Podcast appearances and mentions of robin kaplan

It's no secret that pregnancy takes a toll on the mother's body. Most parts of your body are probably getting bigger including your breasts. But, there are many other changes that your breasts are experiencing as they prepare to nurture the little one. I'm Robin Kaplan, an international Board certified Lactation Consultant, owner of the Sand Diego Breastfeeding Center and host of the Boob Group, Preggie Pal's sister show on breastfeeding. And, today we'll explore the 5 main changes your breast undergo while pregnant.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're a new parent and wanting resources this is the episode to tune into or share with a friend who would benefit from this information. Connect with Robin www.sdbfc.com https://www.facebook.com/SanDiegoBreastfeedingCenter https://www.instagram.com/san_diego_breastfeeding_center/ https://www.youtube.com/DIYbreastfeeding/playlists Robin Bio Robin Kaplan has been an IBCLC since 2009, the same year that she opened up the San Diego Breastfeeding Center. She founded the San Diego Breastfeeding Center Foundation in 2016, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to reduce breastfeeding/chestfeeding disparities among families of color and low-income families, as well as provide scholarships for women of color to become IBCLCs. Robin was the founding host of the Boob Group podcast and published her first book, Latch: a Handbook for Breastfeeding with Confidence at Every Stage in 2018. Robin is currently attending the Functional Nutrition Alliance to become a Functional Nutrition Counselor. In her free time, Robin enjoys hanging out with her two teenage boys, hiking, traveling, weaving, relaxing at the beach, cooking, and searching for the best chai latte. Where to connect with Andrea Website: https://andreaclaassen.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonallivingmamas Freebie: 5 Day Ayurvedic Challenge- https://andreaclaassen.com/5-day-ayurvedic-challenge Divine Body Wisdom Book- https://andreaclaassen.com/book Andrea Claassen Bio Andrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, RYT 500 hour yoga teacher, and Wild Woman Project Circle leader who has been in the wellness space since 2007. Her mission is to help people slow down, tune in, and connect to your divine body wisdom.  She does this by teaching her Peaceful Power Practices centered around movement, mindfulness & mother nature through an Ayurvedic lens. You can hear more from Andrea on her Peaceful Power Podcast where she aims to deliver actionable takeaways to live a more holistic lifestyle. Connect with Andrea on her website at www.andreaclaassen.com

When I'm working with an individual or couple who just had a baby, one of the first things I ask about is...SLEEP! Not the age old question you get from most other people: "how is the baby sleeping?" No, I want to know how YOU are sleeping. Postpartum can be a beast and a big part of that is often the lack of sleep that accompanies having a baby. Getting restorative rest can become even more challenging when navigating feeding. That's why I invited my own lactation consultant, friend and colleague, Robin Kaplan, onto the podcast today! Robin is sharing with us how we can get restorative rest while also honoring our feeding journey with baby. She offers tangible tips and tricks for pumping when you're trying to make sleep a priority. Robin is incredibly supportive and validates the fact that sleep impacts our mental health and how our mental health in turn impacts our children. You can learn more from Robin and access her resources at her Instagram @san_diego_breastfeeding_center! ----- Looking for more support in preparing your family for postpartum or thriving in that first year with baby? Prepared Postpartum will support you and your partner in putting in place all the strongest protective factors when it comes to your mental health, sleep and feeding. If you're already in the thick of the postpartum year we've got you covered with our course Flourish. Click here to learn more about Prepared Postpartum and Flourish in the First Year.

When I'm working with an individual or couple who just had a baby, one of the first things I ask about is...SLEEP! Not the age old question you get from most other people: "how is the baby sleeping?" No, I want to know how YOU are sleeping. Postpartum can be a beast and a big part of that is often the lack of sleep that accompanies having a baby. Getting restorative rest can become even more challenging when navigating feeding. That's why I invited my own lactation consultant, friend and colleague, Robin Kaplan, onto the podcast today! Robin is sharing with us how we can get restorative rest while also honoring our feeding journey with baby. She offers tangible tips and tricks for pumping when you're trying to make sleep a priority. Robin is incredibly supportive and validates the fact that sleep impacts our mental health and how our mental health in turn impacts our children. You can learn more from Robin and access her resources at her Instagram @san_diego_breastfeeding_center! ----- Looking for more support in preparing your family for postpartum or thriving in that first year with baby? Prepared Postpartum will support you and your partner in putting in place all the strongest protective factors when it comes to your mental health, sleep and feeding. If you're already in the thick of the postpartum year we've got you covered with our course Flourish. Click here to learn more about Prepared Postpartum and Flourish in the First Year.

