Breastfeeding Medicine Podcast

Breastfeeding Medicine Podcast episodes:

• 05.19.2024

  EEG findings during lactation, Childhood BMI & breastfeeding, Bone density during lactation, ABM's statement on paid maternity leave, & cannabis use during lactation with with Anne Eglash MD & Karen B

  It's a long podcast as we take a tour through EEG waves while nursing vs pumping, the relationship between maternal BMI, infant feeding & childhood BMI, & ABMs statement on paid maternity leave. We end with a detailed discussion on...

  
• 02.18.2024

  Breastmilk Activity Against COVID 19, Probiotic Effect on Maternal Mood Postpartum, & Cholesterol Changes During Lactation with Anne Eglash MD, NABBLM-C, FABM & Karen Bodnar MD, NABBLM-C, FABM

  We first discuss the various factors in breastmilk besides antibodies that can neutralize SARS-CoV-2, & then whether it is possible that probiotics could affect postpartum mood. We wrap up with a review of cholesterol changes during pregnancy & lactation. Recorded in...

  
• 12.10.2023

  Secretory Activation, & Microchimerism Among Breastfed Infants with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC, FABM & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC, FABM

  How do researchers measure secretory activation, & what is the relationship between a measure of secretory activation & milk volume? Join us to find out what microchimerism is & whether maternal cells take up residence in their infant via breastfeeding! Recorded...

  
• 09.03.2023

  Pump Technology - An Interview with Eva Nagy-Gannon with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC, FABM

  How do infants & pumps differ in terms of the mechanisms of milk removal? What are the risks of pumping? What are ideal features of a breast pump? Join us to learn more about the world of pumps. There are...

  
• 06.05.2023

  Management of Hyperbilirubinemia in the Newborn Infant with Dr. Eliza Hayes Bakken & Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC

  If you have not read through the AAP’s update on clinical practice guidelines regarding hyperbilirubinemia, here is your chance to hear from an expert on the key points of the guidelines & some clinical pearls for managing newborn jaundice. Recorded in...

  
• 04.04.2023

  4th Trimester Care - An Interview with Dr. Malasa Kahn with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC

  4th trimester care, at its best, challenges the paradigms of care that are typical in routine medical care, which leaves gaps in care of parents & infants who are transitioning from pregnancy & birth. We take a deep dive regarding...

  
• 03.05.2023

  Adult Neuropathy & Breastfeeding. Injecting Steroids into a Lactating Breast. Breastfeeding & Special Education Needs. Tissue Repair According to Feeding Type. With cohosts Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Kar

  Join us to find out the relationship between adult peripheral neuropathy & breastfeeding. Is it safe to breastfeed after injecting steroids into mammary IGM lesions? We discuss a Scottish study that evaluated rates of breastfeeding among children who required...

  
• 11.20.2022

  The Effect of Donor Milk Supplementation Early Postpartum, Nonprofit & For-Profit Human Milk Sharing, Complementary Feeding in Premature Infants, & an Invitro Pharmacologic Model for Testing Medicatio

  This is a long podcast with great discussions on pasteurized donor milk given early postpartum, milk sharing in the community, complementary feeding in premature infants & an amazing model to test the diffusion of medications across milk producing cells. Recorded in...

  
• 08.28.2022

  The Effect of Human Milk on High Blood Pressure in Children, & the American Academy of Pediatric Updated Policy on Human Milk with Cohosts Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  In addition to discussing the effect of breastfeeding on childhood hypertension, Karen & Anne comb through the AAP policy changes with several commentaries. Recorded in August 2022.

  
• 06.19.2022

  Maternal Vitamin D Supplementation & Infant Bone Density. Experiences of Women Who Planned to Exclusively Pump. With Cohosts Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  We discuss well- designed research on the effect of maternal vitamin D supplementation as compared to direct infant vitamin D supplementation on infant bone density. We then have a detailed discussion on what we can learn from women who planned...

  
• 04.24.2022

  Breastfeeding & Arterial Stiffness. The Effect of Breastfeeding on Carotid Artery Intima Thickness. Wearable Breast Pumps at Work. The Relationship Between Breastfeeding & Snoring. With Cohosts Anne E

  We take a tour through a few breastfeeding research topics, including the difference in arterial stiffness in young adults based on their breastfeeding histories, the relationship between carotid wall thickness among women based on their duration of breastfeeding, the experiences...

  
• 03.16.2022

  Breastfeeding Twins! Conversations with Carly Dulabon MD, Rima Strassman MD, Regina DePietro MD, & Heather Saha MD with Cohosts Anne Eglash MD & Karen Bodnar MD

  Breastfeeding twins has its unique challenges. Listen to advice given by our guests, 4 physicians who have breastfed twins. We discuss what it is like to pump for twins in the NICU, the experience of bringing twins home, challenges with...

  
• 01.16.2022

  Partner Support, Supporting Breastfeeding During Parent or Child Hospitalization, & Colostrum Volumes in the First 48 Hours, with Cohosts Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  What are the best ways for partners to support lactation? Join us for a conversation based on a study of qualitative interviews of lactating women who share their perspectives on partner support. There are several issues to consider when designing...

