Podcasts about exclusive breastfeeding

Everywhere you look, someone has advice on feeding your baby. But what does it actually take to exclusively breastfeed while running a business, handling endless unsolicited opinions, and still trusting yourself?In this conversation, Surabhi shares her Postpartum journey after taking Birth Agni's long-form breastfeeding program. We talk about exclusive breastfeeding, elimination communication, navigating Indian family advice with partner support, why breastfeeding education changes everything, and why fathers need communities where they can learn to be truly involved parents. Tune in now !Support the showSign up for Childbirth Preparation Programs! visit https://birthagni.com/services#childbirth-preparation-programshttps://birthagni.com/copy-of-services#breastfeeding-preparation-programThis episode is supported and made possible by podcast recording and hosting tool Zencastr, it is impeccably made! Use my link : https://zen.ai/vxmuJUgYKKGTF3JuTuFQ0g to sign up and record flawless remote podcast , USE my code : BIRTHAGNISupport the show:https://birthagni.com/birthagnipodcast#donateIf you like what you hear, leave us a rating on Spotify app and answer the question at each episode!a review on Apple podcasts. Share on Whatsapp/Insta/FBShare on Instagram and tag us @divyakapoorvoxSupport the pro...

This week, I'm honoured to be joined by Nicole from South London, the host and founder of the Squiggly Motherhood podcast. Nicole started the podcast because she couldn't find motherhood content that reflected her experience as an exclusively breastfeeding Black mother working in a senior corporate role, and she wanted space for the two truths that motherhood can be both hard and loved at the same time, with practical, values-led gentle parenting reflections.Nicole shares her feeding journeys with her two children who are just 18 months apart. She exclusively breastfed and delayed introducing bottles and dummies out of fear of disrupting breastfeeding, but later faced severe sleep deprivation with frequent night waking and significant pressure from others to stop breastfeeding or use formula, especially because her baby was small. She describes feeling isolated by exclusive breastfeeding and struggling to leave her baby, and explains how nights improved when her husband took over settling and they added other comfort methods.Nicole's second birth was an unplanned, very rapid home birth on the living room floor. With her son, early breastfeeding was harder due to a shallow latch and limited postnatal support because staff assumed she already knew what to do. She stayed in hospital longer specifically to get breastfeeding help, used different positions like the rugby hold, and took weeks to feel settled. She describes being more confident and accepting a second time, choosing co-sleeping from day one and not pursuing bottles or pumping. She later returned to work when her son was one. Nicole is still breastfeeding her two-year-old, who feeds frequently, and discusses managing boundaries within gentle parenting. She ends by advising parents breastfeeding past infancy not to justify their choices: it's enough to say it works for their family right now.My picture book on how breastfeeding journeys end, The Story of Jessie's Milkies, is available from Amazon here -  The Story of Jessie's Milkies. In the UK, you can also buy it from The Children's Bookshop in Muswell Hill, London. Other book shops and libraries can source a copy from Ingram Spark publishing.You can also get 10% off my books on supporting breastfeeding beyond six months and supporting the transition from breastfeeding at the Jessica Kingsley press website, that's uk.jkp.com using the code MMPE10 at checkout.Follow me on Instagram  @emmapickettibclc or find out more on my website www.emmapickettbreastfeedingsupport.com Listen to Nicole's podcast, Squiggly Motherhood, wherever you get your podcasts. This podcast is presented by Emma Pickett IBCLC, and produced by Emily Crosby Media.