Breastfeeding may be harder than you think, according to Julie Alexandria and San Diego Breastfeeding Center founder, Robin Kaplan.

It's possible you've never heard of “tongue tie,” but 5% of babies are born with this condition. If your little one has a tongue tie you likely understand how it impacts feeding your baby, from the bottle or breast. And if undiagnosed, it can affect speech development. In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I speak with author of the book, Latch: A Handbook for Breastfeeding with Confidence at Every Stage IBCLC, Robin Kaplan. Robin explains what tongue tie is, how to identify it, and ways to resolve it. She also discusses therapeutic tummy time, something I had not ever heard of before this!  SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Go to stitchfix.com/KIDS/YBB and get an extra 25% off when you keep everything in your box! And as a bonus, Stitch Fix will waive the $20 styling fee when you use this shows special URL- stitchfix.com/KIDS/YBB Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.com If you love what you've been listening to, please leave a rating and review! Yoga| Birth|Babies To connect with Deb and the PYC Community:  instagram & facebook: @prenatalyogacenter Youtube: Prenatal Yoga Center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steph and Dr. Elana recap the interviews with Robin Kaplan and Jill Castle about going back to work while breastfeeding and raising healthy eaters. They share how they implement boundaries and structure around meals, how they approach mealtime food battles and their take on snacking. They also share tips for talking to your employer about your rights as a nursing mama and provide strategies for reducing anxiety with this transition.  Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: A ‘day in the life’ of feeding their kids How they implement boundaries and structure around meals Their favorite bedtime snacks Elana’s plan for going back to work while nursing How to reduce anxiety when going back to work Tips for having an effective conversation with your employer Show Notes: Episodes 145 and 146 Breast shield sizing info Learn more about Whole Mamas Pregnancy Program and use code PODCASTS19 for $40 off your membership through Sept 1, 2019. Sign up for our Weekly Pregnancy Emails Take the Free Mini-Course at Dr. Elana’s Med School For Moms  Schedule an appointment with Dr. Elana Follow Steph and Elana on Instagram Whole Mamas Podcast Archive Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information, content, and material presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider. Consult with your qualified physician or healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding pregnancy or your prenatal treatment plan.

Returning to work can be a pivotal moment on your breastfeeding journey that stirs up all sorts of feelings. How can you prepare yourself, your baby, you caregivers and your workplace to set you up for physiological and emotional success? Robin Kaplan has answers. Check it out.   Get the most of this episode by checking out the resources and links listed on the show notes page at birthful.com/podcast-back-to-work-breastfeeding-emotions   Support our sponsors:  For 30% off your custom portrait from Paint Your Life and free shiping, text BIRTHFUL to 48-48-48 Subscribe to Unspoken Stories for free wherever you get your podcasts or listen at UnspokenStories.org   If you enjoy what you hear, make sure to subscribe! Click to join the Birthful Patreon Community, and get the extra content related to this episode Click to grab my free postpartum plan   Title music: “Vibe Ace” by Kevin MacLeod, at freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/ (©CC BY) Sponsorship music: “Air Hockey Saloon” by Chris Zabriskie, at freemusicarchive.org/music/Chris_Zabriskie/ (©CC BY)

Dr. Elana interviews Robin Kaplan, IBCLC about the emotional side of returning to work as a breastfeeding mama and how preparation can make all the difference to reduce anxiety and stress. They cover topics such as a parent’s rights while pumping at work, how to build a freezer stash, and what to do if baby won’t take the bottle. If you are a breastfeeding mama planning to go back to work soon, listen to this episode to get resources and support. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook. Topics Discussed: Reducing anxiety and stress going back to work as a nursing mama Your rights in your workplace and busting pumping myths Building a freezer stash Avoiding low milk supply How to ensure baby will take a bottle while you are away at work Resources and ongoing support for working mamas Show Notes: Robin’s Free Guide to Going Back to Work for Breastfeeding Parents  Breastfeeding for the Working Family online course  Breaktime for Nursing Mothers  Office of Women's Health - Supporting Nursing Moms at Work Help!  My baby won't take a bottle.  CDC How to Keep your Breast Pump Kit Clean Learn more about Whole Mamas Pregnancy Program Subscribe to our Weekly Pregnancy Emails Dr. Elana’s Med School For Moms Schedule an appointment with Dr. Elana Follow Steph and Elana on Instagram Whole Mamas Podcast Archive Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information, content, and material presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider. Consult with your qualified physician or healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding pregnancy or your prenatal treatment plan.

