Breastfeeding ... with ABA (Australian Breastfeeding Association): Recent Episodes
Australian Breastfeeding Association
‘Breastfeeding … with ABA’ is a new podcast brought to you by volunteers from the Australian Breastfeeding Association.
When you’re a new mum or dad, you need information that’s easy to access and easy to understand. You need to know it’s from a source you can trust. Most of all you need support and understanding from people who know what you’re going through the changes a new baby brings. ABA was started in 1964 by a group of mums in a suburban loungeroom who wanted to breastfeed their babies and support each other. Fast forward to today and ABA is still supporting families to breastfeed their babies with the backing of ABA’s Breastfeeding Information and Research team for up-to-date, evidence-based information.
For more information about 'Breastfeeding ... with ABA' visit our website: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA
Simone and Jessica chat with Amy, who shares her story of breastfeeding her adopted child. Amy talks about her experience, in a touching story that shows there’s more than one path to breastfeeding success. Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-ep-31-breastfeeding-stories-breastfeeding-and-adoption Credits: This episode is presented by Simone Casey and Jessica Leonard, featuring Amy. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Jessica Leonard. Transcription by Leanne Matthews. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
Jessica chats with Skye, who shares their story of breastfeeding from starting as a young mum through to supporting others with her know-how over 6 babies. They talk about how friendships and being part of a community has helped and shaped the experience.
Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-breastfeeding-and-community Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard. Featuring Skye Stewart. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Caitlin Sabjan. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
Jessica and Madina chat with Joey, who shares her experience of breastfeeding with autism.
Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-maternal-autism How to get help and support with breastfeeding. LiveChat information, including operating times. Information on attachment. Amaze, for information on autism. www.amaze.org.au Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Madina Hajher. Featuring Joey. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Eleanor Kippen. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
Jessica and Simone talk about what’s needed for a mum to take a break from their baby, whether it’s a trip to the supermarket, a coffee with a friend, or a night out. Spoiler alert: you don’t need to give your baby a bottle to take a break! Get links to resources and information discussed, the episode transcript, and the companion blog here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-you-dont-need-a-bottle-to-have-a-break Information on feeding baby when mum isn’t there. Information on understanding baby sleep, including night time patterns. Cluster feeding information. Alcohol and breastfeeding information. Alcohol and breastfeeding: a guide for mothers brochure. Feed Safe app, available for Apple iOS and Android. Ep 22 - Breastfeeding and alcohol podcast episode. Information on how much breastmilk to express. Storing expressed breastmilk information. Breastfeeding: expressing and storing breastmilk booklet, available for purchase as an instant download or order in print format. Information on giving baby expressed milk but not in a bottle, including cup feeding. Paced bottle-feeding information. A caregiver's guide to the breastfed baby leaflet, including paced bottle-feeding. Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Laura Allison. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
Joy Anderson talks with Emma about how dieticians help families try and find out whether there's an issue with allergies or intolerances in a breastfed baby. This episode includes information about symptoms, elimination diets, food challenges and how to get help and support. Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-1 Information on breastfeeding your baby with food sensitivities, including allergies and intolerances. Lactose overload in babies information. Information on lactose intolerance and the breastfed baby. Breastfeeding and reflux information. Information on breastfeeding a child with coeliac disease. Information on crying babies, including colic. Information on knowing if baby is getting enough breastmilk, including wee and poo in nappies. Gastroenteritis (gastro) and breastfeeding information. Information on breastfeeding and your diet. Dietitians Association of Australia. Food Intolerance Network’s list on failsafe-friendly dietitians and other health professionals. Information on finding an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Facts about formula. Breastfeeding and medications information, including contact information for the NPS Medicines Line or the Medicines Information Centre(s) in your state or territory. Listen to part 2 here: https://www.podcasts.com/breastfeeding-with-aba-915bafc0b/episode/ep-27-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-2Credits: This episode is presented by Emma Pennell. Featuring Joy Anderson. Audio editing by Emma Pennell and Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Jessica Leonard. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
Jessica chats with Amelia, who shares her story of breastfeeding a child with multiple allergies. Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-2 Information on breastfeeding your baby with food sensitivities, including allergies and intolerances. Information on bringing up milk (posseting). Information on knowing if baby is getting enough breastmilk, including wee and poo in nappies. Information on crying babies, including colic. Breastfeeding and reflux information. Information on coping with broken sleep. Information on starting solids, and evidence on allergies and solids. Information on breastfeeding and your diet. PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia). Meet other new parents online for support and tips in the early days and weeks. How to find support and friendship at your local ABA group. Listen to part 1 here: https://www.podcasts.com/breastfeeding-with-aba-915bafc0b/episode/ep-26-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-1Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard. Featuring Amelia. Special thanks to Joy Anderson. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Additional reporting by Emma Pennell. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Jessica Leonard. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
Emma chats with Sarah about how she overcame an incredibly difficult start to breastfeeding her third child with a huge amount of persistence, determination and support.
Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-finger-feeding-and-returning-to-the-breast
Credits: This episode is presented by Emma Pennell. Featuring Sarah. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Laura Allison. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
Does your baby snack feed? The duration and scheduling of breastfeeds is a hot topic both for mums having questions and others giving advice. Jess and Simone chat about feed timing, and what Simone likes to call the lasagne effect.
Get links to resources and information discussed, the episode transcript, and the companion blog here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-the-lasagne-effect
Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Jessica Pressland-Black. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
Many mothers successfully combine a return to work or study with continued breastfeeding. Like most things, a little planning goes a long way. In this episode Katie shares with Jessica her story of returning to fly-in, fly-out, work while breastfeeding, including her suggestions for a ‘FIFO kit’ of how she set herself up to succeed.
Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-fly-in-fly-out-work-and-breastfeeding
Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard. Featuring Katie. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Elizabeth Beckitt. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
Should you have a glass of wine at dinner? Or enjoy a couple of drinks at a celebration? Jessica and Naomi break down what to consider when deciding whether to have a drink or not while breastfeeding. We also hear from Dr Lisa Amir on how alcohol as a a drug impacts breastmilk.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-and-alcohol
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Many mums wonder about how their boob size or shape might impact on feeding their baby, especially when preparing for their first child. Jess talks to Naomi about breastfeeding with big boobs, little boobs and everything in between. Naomi also answers the question, ‘What do normal boobs look like?'.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-big-boobs-little-boobs-and-everything-in-between
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/blog-whats-size-got-to-do-with-it
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions)
Many mums have ideas about what breastfeeding will look like before their baby arrives. Kate’s plan was to wean her first baby at around 6 months. After some initial hurdles, she found ABA and discovered how breastfeeding could continue past 6 months as part of her parenting toolbox. Kate shares with Belinda her experiences of breastfeeding her three children through pregnancy, tandem feeding and weaning over eleven consecutive years, and how her local ABA group provided support for her to breastfeed and parent confidently.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-eleven-years-of-breastfeeding
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions)
We know that breastmilk is just right for babies but what should mums eat? How can mums look after their own nutrition through pregnancy and breastfeeding and ensure their little one gets off to a great start in life? Andrea chats with Dr Treasure McGuire, a pharmacist with expertise in reproductive health, about the role of nutrients and nutrition in the first 1000 days of life.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-the-role-of-nutrients-and-nutrition-in-the-first-1000-days-of-life
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions)
Leila talks to Jess about the role a breastfeeding counsellor plays in providing mum-to-mum support. We also hear from Kristy about her experience calling the National Breastfeeding Helpline and receiving that support. Leila also tells us about the training breastfeeding counsellors receive and how people can become involved with volunteering with ABA.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-what-is-a-breastfeeding-counsellor
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-better-together-volunteering-with-aba
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions)
Breastfeeding, although natural, is also a learned skill. Lots of first-time mums learn to breastfeed and overcome any hurdles when they’ve only got their baby to look after. For others they might learn to breastfeed while also looking after older kids. This was the case for Pam. In this episode she shares her story with Laura about her experience learning to breastfeed for the first time with her third child.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-first-time-breastfeeder-third-time-mum
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions)
Adele has a super power … it’s her left breast. In this episode she shares her story with Jessica about her experience with one sided breastfeeding and becoming a mum to her four children.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-super-leftie
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-thank-you-big-boob-thank-you-little-boob
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions)
Talking breastfeeding with special guest Prof. Wendy Ingman.
Nicole talks with Professor Wendy Ingman about her research and work as a mammary gland biologist. We learn about interesting aspects of lactation in mammals, including the fascinating Tammar Wallaby. The signs and symptoms of mastitis in humans is discussed as well as what mums can do if they develop mastitis. Wendy also answers the question, ‘Are we just like cows?'.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-mastitis-are-we-just-like-cows
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
You have finally entered into the world of a 4-month-old baby. You have exited the land of newborn and its unpredictability and your newest destination is the stability of an older baby, an infant who must by now have a more predictable schedule who sleeps all night. Or so you thought! Laura, Jacquie and Naomi talk about the challenges and delights of this age, and Jacquie shares her experience with her recent experience with her own baby.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-the-4-month-old-baby
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-the-4-month-old-baby
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions)
Breastfeeding isn’t just up to mums! Support from everyone is vital to success.