Welcome to the Perinatal Professionals Series as presented on the Evolve Lactation Podcast! This series provides access to strategic, evidence-based lactation education for perinatal professionals who are ready to level up their breastfeeding support skills and knowledge.Follow, Rate, and Review the Evolve Lactation Podcast right here!Evolve Lactation with Christine Staricka is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.In this episode of the Evolve Lactation podcast, I talk about the various barriers to breastfeeding, differentiating between societal, physiological, and clinical challenges. I emphasize the impact of misinformation, the lack of fundamental lactation support, and the use of tools that can mask breastfeeding problems. I also highlight the importance of education and professional development in addressing these barriers, advocating for a more informed and supportive environment for breastfeeding mothers.You can learn more and enroll in the First 100 Hours Masterclass right here. Takeaways:00:00 Understanding Barriers to Breastfeeding02:47 Misinformation in Lactation Support05:51 Lack of Fundamental Lactation Support08:40 Tools That Mask Breastfeeding Problems11:03 Clinical Barriers in Healthcare Settings14:13 The Role of Education in Lactation Support16:59 Addressing Psychological Barriers20:10 The Importance of Accurate Information22:56 Navigating Pediatric Care25:40 The Need for Professional Development28:25 Conclusion and Call to ActionThanks for listening!You can get the book Evolving the Modern Breastfeeding Experience: Holistic Lactation Care in the First 100 Hours now at this link! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ibclcinca.substack.com/subscribe

Send us a textWelcome to the August Q&A episode! What is your secret quirk? We want to know! We share a few of yours along with our own. Today's first question is from a mother who had a large first baby without a diagnosis of gestational diabetes. She's concerned in her second pregnancy that she might develop late-onset gestational diabetes.Next, a pregnant mother's mother is a medical doctor and is having a hard time supporting her daughter's natural birth choices because of her experiences in the medical system. Another mom is struggling with sugar cravings in pregnancy and is wondering what advice we have to reduce those cravings.In the extended episode, available on Patreon and Apple subscriptions,  we address the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding over exclusive bottle-feeding, whether or not you should have a planned cesarean after a shoulder dystocia, and if moxibustion works to turn a breech baby. Quickies: Fundal height measurements, prenatal appointments at the end of pregnancy, hemorrhoids, spotting postpartum, short breastfeeds, LEEP procedure and cervical scar tissue, high lipase milk, laboring down, restless legs in pregnancy, and finally, would we tell anyone about our pregnancy before 12 weeks? Call us with your questions, comments or stories at 802-GET-DOWN!Watch this episode in full video format on YouTube.**********Our sponsors:Postpartum Soothe -- Herbs and padsicles to heal and comfort.Needed -- Our favorite nutritional products for before, during, and after pregnancy. Use this link to save 20%DrinkLMNT -- Purchase LMNT with this unique link and get a FREE sample packUse promo code: DOWNTOBIRTH for all sponsors. Needed

Despite campaigns by authorities, organizations, and stakeholders at different levels, exclusive breastfeeding remains very low in Nigeria. According to the UN, only 29 percent of mothers breastfeed exclusively for the first six months, a rate that has remained stagnant. In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we take a closer look at why many Nigerian mothers are not exclusively breastfeeding, and what impact this is having on their children.