In this episode I sit down with Robin Kaplan, founder of the San Diego Breastfeeding Center and author of Latch. Robin has her Masters in Education and is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. In this episode we explore the experience of going back to work for breastfeeding families from an emotional, relational, and logistical perspective. Robin shares some incredible resources in the episode, here are links to the resources mentioned: Free Guide to Going Back to Work for Breastfeeding Parents Breastfeeding for the Working Parent E-Course (with $15 discount code for Holding Space listeners) Resource for laws that protect breastfeeding and pumping parents' rights for pumping at work Amazing resource for thinking outside of the box for pumping locations DIY Breastfeeding video on baby-led bottlefeeding    

In this episode I sit down with Robin Kaplan, founder of the San Diego Breastfeeding Center and author of Latch. Robin has her Masters in Education and is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. In this episode we explore the experience of going back to work for breastfeeding families from an emotional, relational, and logistical perspective. Robin shares some incredible resources in the episode, here are links to the resources mentioned: Free Guide to Going Back to Work for Breastfeeding Parents Breastfeeding for the Working Parent E-Course (with $15 discount code for Holding Space listeners) Resource for laws that protect breastfeeding and pumping parents' rights for pumping at work Amazing resource for thinking outside of the box for pumping locations DIY Breastfeeding video on baby-led bottlefeeding

Robin Kaplan, M.Ed., IBCLC is a lactation consultant in San Diego, CA. She started the San Diego Breastfeeding Center in 2009 and is the author of a new book, Latch: A Handbook for Breastfeeding with Confidence at Every Stage. She recently launched an online course Breastfeeding for the Working Family (use code BIRTHKWEENS15 for $15 off). Here’s an overview of what’s covered in this episode: Some common mental, emotional, and logistical concerns of breastfeeding parents regarding going back to work How/when to prepare for going back to work while breastfeeding. (Click here to get Robin’s guide for going back to work) Why it’s important to make friends with your breast pump and considerations when getting yourself on a pumping schedule Introducing your baby to a bottle, and what to do if they’re having trouble taking one Video about baby led bottle feeding Some info about the legal protections for breastfeeding/pumping in America, including the websites Robin mentions, Break Time for Nursing Mothers and Supporting Nursing Moms at Work Click here to listen to Robin’s first interview with us about how to set yourself up for success with breastfeeding Click here to listen to Robin’s second interview about feeding a baby with tongue/lip ties Click here to buy Robin’s book! Click here to sign up for Robin’s new online course, Breastfeeding for the Working Family and use the code BIRTHKWEENS15 at checkout for $15 off. --- If you liked this episode of the Birth Kweens Podcast, tell your friends! And go to iTunes, Stitcher, GooglePlay, and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. For more from us, visit www.BirthKweens.com to sign up for our newsletter. Follow us on Instagram @BirthKweens, join our Facebook group the Birth Kweens Podcast Community, and email us at birthkweens@gmail.com with your questions, suggestions and feedback. Also, be sure to click here so that you can support the show while doing your regular Amazon shopping!

The gang chats with some creators at the Portland Indie Con. Plus, a review of Archie vs. Predator II & and spoiler-free review of Spider-Man Far From Home. Creators interviewed: Joemette Gil – Robin Kaplan – Steve Lieber – Mildred Loius – Reinelaren Support us at www.patreon.com/geekinthecity Brought to you by – Guardian Games – … Continue reading Issue 505 – Indie Comics Time →

