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