If your baby needs supplementation shortly after birth, you may be asking yourself a million different questions. Will you be able to make enough milk to eventually breastfeed? What are your options for supplementation during this time? Should you pump? And what's the best way to transition to the breast?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sophie's first baby was diagnosed with Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR) because of placental insufficiency at 25 weeks. Little Tilly was born at 29 weeks and weighed only 534 grams so she was tube-fed for 10 weeks in NICU before being discharged. Sophie takes us through her breastfeeding journey - controlling the controllable, triple-feeding and eventually an exclusive breastfeeding journey that ended at 22 months. When asked if she would triple-feed again to ensure she could breastfeed, she admits she would 1000 percent do it. “It's so worth it!” _____________ Medela has worked with generations of mothers to create innovative breast pumps that are practical and intuitive. Their Freestyle Hands-Free Breast Pump is a game-changer for postpartum because it gives mothers some fantastic options they have not had before. The benefits are impressive. The ultra light-weight collection cups are designed to sit discreetly in-side your bra. There's no fuss and it's easy to clean and assemble with 3 dishwasher safe parts. The transparent design makes it easy to align your nipple and ensure the milk is flowing. For a superior hands-free pumping experience, The Freestyle Hands-Free Breast Pump is recommended for its simplicity and ease of use. Medela blends decades of scientific research with insights from mothers to create practical pumps that lighten the load – quite literally – in early motherhood. Medela – the Science of Care.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 13: Breastfeeding Journeys: Exclusive Breastfeeding, Pumping, and Struggles with Nursing with Gina, Roxanne, and guests Casey and Jordan! In this episode, we share our personal breastfeeding journeys, both the joy and struggles as we learned how to nurse our babies. All four of us exclusively breastfed for at least the first year of life (and for three of us over 2+ years), but each had our own struggles and approaches. Gina, Roxanne, and Casey breastfeed beyond the first year, and all struggled with initial latches, clogged ducts, and even mastitis! Jordan pumped with an oversupply for the first year for each of her babies and dealt with lots of latch issues related to tongue ties. As a functional airway dentist, Jordan's breastfeeding journey and struggles sparked her passion to support other moms in their breastfeeding journey as a tongue-tie expert in our area. In this episode, we discuss: Our personal stories of breastfeeding our babies to toddlers Breastfeeding issues: painful latch, clogged ducts, mastitis, tongue ties What to expect with breastfeeding: stages of milk Professionals to support breastfeeding: bodyworkers, lactation consultants, dentists Pumping and returning to work Oversupplies Tandem feeding Breastfeeding during pregnancy Weaning Our favorite memories of breastfeeding Prepare for your birth with us: ⁠⁠Childbirth Education Courses⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Prenatal Fitness Programs⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Pelvic Floor Prep for Birth⁠⁠ Recover after your birth: ⁠⁠Free Early Postpartum Recovery Course⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Postpartum Fitness Programs⁠ Check out our ⁠⁠⁠website here⁠⁠⁠, our ⁠⁠⁠Instagram here⁠⁠⁠, and our ⁠⁠⁠Facebook here⁠⁠⁠! This podcast is sponsored by Needed, a nutrition company focused on optimal nourishment for your perinatal journey.  ⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEPOD for 20% off your first order or three months of subscription.⁠

Naomi Stadlen books: Why Grandmothers Matter, and What Mothers Do (Especially when it looks like nothing) Papers: Srisopa, P., Walsh, S., Amoo, T., Gyamfi, A., Henderson, W. A., & Lucas, R. (2022). Relationship Between Feeders and Exclusive Breastfeeding and Mixed Feeding During the First Month of Life. Advances in neonatal care : official journal of the National Association of Neonatal Nurses. https://doi.org/10.1097/ANC.0000000000001020 Davidson, E. L., & Ollerton, R. L. (2020). Partner behaviours improving breastfeeding outcomes: An integrative review. Women and Birth, 33(1), e15-e23. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wombi.2019.05.010 Atkinson, L., Silverio, S. A., Bick, D., & Fallon, V. (2021). Relationships between paternal attitudes, paternal involvement, and infant-feeding outcomes: Mixed-methods findings from a global on-line survey of English-speaking fathers. Maternal and Child Nutrition, 17, Article e13147. https://doi.org/10.1111/mcn.13147 Grassley, J., & Eschiti, V. (2008). Grandmother Breastfeeding Support: What Do Mothers Need and Want? Birth, 35(4), 329-335. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1523-536X.2008.00260.x Lok, K. Y. W., Bai, D. L., & Tarrant, M. (2017). Family members' infant feeding preferences, maternal breastfeeding exposures and exclusive breastfeeding intentions. Midwifery, 53, 49-54. From DOI: 10.1111/mcn.12337  Rempel et al 2017 This is a list of things that have been found to always be helpful in terms of support from partners: Table 1. Partner breastfeeding influence scale subscales Responsiveness Cronbach's alphas: men = 0.77, women = 0.76 Make it easy for your partner to breastfeed while entertaining company or visiting others. Respond sensitively and positively to sexual issues. Be patient and understanding of the time it takes to breastfeed and don't get upset if the other housework is not done. Show your comfort with breastfeeding in public and help her feel comfortable too. Pay attention to how much and how your partner wants you to participate in breastfeeding.