Robin Kaplan, M.Ed., IBCLC is a lactation consultant in San Diego, CA. She launched the San Diego Breastfeeding Center in 2009 and has recently published her first book, Latch: A Handbook for Breastfeeding with Confidence at Every Stage. Robin was kind enough to sit down with the Birth Kweens to discuss the feeding implications of tongue and lip ties. Here’s an overview of what’s covered in this episode: What tongue and lip ties are (different types, where they’re found anatomically, etc.) How tongue/lip ties are diagnosed and whether lactation consultants are qualified to make a diagnosis How ties can impact breastfeeding and whether they always present a problem When ties usually start to impact feeding (whether it’s immediate or if issues can present later on) Whether a tie can impact a bottle fed baby Some of the things that parents can look for at home that might signify their baby has a tie What parents should do if they suspect their baby has a tie (including what type of care provider they should see to get it diagnoses/treated) What kind of lactation/feeding support a family usually needs after getting their baby’s tongue and/or lip ties revised Robin’s input on why it seems like there’s such a high incidence of lip and tongue ties these days Resources suggested by Robin Catherine Watson Genna’s website and Ghaheri’s website SDBFC’s blog on tongue/lip ties YouTube video about infant factor breastfeeding issues Frenectomy Home Care Info video https://tonguetie.net/?option=com_content&task=view&id=3&Itemid=3 Click here to listen to Robin’s first interview with us about how to set yourself up for success with breastfeeding Click here to buy Robin’s book!  SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR! Sign up for a subscription with Ritual Vitamins today! Get your daily multivitamin or prenatal delivered right to your door by visiting Ritual.com/kweens. Use the code KWEENS for 10% off during your first 3 months! --- If you liked this episode of the Birth Kweens Podcast, tell your friends! And go to iTunes, Stitcher, GooglePlay, and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. For more from us, visit www.BirthKweens.com to sign up for our newsletter. Follow us on Instagram @BirthKweens, join our Facebook group the Birth Kweens Podcast Community, and email us at birthkweens@gmail.com with your questions, suggestions and feedback. Also, be sure to click here so that you can support the show while doing your regular Amazon shopping!

I talk with Robin Kaplan about the importance of a good breastfeeding latch, along with what you can do if your baby has a shallow latch, a leaky latch, is developing sucking blisters, or takes way too long to feed, as well as how to save your nipples, and what to do when your older baby suddenly develops an uncomfortable latch. Check it out!   Get the most of this episode by checking out the resources and links listed on the show notes page at  birthful.com/podcast-breastfeeding-latch   Support our sponsors: Go to BranchBasics.com and use the code Birthful for 15% off a starter kit Go to mymyro.com/birthful and use the code birthful for 50% off your first order If you enjoy what you hear, make sure to subscribe! Click to grab my free postpartum plan   And if you want to connect with Adriana, reach out at: facebook.com/birthful twitter.com/birthful instagram.com/adrianika   Title music: “Vibe Ace” by Kevin MacLeod, at freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/ (©CC BY) Sponsorship music: “Air Hockey Saloon” by Chris Zabriskie, at freemusicarchive.org/music/Chris_Zabriskie/ (©CC BY)

Steph and Elana expand on key points that were shared in the last episode, Breastfeeding Insights with Robin Kaplan, IBCLC. They discuss why it can be helpful to find breastfeeding support BEFORE baby comes, the importance of choosing a lactation consultant that makes you feel comfortable and at ease, why restricting your diet can do more harm than good, and their personal wins and struggles with breastfeeding.   Topics Covered: Benefits of seeing a lactation consultant before baby arrives Why it’s okay to be picky about your lactation consultant Steph’s different breastfeeding journeys Elana’s experience navigating her daughter’s tongue tie Our thoughts on diet restrictions while nursing   Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook.   Show Notes: Episode 95 - Breastfeeding Insights with Robin Kaplan, IBCLC Healthy Mama, Happy Baby Virtual Pregnancy Program Nourish Kids Medicine Kit and Ebook Dr. Elana’s Medical Center: Nourish Medical Center Follow Steph and Elana on Instagram Whole Mamas Podcast homepage Disclaimer Please remember that the views on this podcast and website are not meant to be substituted for medical advice, shouldn’t be used to diagnose, treat or cure any conditions, and are intended for general information purposes only.

Elana interviews Robin Kaplan, International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and author the book Latch: A Handbook for Breastfeeding with Confidence at Every Stage. We discuss ways women can avoid breastfeeding challenges, the hot topic of tongue and lip ties, reflux issues with babies and so much more! Topics Discussed: How to be proactive in avoiding breastfeeding challenges What to expect with nipple tenderness Insight into lip and tongue tie revisions What mom can do to help her baby with reflux (does she really need to avoid all cruciferous veggies?!) Galactagogues to help with increasing breast milk supply Ovulating during nursing And more! Robin Kaplan is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), frequent media commentator on the topic of breastfeeding, and the author of the new book, Latch: A Handbook for Breastfeeding with Confidence at Every Stage. Robin is also the founding host of The Boob Group, a podcast about breastfeeding hosted by New Mommy Media. She founded the San Diego Breastfeeding Center in 2009 and is an established voice in the parenting world known equally for her knowledge about lactation and her commitment to supporting moms without judging them, a keystone of her center's philosophy. Robin offers in-person breastfeeding help for families in San Diego and throughout the world, through online consultations. Robin lives in San Diego, CA with her two sons, Benjamin and Ryan, and their dog, Ellie. She loves cooking, traveling, hiking, and going to the beach.   Shownotes: Order Robin's book Latch on Amazon Robin’s website: San Diego Breastfeeding Center Robin’s podcast: The Boob Group Robin’s YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram Mother Food: A Breastfeeding Diet Guide with Lactogenic Foods and Herbs - Build Milk Supply, Boost Immunity, Lift Depression, Detox, Lose Weight, Optimize a Baby's IQ, and Reduce Colic and Allergies by Hilary Jacobson Nourish Kids Medicine Kit and Ebook Healthy Mama, Happy Baby Pregnancy Program Dr. Elana’s Medical Center: Nourish Medical Center Follow Steph and Elana on Instagram

