Sharing breastmilk is not a new idea, but it is being discussed more and more these days. Milk sharing can be done both formally and informally and we will chat about both in this episode.

Resource of the day: Human Milk Baking Association of North America and the Bronson Mothers’ Milk Bank

For more information on NEC,  check out our podcast interview with Jennifer Canvasser and also the NEC Society

Informal milk sharing websites:

Human Milk for Human Babies

MilkShare

Eats On Feets

Check out these studies that we discussed on the shows: 

Microbial Contamination Of Human Milk Purchased Via The Internet 

Cow’s Milk Contamination Of Human Milk Purchased Via The Internet 

Other Links of Interest:

Paced Bottle Feeding

How much milk to put in the bottle 

Bottlefeeding Podcast 

YouTube video of paced bottle feeding 

Best For Babes 

Jennifer Canvasser’s article on the healing powers of breastmilk

In The News:

4 Reasons Woman Should NEVER Breastfeed in Public YouTube Video

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This week on the podcast we share quick tips for engorgement. Although completely normal after birth when colostrum is transitioning to mature milk, it can be painful to deal with. Let us help you. Great listen for pregnant mamas!

Resource of the week: Kelly Mom information on engorgement

Getting off the to best start with breastfeeding podcast episode

Visit our Working and Breastfeeding page for more information on hand expression.

We also have a great YouTube video demonstrating hand expression.

Reverse pressure softening technique to help with engorgement.

In the News: This Is Why Your Baby Doesn’t Sleep Through The Night

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Happy Holidays!

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This week on the podcast Barbara and Barb continue talking about traveling for breastfeeding mothers. Air travel for working moms is a common reality for many woman who are breastfeeding. There are a lot of logistics to work out! We will discuss important information to help make traveling for work easier for you!

Resource of the day:

TSA guidelines 

CDC information 

Holiday travel tips for breastfeeding moms 

Paced bottle feeding is important if you will be away from your baby for an extended period of time! 

Hand expression resources 

Visit our YouTube channel for videos on both paced bottle feeding and hand expression.

In the news: Delta prohibits carry-on breastpump, apologizes later

Thanks so much for listening today! Please join the discussion at our Facebook page! Also, we would love if you could rate and review the podcast on iTunes so that other mothers can find this resource!

Have a great day!

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This week on the podcast, Barbara and Barb chat about breastfeeding during the holidays! This time of year can be such a joyous season, but can also come with a lot of stress when you have young children. Breastfeeding mamas in particular may need to some help navigating this busy season-so let us help you!…

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This week on the podcast Barbara and Barb chat about breastfeeding and medication safety. We share wonderful resources so that you can make informed health care decisions. In the news this week: Similac is back with another commercial getting us fired up here at the Breastfeeding Center in Ann Arbor!   Resources of the week: …

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This week’s podcast episode is for everyone- Bottle feeding breast milk or formula feeding alike.  Learning how to bottle feed your baby whether you choose to breastfeed or formula feed is important information for parents and caregivers to have. How you give a bottle matters and we will discuss why! How can you make bottle…

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This week on the podcast, we have a wonderful interview to share with you. Alyssa Schnell IBCLC has a special place in her heart for helping mothers through adoption and surrogacy to breastfeed their babies. She is the author of Breastfeeding Without Birthing: A Breastfeeding Guide for Mothers Through Adoption, Surrogacy, and Other Special Circumstances.…

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The breastfeeding market is exploding! There are so many products available and so this week on the podcast Barbara and Barb discuss what you really need for breastfeeding? Do you really need anything at all? Barb’s favorite breastfeeding products: 1. A good breastfeeding pillow. Barb Loves the My Brest Friend Pillow. 2. Breast pads 3.…

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This week on the podcast, Barbara and Barb take on the topic of how to become and IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant). If you are an aspiring lactation consultant or think it may be something you are interested in, this show will be very helpful for you.     Show Notes: If you are…

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This week on the podcast, Barbara and Barb discuss pregnancy and tandem nursing. This is a topic that isn’t talked about much, but is happening more than we might think! Some people plan on continuing breastfeeding while pregnant, while others it just happens unexpectedly. Either way, there are many misconceptions about nursing while pregnant and…

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