So many moms are terrified that they won't be able to nurse their babies. They've seen failure all around them from people who gave up or maybe never tried. They want to exclusively breastfeed, but they really don't think it's possible these days. If this is you, I'm talking to you today. We're going to face that fear head-on by identifying it and facing that elephant in the room. And then we're going to talk about the one thing I think is most important for you to be able to successfully breastfeed.   Breastfeeding Made Simple --> https://amzn.to/3jYrLvZ   Breast Crawl Video --> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3oPb4WdycE   Join our new community! --> https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbirthgodsway   SURVEY --> https://bit.ly/yourbirthsurvey   Need help finding a provider?  Got questions? Email lori@yourbirthgodsway.com       DISCLAIMER:  Remember that though I am a midwife, I am not YOUR midwife.  I strive to provide the most accurate information I can, but you must do your research and consult other reputable sources, including your provider, to make the best decision for your own care.  I do not know the specific details about your situation and thus I am not responsible for the outcomes of your decisions.

Over the past two decades the number of children with obesity has continued to rise. Obesity in childhood predisposes children to both immediate and future health risk. Dr. Rebecca Yang, a general pediatrician, joins community pediatrician Dr. Ashley Miller to discuss nutrition and physical activity recommendations throughout childhood. Specifically, they will: Discuss the role nutrition and physical activity plays in pediatric obesity Educate on nutritional requirements for healthy growth and development Determine on how food insecurity plays a role in obesity Inform about recommendations for physical activity and age-appropriate guidelines Understand the barriers to physical activity Special thanks to Dr. Shreeti Kapoor who peer reviewed today's episode. FREE CME Credit (requires free sign-up): Link Coming Soon! References: • American Academy of Pediatrics. (2022, May 13). Recommended Drinks for Children Age 5 & Younger. Retrieved from Healthy Children: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/nutrition/Pages/Recommended-Drinks-for-Young-Children-Ages-0-5.aspx • COUNCIL ON COMMUNITY PEDIATRICS, C. O. (2015). Promoting Food Security for All Children. Pediatrics , 136(5), e1431-e1438. doi:10.1542/peds.2015-3301 • Felipe Lobelo, Natalie D. Muth, Sara Hanson, Blaise A. Nemeth, COUNCIL ON SPORTS MEDICINE AND FITNESS, SECTION ON OBESITY, Cynthia R. LaBella, M. Alison Brooks, Greg Canty, Alex B. Diamond, William Hennrikus, Kelsey Logan, Kody Moffatt, K. Brooke Pengel, Andrew R. Peterson, Paul R. Stricker, Christopher F. Bolling, Sarah Armstrong, Matthew Allen Haemer, John Rausch, Victoria Rogers, Stephanie Moore Walsh; Physical Activity Assessment and Counseling in Pediatric Clinical Settings. Pediatrics March 2020; 145 (3): e20193992. 10.1542/peds.2019-3992 • Hemmingsson E. Early Childhood Obesity Risk Factors: Socioeconomic Adversity, Family Dysfunction, Offspring Distress, and Junk Food Self-Medication. Curr Obes Rep. 2018 Jun;7(2):204-209. doi: 10.1007/s13679-018-0310-2. PMID: 29704182; PMCID: PMC5958160. • Lee JW, Lee M, Lee J, Kim YJ, Ha E, Kim HS. The Protective Effect of Exclusive Breastfeeding on Overweight/Obesity in Children with High Birth Weight. J Korean Med Sci. 2019 Mar 8;34(10):e85. doi: 10.3346/jkms.2019.34.e85. PMID: 30886551; PMCID: PMC6417996. • Maternal Diet. (2022, May 17). Retrieved from Center for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/diet-and-micronutrients/maternal-diet.html • Lobelo F, Muth ND, Hanson S, Nemeth BA; COUNCIL ON SPORTS MEDICINE AND FITNESS; SECTION ON OBESITY. Physical Activity Assessment and Counseling in Pediatric Clinical Settings. Pediatrics. 2020 Mar;145(3):e20193992. doi: 10.1542/peds.2019-3992. Epub 2020 Feb 24. PMID: 32094289. • USDA . (2022, April 22). Definitions of Food Security. Retrieved from USDA Econimic Reserach Service: https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/food-nutrition-assistance/food-security-in-the-u-s/definitions-of-food-security/

Lara Proud, RN returns in part 2 of this two-part series to talk about the reasons behind declining breastfeeding initiation rates in our hospitals since 2016 and how to navigate available resources to set your breastfeeding journey up for success.