Robin Kaplan, M.Ed., IBCLC is a lactation consultant in San Diego, CA. She launched the San Diego Breastfeeding Center in 2009 and has recently published her first book, Latch: A Handbook for Breastfeeding with Confidence at Every Stage. Robin was kind enough to sit down with the Birth Kweens to discuss breastfeeding. Here’s an overview of what’s covered in this episode: A bit about Robin’s background and how she became a lactation consultant Info about Robin’s non-profit, the San Diego Breastfeeding Center Foundation The Boob Group Podcast An overview of the benefits of breastfeeding Some of the most common challenges that arise with breastfeeding The importance of getting support early on in a breastfeeding journey, especially if you’re having any challenges The role that partners/other family members can play in supporting the breastfeeding journey What the average breastfeeding journey looks like for the first couple of weeks The number of wet and dirty diapers you want to see and the number of feedings a baby should be doing in a 24 hour period The importance of honoring the forth trimester and how doing so supports breastfeeding If/when pacifiers and bottles should be introduced to a baby What the ‘witching hour’ is and why it happens How having flat or inverted nipples might impact breastfeeding and some tools that can be used to assist with breastfeeding in these situations Supple Cups Breast shells Lansinoh Latch Assist Some info about drinking alcohol while breastfeeding. Click hereto read the article from KellyMom.com that Robin references. Robin’s suggestions for helpful breastfeeding gear: Coconut oil (to use as nipple cream) Nursing pillow My Breast Friend Boppy Ergo Nursing Pillow Nesting Pilllow from Blessed Nest Something to baby wear in (some popular options are wraps,ring slings, or structured carriers such as the Ergo 360) An electric breast pump (a popular option is the Spectra) A hand pump Click here to buy Robin’s new book! --- If you liked this episode of the Birth Kweens Podcast, tell your friends! And go to iTunes, Stitcher, GooglePlay, and Spotify to rate/review/subscribe to the show. For more from us, visit www.BirthKweens.com to sign up for our newsletter. Follow us on Instagram @BirthKweens, join our Facebook group the Birth Kweens Podcast Community, and email us at birthkweens@gmail.com with your questions, suggestions and feedback. Also, be sure to click here so that you can support the show while doing your regular Amazon shopping!

In this episode I sit down with Robin Kaplan, founder of the San Diego Breastfeeding Center and author of Latch. Robin has her Masters in Education and is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. In this episode Robin debunks some breastfeeding myths, explains why so many women find themselves struggling when it comes to breastfeeding, explores the role of partner support, discusses the relationship between breastfeeding and intimacy, shares useful tips on transitioning back to work while breastfeeding, and answers tough questions like, "in our well-meaning efforts to support lactacting moms, did we take the idea of breast is best too far?" To read more about Robin's services and work, go to www.sdbfc.com, or buy her book Latch here!

In this episode I sit down with Robin Kaplan, founder of the San Diego Breastfeeding Center and author of Latch. Robin has her Masters in Education and is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. In this episode Robin debunks some breastfeeding myths, explains why so many women find themselves struggling when it comes to breastfeeding, explores the role of partner support, discusses the relationship between breastfeeding and intimacy, shares useful tips on transitioning back to work while breastfeeding, and answers tough questions like, "in our well-meaning efforts to support lactacting moms, did we take the idea of breast is best too far?" To read more about Robin's services and work, go to www.sdbfc.com, or buy her book Latch here!

