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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 Happy World Breastfeeding Week! How are you celebrating? This week Barbara and Barb chat about the benefits of breastfeeding along with the risks of formula feeding.  Also, Donald Trump made breastfeeding news last week! Hear what we have to say about it!     Show Notes:   Formula recalls do happen more often then we…

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Nipple Shields! What are they and why might a breastfeeding mother need this tool? Barbara and Barb discuss all things nipple shields.     What is a nipple shield? Here’s a great picture of one in use! Note the milk in the shield!     Resource of the Day: Kellymom has a lot of great evidence…

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This week on the podcast Barbara and Barb speak with expert Dr. Alison Hazelbaker about tongue tie. Dr. Hazelbaker’s original research on tongue-tie, done in 1993, has changed clinical practice both in the USA and abroad. We discuss the new thoughts on tongue tie and treatment options.   Visit Dr. Alison Hazelbaker’s website to learn…

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This week on the podcast, we discuss breastfeeding the newborn baby. How much should a newborn baby breastfeed? Barbara and Barb dive into what is normal and how to tell your breastfed baby is doing well. This is a great episode to share with new mothers and expecting mothers! Show Notes: Find an IBCLC.  Check…

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Today we have another special podcast episode for you! Are you a breastfeeding mother returning to work? Barbara introduces the new iLactate phone app to help mothers more successfully return to work while maintaining their breastfeeding relationship. We are very excited about this new tool! Check it out, share, and please let us know what…

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Happy Mother’s Day from the Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor! As a Mother’s Day Special we decided to talk to mom’s about their favorite part of breastfeeding and the most surprising thing about breastfeeding. You are doing a wonderful job and we hope you have a wonderful day celebrating with your family!   Enjoy!  

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This week on the podcast Barbara and Barb chat with a very special guest. Jennifer Canvasser, founder of the NEC Society speaks out about the importance of human milk for premature babies and why her mission is so important and close to her heart.   WHO Feeding Guidelines state that ” Only under exceptional circumstances can a…

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