It is of utmost importance to Breastfeed your newborn, even more, to Breastfeed exclusively for the first months of life? Why is this an important recommendation and what's in it for the new mum you might ask? Well, let's find out!

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-275 Overview: The multitude of benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and baby are well documented. However, we've seen mixed evidence for the relationship between breastfeeding and certain childhood lung conditions, with some studies suggesting an increase in risk. A recent study found that exclusive breastfeeding was associated with decreased lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI), asthma, and allergic rhinitis. A potential connection between these conditions, breastfeeding, and the infant's gut microbiome was also found. Join us as we discuss these findings and how to incorporate them into your practice to improve the health of women and infants. Episode resource links: Rosas-Salazar C, Shilts MH, Tang ZZ, Hong Q, Turi KN, Snyder BM, Wiggins DA, Lynch CE, Gebretsadik T, Peebles RS Jr, Anderson LJ, Das SR, Hartert TV. Exclusive Breastfeeding, the Early-life Microbiome and Immune Response, and Common Childhood Respiratory Illnesses. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2022 Mar 10:S0091-6749(22)00292-5. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2022.02.023. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35283139. Rosas-Salazar C, Forno E, Brehm JM, Han YY, Acosta-Pérez E, Cloutier MM, Wakefield DB, Alvarez M, Colón-Semidey A, Canino G, Celedón JC. Breastfeeding duration and asthma in Puerto Rican children. Pediatr Pulmonol. 2015 Jun;50(6):527-34. doi: 10.1002/ppul.23061. Epub 2014 Aug 6. PMID: 25100626; PMCID: PMC4320027. AAP Breastfeeding Guidelines. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/breastfeeding/Pages/Where-We-Stand-Breastfeeding.aspx ACOG. https://www.acog.org/womens-health/infographics/breastfeeding-benefits CDC Recommendations and Benefits of Breastfeeding. https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/breastfeeding/recommendations-benefits.html CDC Breastfeeding Report Card. https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/data/reportcard.htm US Dietary Guidelines for Americans. https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/sites/default/files/2020-12/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf#page=65 Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C   Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-275 Overview: The multitude of benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and baby are well documented. However, we've seen mixed evidence for the relationship between breastfeeding and certain childhood lung conditions, with some studies suggesting an increase in risk. A recent study found that exclusive breastfeeding was associated with decreased lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI), asthma, and allergic rhinitis. A potential connection between these conditions, breastfeeding, and the infant's gut microbiome was also found. Join us as we discuss these findings and how to incorporate them into your practice to improve the health of women and infants. Episode resource links: Rosas-Salazar C, Shilts MH, Tang ZZ, Hong Q, Turi KN, Snyder BM, Wiggins DA, Lynch CE, Gebretsadik T, Peebles RS Jr, Anderson LJ, Das SR, Hartert TV. Exclusive Breastfeeding, the Early-life Microbiome and Immune Response, and Common Childhood Respiratory Illnesses. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2022 Mar 10:S0091-6749(22)00292-5. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2022.02.023. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 35283139. Rosas-Salazar C, Forno E, Brehm JM, Han YY, Acosta-Pérez E, Cloutier MM, Wakefield DB, Alvarez M, Colón-Semidey A, Canino G, Celedón JC. Breastfeeding duration and asthma in Puerto Rican children. Pediatr Pulmonol. 2015 Jun;50(6):527-34. doi: 10.1002/ppul.23061. Epub 2014 Aug 6. PMID: 25100626; PMCID: PMC4320027. AAP Breastfeeding Guidelines. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/breastfeeding/Pages/Where-We-Stand-Breastfeeding.aspx ACOG. https://www.acog.org/womens-health/infographics/breastfeeding-benefits CDC Recommendations and Benefits of Breastfeeding. https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/breastfeeding/recommendations-benefits.html CDC Breastfeeding Report Card. https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/data/reportcard.htm US Dietary Guidelines for Americans. https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/sites/default/files/2020-12/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf#page=65 Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C   Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Exclusive breastfeeding dey very important for pikin, especially for de first 1000 days, and the mama also suppose to continue dey breastfeed the pikin till two years. But plenty mama no dey gree do exclusive breastfeeding and dem no dey breadfeed reach two year. Some complain say na their hunsbands dey drag de breast with their pikin. Na our tori today be disooo. We wan put mouth for why mama dem need to dey breadfeed theirs pikin well well and why papa dem need to leave the breast for pikin.