Last episode we talked about how breastfeeding may be perfectly natural, but it’s not perfectly easy. There tend to be a few or a lot obstacles to overcome. But what does that actually look like? Dawn Pensack is here to share her stories. Check it out! Get the most of this episode by checking out the resources and links listed on the “show-notes” page at: birthful.com/podcastbreastfeedingpersistence If you enjoy what you hear, make sure to leave your rating or review. It really helps! And if you want to connect with Adriana, reach out at: facebook.com/birthful twitter.com/birthful instagram.com/adrianika   Title music: “Vibe Ace” by Kevin MacLeod, at freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/ (©CC BY) Sponsorship music: “Air Hockey Saloon” by Chris Zabriskie, at freemusicarchive.org/music/Chris_Zabriskie/ (©CC BY) What we talked about: Dawn’s two very different breastfeeding experiences Trying to breastfeed a preemie The problems with “comparison-itis” Feeling all the feelings through the heightened emotional lens of postpartum Conflicting breastfeeding messages “Letting your child down” Preparing differently Facing the new challenges of her second breastfeeding experience Getting creative by observing your child The satisfaction of turning things around The importance of having a helping partner Setting up a “nursing station” Breastfeeding = knowledge + support + persistence + creativity   Additional resources and articles: When Breastfeeding is Hard, from KellyMom.com 8 common breastfeeding struggles new mums need to know about, from Babyology 6 Common Breastfeeding Problems and How to Overcome Them, from Fit Pregnancy Setting Up a Cozy Breastfeeding Corner ILCA’s Find a Lactation Consultant Directory At Breast Supplementing, article by Diana West and Diane Wiessinger for Breastfeeding Today Feeding Tube for Infants (gavage), from Health Line   Related or mentioned podcast episodes: Common Breastfeeding Struggles, with Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, (episode # 121) 11 Breastfeeding Need-to-Knows, with Robin Kaplan, (episode # 79) Why Breastfeeding a Newborn is Different, with Theresa Nesbitt, (episode #82)   About Dawn Pensack As a little girl, Dawn Pensack dreamed of being a mother one day and wanted to raise her kids in a way very different than she was raised. Dawn knew there had to be more to this parenting thing and she was determined to find it. And she did. Dawn combined her years of working with children as a math teacher, her strong desire to bring happiness to families, and her love of spreading the love into a Family Happiness Coaching business that helps her fulfill her true purpose on a daily basis. Dawn works with parents who are struggling to have it all – a life, a career or business, and a family in the midst of a chaotic world. She reminds her clients that while it may not be easy, it’s possible to be the parent you want to be with the right tools and support. When Dawn isn’t working with her clients to help them ditch the yelling and guilt and become peaceful parents, you can find her outside with her horse, canoeing, or just enjoying the day with her husband and children. Find out more at  dawnpensack.com or follow the conversation on Facebook.

Breastfeeding Need-to-Knows - Today we’ll be taking on 11 breastfeeding need-to-knows! Consider these breastfeeding mini-facts as possible bumps-in-the-road that can be dealt with fairly easily with a bit of information and determination, but that can otherwise potentially derail your breastfeeding relationship. These include damaged nipples, baby weight loss, nipple shape, breast behavior, colostrum, hind-milk and fore-milk, D-MER, and more. Robin Kaplan tells us more. Check it out.   Get the most of this episode by checking out the resources and links listed on the “show-notes” page at: birthful.com/podcastbreastfeedingneedtoknows/   If you enjoy what you hear, make sure to leave your rating or review on iTunes. It really helps!   And if you want to connect with Adriana, reach out at: facebook.com/birthful twitter.com/birthful instagram.com/adrianika   This episode of birthful is possible thanks to NaturalBreastfeeding.com and the Birthful Patreon supporters.   Title music: “Vibe Ace” by Kevin MacLeod, at freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/ (©CC BY) Sponsorship music: “Air Hockey Saloon” by Chris Zabriskie, at freemusicarchive.org/music/Chris_Zabriskie/ (©CC BY)

When I (Alyssa) began my nursing journey almost 20 years ago, nursing in public was a BIG DEAL.  There would be criticism by others.  There was the dilemma about how and whether to cover up.  It made it pretty challenging to leave the house and still feel like you could meet the needs of your baby.  What really surprises me is that this situation hasn't changed much since then - even though many more parents are breastfeeding now!  But I hope that change is on the horizon. Robin gives us lots of information on how today's new parents can be part of that change to make nursing in public more accessible and comfortable for all. 

Weaning is simply part of the breastfeeding process. But, when should you start? Which feedings should you eliminate first and why? And how can the medication sudafed help with the whole process? Plus, do you need to wean once you become pregnant? Robin Kaplan from the San Diego Breastfeeding Center shares some tips to help moms with their breastfeeding challenges.