Joining us for a 3 part mini series is Joelleen Winduss Paye IBCLC Lactation Consultant, Naturopath, Midwife, Educator and Founder of JWP Care. Joelleen is a holistic lactation consultant with over 13 years of experience supporting breastfeeding families. She combines her knowledge to help parents feel guided and confident in their feeding journey. As a holistic Lactation Consultant, Joelleen offers consultations at the Maternal Infant Wellbeing clinic in Parkville, in-home visits in most inner-Melbourne suburbs and virtual consultations worldwide.

In today's episode - we are discussing bottle refusal. Joelleen shares her insights and practical advice to help parents navigate this common issue.

Key Discussion Points:

**Timestamp: 00:00:02** - Introducing the episode and special guest, Joelleen Windus Paye.

**Timestamp: 00:01:11** - Understanding the timing of bottle refusal and its unexpected occurrences beyond the newborn stage.

**Timestamp: 00:03:33** - Factors contributing to bottle refusal, including temperament, teething, and feeding technique.

**Timestamp: 00:07:16** - Strategies to establish a positive association with the bottle, including introducing a pacifier and respecting baby's cues.

**Timestamp: 00:09:29** - Seeking professional support from lactation consultants and considering bodywork alternatives.

**Timestamp: 00:10:44** - Exploring options like cup feeding and transitioning from bottle to cup.

**Timestamp: 00:13:00** - Emphasizing the flexibility of feeding methods, including sippy cups, straw cups, and other alternatives.

Resources discussed in episode:

Bottle refusal post on @jwp.ibclc Instagram JWP Instagram Post: Introducing A Bottle

Paced bottle feeding Post on @jwp.ibclc Instagram JWP Instagram Post: Paced Bottle Feeding

Bottle articles from Rachel Obrien IBCLC JWP Instagram Post: Introducing A Bottle

360 Cup (start after 5 months of age)

Teaching your baby to drink from a straw cup + cup

Connect with Joelleen:

Website: ⁠www.jwp.care⁠

IG: ⁠@jwp.ibclc⁠

Facebook :⁠https://www.facebook.com/jwp.ibclc⁠

Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0MKNDTz0Fnc5du5XDyF0lI⁠

Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eMBFQenx9A⁠

Join Joelleen for a live Preparing For Breastfeeding Workshop:  https://jwp.care/live-workshop/ (Sept 6th, Nov 8th) Use code SLEEP20 for 20% off your ticket

My favourite black out blinds:

⁠Mahalo Eco Blinds ⁠(use code LETSSLEEP5 for 10% off)

**Jazz Kostov is a Family Sleep and Wellness Coach and Founder of Let's Sleep. She has a 10 year background as a Midwife, Nurse and MCHN and has supported 1000's of families to sleep well. Jazz gets such a thrill seeing parents confidence grow so they can have off-routine days, take trips and see parents fit in the things they love to do while navigating their baby’s sleep needs. That is what life is all about. Jazz is the Host of The Let's Sleep Podcast and Co-Host of Beyond Biz Podcast. She has been featured by Mamamia in their Baby Sleep audio series.**