In this episode, Amanda shares how she was organically led into starting a business creating jewelry out of breast milk. She shares how starting a business was never her intention. After a struggle with breastfeeding, she happened to stumble across breastmilk jewelry and instantly knew she wanted a piece for herself, but quickly discovered all of the pieces she liked were completely out of her price range. So, she decided she would do it herself. It took her a long time to perfect the process, but she refused to quit; she was determined to prove to herself that she could figure it out and make a completed piece. Once she did, her friends started asking her to make them their own unique pieces. She has recently celebrated her first year in business and has been nominated for two business awards. She started with her friends and through word of mouth, then spread locally and is now making pieces for clients as far away as Australia .Amanda is the founder, owner and jewelry maker at The Milky Fern.Find The Milky Fern's Website hereFollow The Milky Fern on IGFollow The Milky Fern on FacebookFollow Candace on Instagram

If your baby needs supplementation shortly after birth, you may be asking yourself a million different questions. Will you be able to make enough milk to eventually breastfeed? What are your options for supplementation during this time? Should you pump? And what's the best way to transition to the breast?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome and thank you for listening! One of the biggest threads for exclusive breastfeeding up till six months, is the fact that women need to go back to work. In this episode Dr Margreet Wibbelink talks with Refilwe Nompumelelo Maponya, Midwife Specialist, researcher and working mother, around breastfeeding as a working mom (and midwife). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Nursing Science which she completed at North West University Potchefstroom campus in 2014 and Masters Degree in Advanced Midwife and Neonatal nursing from University of Johannesburg which she received Cum laude in 2020 respectively. Her clinical nursing and Midwifery career spans from over seven years from Professional nurse General to Advanced Midwifery Specialist with both private and public midwifery care experience. Her research niche and interest is Breastfeeding which she investigated and captured the findings in her Mini Dissertation entitled ‘Working mothers experience of adhering to exclusive breastfeeding in the Rustenburg district, North West. Her research was motivated by her observation that in the 21st century, the work environment and its structures were still unfavourable for the breastfeeding employee. Being a new mother herself, she gained firsthand experience of challenges of juggling both work and breastfeeding, which further motivated her decision to become a breast milk donor at Job Shimankana Tabane hospital in Rustenburg. If you're a midwife or any type of birth and baby worker go to sensitivemidwifery.co.za/podcast If you're a mom you can sign up at sisterlilian.co.za/podcast Connect With Us On: Sensitive Midwifery Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sensitivemidwifery.co.za/ Sensitive Midwifery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivemidwifery/ Sister Lilian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sisterlilian.co.za/ Sister Lilian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisterliliancentre/