World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated each year from 1 to 7 August. This year Jess talks to Jennifer Hurrell, volunteer breastfeeding counsellor and community educator, about how everyone has a shared role in protecting breastfeeding in the warm chain of breastfeeding support.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-world-breastfeeding-week-protect-breastfeeding-a-shared-responsibility
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
Nicole talks with Bridget from Rainbow Families NSW about information and support available to LGBTQIA+ families, including an exciting new collaboration with Rainbow Families NSW and the Australian Breastfeeding Association. Elke and Andrea also share their experience of feeding their babies.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-supporting-the-lgbtqia-plus-community
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-supporting-the-lgbtqia-plus-community
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions)
When you have a new baby so many people have opinions and want to help out as much as they can. Navigating this new world and discovering that breastfeeding, while natural is a learned skill for mother and baby, can be overwhelming for new parents. Janet and Dan chat about how well-meaning partners, grandparents, family and friends can support the new mother and her family.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-supporting-the-new-mother
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-supporting-the-new-mother
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
Monica’s breastfeeding journey got off to a rough start and she ended up weaning her baby before she was ready. With the right information and a lot of persistence and support, she was able to relactate (start making breastmilk again) and bring her baby back to the breast. In this episode, she shares her story with Laura and we ask Dr Karleen Gribble to explain how relactation works.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-relactation
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
Have you been advised to give extra milk besides breastfeeds? This is known as giving a top-up feed and it is often only needed as a temporary measure. Unfortunately, many mums find that they have been caught in a cycle of topping-up and they don’t know how to stop. In this episode, Jessica and Simone chat about some of the things you can do to breastfeed more and stop, or at least reduce, the top-ups.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-s1-ep9-how-stop-top-ups
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-help-I-cant-stop-the-top-ups
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
You may have heard the expression, ‘It takes a village to raise a child’ and you may be wondering how to find this village. In this episode, Emma, Inez and Jessica talk about the importance of finding support as a new parent and what helped them adjust to life with a new baby.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-s1-ep8-where-is-my-village
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-where-is-my-village
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
What happens if you can't get your baby into a feed, play sleep routine? What do people mean when they talk about babies sleeping through the night? In this episode Naomi and Simone talk about the feed, play, sleep routine and how it doesn't always work for all babies, what is normal for night-time sleep and how to cope with broken sleep.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-s1-ep7-breastfeeding-and-sleep
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-breastfeeding-and-sleep
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
How do you know if you are producing enough breastmilk to meet your baby's needs? What can you do about it if it seems you are not? Many mothers worry that they will not be able to meet their baby's needs through breastfeeding alone. In this episode Belinda and Jennifer discuss signs of low breastmilk supply, reasons for low supply, how to increase supply and where to get help if it’s needed.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-s1-ep6-why-my-supply-low
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-why-my-supply-low
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
No one talks about poo more than a new parent! So, what is normal when it comes to baby poo anyway? In this episode, we talk to Dietitian and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Joy Anderson, about what parents need to know about baby poo. Meanwhile, Andrea, Arianwen and Inez share stories of surviving 'poonamis' and baby poo that smells like old yoghurt.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-s1-ep5-breastfed-babies-and-poo
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-breastfed-babies-and-poo
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
Is breastfeeding supposed to be painful? How can I prevent or recover from cracked and damaged nipples? In this episode, Nicole and Simone talk about the early days of breastfeeding, sore nipples and some simple management strategies. They will also discuss what to do if these strategies aren’t enough.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-s1-ep4-ouch-what-happens-when-nipples-crack
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-ouch-what-happens-when-nipples-crack
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
What happens when your milk comes in? In this episode Belinda and Naomi talk about breastfeeding in the first few days after birth of your baby.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-s1-ep3-the-juice-on-when-my-milk-comes-in
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-the-juice-on-when-my-milk-comes-in
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
What did you imagine life with a new baby would be like? How can you prepare for breastfeeding before your baby arrives? In this episode Jennifer, Jessica and Nina talk about their expectations and adjusting to the reality of life with a new baby.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-s1-ep2-early-days-what-do-you-need-to-know
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-early-days-what-do-you-need-to-know
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
Why are breastmilk and breastfeeding important? What is the Australian Breastfeeding Association? In this episode Kate, Kathleen and Sky talk about some of the amazing qualities of breastmilk, the joys of breastfeeding and the dedicated group of volunteer breastfeeding counsellors and community educators in Australia who are there to support you on your breastfeeding journey.
Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-s1-ep1-introducing-breastfeeding-with-aba
Visit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/blog-introducing-breastfeeding-with-aba
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
Want to join the conversation? Join our peer support Facebook group: https://aba.asn.au/facebookgroupBWABA (please answer the joining questions).
Introducing Breastfeeding ... with ABA, a new podcast brought to you by volunteers from the Australian Breastfeeding Association. Breastfeeding ... with ABA is a podcast about breastfeeding made by parents, for parents. Our first season focuses on breastfeeding new babies and the early days of being a parent. We’ll be covering milk supply, cracked nipples, sleep, and much more! Listen for a sample of an upcoming episode.
Find out more about Breastfeeding … with ABA: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA
For breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://aba.asn.au/breastfeedinghelplineBWABA
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