In today's episode, Dr. Lydiana Garcia, licensed psychologist, joins us to talk about postpartum mental health. We dive deep into strategies for mental and emotional wellness, as well as discuss how past trauma can affect your transition into motherhood. Dr. Garcia shares a compassionate approach and realistic tips for navigating this huge life transition of becoming a new mother, while sharing her own journey of breastfeeding and her second pregnancy.

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How your diet affects your hormones and mood
  • What kind of diet advice you should avoid while breastfeeding
  • Tips and tricks for staying well nourished while taking care of your baby
  • Why most diet advice is flawed and potentially harmful

LINKS:
Dr. Lydiana Garcia on Instagram
Dr. Lydiana Garcia on Facebook
The Beyond Resilience Life Podcast
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In today's episode, Samantha Scruggs, RD joins us to talk about all things diet & nutrition for the breastfeeding mom. She's a devoted mom of 3 children, Registered Dietician and owner of Nutrition to Fruition, focusing on diet and anxiety. We get into a deep discussion of how your diet affects breastfeeding.

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • How your diet affects your hormones and mood
  • What kind of diet advice you should avoid while breastfeeding
  • Tips and tricks for staying well nourished while taking care of your baby
  • Why most diet advice is flawed and potentially harmful

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Samantha on Facebook
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In this episode, Jacqueline dives into what's possible for you, even if you're further along in your breastfeeding journey. This episode is about hope, optimism, and creating your own success along the way.

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • Why it's never too late to get help with breastfeeding
  • When is the best time to seek help for breastfeeding problems
  • How there's always something you can do to improve things
  • Ways to accept and move on if it's time to stop breastfeeding

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In today's episode, Beverley Simpson joins us to talk about all things fitness for the postpartum body. She's a personal trainer in Manhattan and creator of the 30 Minute Method. We are talking about the things that every mom should know about movement, fitness, and weight loss after having a baby.

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • The biggest myths about getting back into (or starting) a fitness routine after baby
  • How working out affects breastfeeding and what to do about it
  • How soon after birth you can expect to get into shape
  • Why you might not lose the baby weight just because you're breastfeeding

LINKS:BSimpson Fitness on Instagram
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BSimpson Fitness on Pinterest
Beverley's WebsiteMy Website
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If you're like most new moms, you've probably heard that breastfeeding hurts in the early days. In this episode, Jacqueline is busting that myth and breaking down why the idea that breastfeeding should hurt is actually harmful to moms and babies. Tune in to hear about the causes of breastfeeding pain and what to do about it if it happens to you.

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • Why breastfeeding pain shouldn't be tolerated
  • Why enduring painful breastfeeding is harmful
  • The causes of breastfeeding pain
  • What to do to get breastfeeding to stop hurting

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Welcome to the Breastfeeding Talk podcast! In this episode, Jacqueline reveals the framework for the podcast: milk, motherhood and mindset. Then she dives right in and explains how your words actually create you breastfeeding experience. If you're just starting out with breastfeeding, or even if you're several months into it, you'll want to listen to the episode and get some insight on the mindset needed for breastfeeding success.

If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @holisticlactation

I've got a special gift for all my listeners and it's 38 powerful breastfeeding affirmations to support you on your breastfeeding journey, so go get that free audio now at http://holisticlactation.com/mantras

In this episode, you'll hear:

  • Who this podcast is for and who it’s not for
  • This podcast is about 3 things: milk (as in breastmilk), motherhood, and mindset
  • I’ll break down what each of those 3 things means to me
  • The thoughts that we think, and the words that we speak, are constantly shaping our reality

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