This week's episode of Motherness is proudly sponsored by Edwards & Co. Edwards & Co is a Kiwi owned and operated family business. They've recently expanded their nursery range with the launch of the SnuzKot Skandi Collection, alongside the already popular SnuzPod Bedside Bassinet. Today’s guest is Tehani Buchanan, a beautiful māmā who was the catalyst for sparking my awareness of decolonising mamahood. To say Tehani’s journey is varied would be quite the understatement but ‘journey’ really is the perfect word – her entry into motherhood began with a traumatic c-section birth at 33 weeks which left her with a mental injury that she says was raw, her daughter had a long NICU stay, and she exclusively pumped for a while as well. Then, with her second, a home birth after cesarean, exclusive breastfeeding to extended breastfeeding, wet nursing, feeding to sleep, immersing her tamariki in Te Reo Māori, and becoming a single mama. Thank you, Tehani for trusting me with the gift of sharing your experience, there is so much power in these words…Thank you again to Edwards & Co for sponsoring this week's episode. Visit the Motherness Instagram account to enter our giveaway for a SnuzKot from Edwards & Co.Follow Tehani's Aro Māmā Instagram. Follow Skye Ross on Instagram. Follow Motherness on Instagram.

Bringing a baby home can be one of the best days of a family’s life, but what happens when they also bring home birth trauma at the same time? While only 9% of women who give birth in the US experience birth PTSD, trauma can affect up to 25% of postpartum women. Today we are joined by Dr. Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, a health psychologist, IBCLC, owner of Praeclarus Press, and editor-in-chief of two peer-reviewed journals. She takes time out to talk to us about Psychological Trauma in Birth and how we can help to prevent or mitigate its effects on the mother and family.   Listen and Learn:   What can cause psychological birth trauma and what it looks like What would change if we always considered the impact of how we treat mothers and whether it fosters oxytocin Where parents can turn for help if trauma has occurred How trauma can be treated and minimized with quick response   Resources & Mentions: The National Center for PTSD Birth Interventions Related to Lower Rates of Exclusive Breastfeeding and Increased Risk of Postpartum Depression in a Large Sample by Kathleen Kendall-Tackett

Bringing a baby home can be one of the best days of a family’s life, but what happens when they also bring home birth trauma at the same time? While only 9% of women who give birth in the US experience birth PTSD, trauma can affect up to 25% of postpartum women. Today we are joined by Dr. Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, a health psychologist, IBCLC, owner of Praeclarus Press, and editor-in-chief of two peer-reviewed journals. She takes time out to talk to us about Psychological Trauma in Birth and how we can help to prevent or mitigate its effects on the mother and family.   Listen and Learn:   What can cause psychological birth trauma and what it looks like What would change if we always considered the impact of how we treat mothers and whether it fosters oxytocin Where parents can turn for help if trauma has occurred How trauma can be treated and minimized with quick response   Resources & Mentions: The National Center for PTSD Birth Interventions Related to Lower Rates of Exclusive Breastfeeding and Increased Risk of Postpartum Depression in a Large Sample by Kathleen Kendall-Tackett

In this episode, we speak to Kathleen Pellechia, a nutrition knowledge management specialist at Alive & Thrive, to understand the challenges on both an international and national level to encouraging exclusive breastfeeding.

In this episode, we talk to Kathleen Pellecia, a nutrition knowledge management specialist at Alive & Thrive, to understand the challenges on both an international and national level to encouraging exclusive breastfeeding.

If your baby needs supplementation shortly after birth, you may asking yourself a million different questions. Will you be able to make enough milk to eventually breastfeed? What are your options for supplementation during this time? Should you pump? And what's the best way to transition to the breast?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can exclusively breastfeeding a baby lengthen their telomeres, or the protective caps on their DNA? Shorter telomeres are linked to a higher risk of health problems like heart disease and diabetes later on in life. While studying obesity in a group of Latino children, epidemiologist Janet Wojcicki of the University of California, San Francisco noticed a connection between telomere length and breastfeeding habits. "Exclusive breastfeeding at 4 to 6 weeks of age and breastfeeding at 6 months were associated with longer telomere length in children at 4 to 5 years of age." Telomeres protect our cells as they divide and help prevent chronic disease. This is the first study linking breastfeeding and diet to early telomere shortening, and may help researchers predict and work to prevent conditions early in a child’s life. "This can be seen as in the realm of precision medicine – how do we use this particular tool, maybe, to help the risk prediction for future development of metabolic disease?"