  
• 11.07.2021

  Review of a Potpourri of Research Topics with Cohosts Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  What are the breastfeeding benefits of having 2 hours of quiet time on postpartum units? Did you know parental exercise increases a substance in milk that affects infant fat metabolism? What do we really know about breast/chest irradiation in children...

  
• 08.22.2021

  Review of Hypoglycemia & Breastfeeding with Cohosts Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  What blood sugar defines hypoglycemia, & what is the best way to manage it, to prevent babies from preferring bottles, & to optimize lactation success? Join us as we discuss key takeaway points from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine's updated...

  
• 07.04.2021

  Postpartum Hemorrhage & Inverted Nipples with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  Join us to learn the most common causes of postpartum hemorrhage & how skin to skin & breastfeeding should be considered central in the prevention & management of this major cause of maternal death. We then have a broad discussion...

  
• 05.16.2021

  T&em Nursing; Comparative Lactation; The Calming Effect of Breastmilk Odor; Risk of Febrile Seizures in Breastfed Children; Antihistamines During Lactation; Nipple Trauma with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC &

  We start out by discussing a study that evaluates milk composition during t&em nursing. We then review findings of a few very well-done studies- one on the calming effect of breastmilk odor, & another on the relationship between breastfeeding &...

  
• 04.04.2021

  Complications of Frenotomy; Lactation Complications of Breast Augmentation Via Injected Material; The Choosing Wisely Campaign; With Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  Laser frenotomy is not without risk, & we present a published case demonstrating possible complications of the procedure. Injecting materials is a risky alternative to FDA approved breast implant placement for augmentation. We review a case that had disastrous complications...

  
• 01.31.2021

  Lactation Insufficiency & Obesity, Drug Treatment of Nipple Vasospasm, Finger Feeding vs Syringe Feeding, & the Association Between Breastfeeding & Breast Density with Cohosts Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC &

  We will discuss various theories to explain the connection between obesity & lactation insufficiency. There are several options to treat vasospasm, & we will discuss how we decide what to use. Do you advise finger feeding? Listen up to learn...

  
• 12.20.2020

  The COVID 19 mRNA Vaccine During Breastfeeding with Cohosts Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe during breastfeeding? If given to a breastfeeding mother, will it protect the breastfeeding infant from SARS-CoV-2 infection? Join us to find out! Recorded in December 2020.

  
• 11.08.2020

  Melatonin in Breastmilk, Endocrine Disruptors in Breastmilk, Rusty Pipe Syndrome, a 67 Yo Breastfeeding Mother, COVID-19. With Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  We start with the role of melatonin in breastmilk, then discuss the various environmental contaminants may disrupt mammary gl& development. We then touch on rusty pipe syndrome, discuss a case of a 67yo woman who becomes pregnant & breastfeeds, &...

  
• 09.06.2020

  Toxic Shock Syndrome from Mastitis, a Review of Abstracts Regarding Oxytocin, Pacifier Use, Safety of Breastmilk vs Formula, & COVID 19 with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  What are the symptoms of toxic shock syndrome in moms with mastitis? How does oxytocin alter maternal interpretation of emotions? What drives pacifier use? Oh, & how risky is donor milk vs formula? All that, & short discussion of COVID...

  
• 09.06.2020

  Toxic Shock Syndrome from Mastitis and a review of abstracts regarding oxytocin, pacifier use, safety of breastmilk vs formula, & COVID 19 with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  What are the symptoms of toxic shock syndrome in moms with mastitis? How does oxytocin alter maternal interpretation of emotions? What drives pacifier use? Oh, and how risky is donor milk vs formula? All that, and short discussion of COVID...

  
• 07.05.2020

  Breastfeeding & Breast Cancer, with Katrina Mitchell MD, IBCLC, Helen Johnson MD, Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  Listen in on Karen & Anne's discussion with Drs. Mitchell & Johnson as we review breastfeeding issues for women with a history of breast cancer, or who are diagnosed during pregnancy or postpartum. You are certain to learn something! Recorded in...

  
• 05.03.2020

  Human Milk Banking & the SARS-CoV-2 Virus, with Summer Kelly RN, Kim Updegrove CNM, Amy Vickers RN, Lindsay Groff MBA, & Anne Eglash MD

  The dem&, access, & use of pasteurized donor human milk has changed since the COVID-19 p&emic. The executive directors of 3 large, successful nonprofit milk banks that are members of the Human Milk Banking of North America organization answer commonly...

  
• 04.19.2020

  Newborn Clinic & Caring for COVID+ Mothers in Upper Manhattan with Melissa Glassman MD, IBCLC, Minna Saslaw MD, Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  Around the country it is common for new mother-infant dyads to leave their maternity centers earlier than pre-COVID-19. Since so many medical offices are closed to COVID+ individuals, how can COVID+ mothers find follow up for their newborn(s)? Drs Glassman...

  
• 03.22.2020

  Adapting the Practice of Breastfeeding Medicine During the COVID-19 P&emic with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC, & Panelists

  Our medical practices are changing minute by minute with the exponential spread of COVID-19 in our communities. Join us for a discussion with physicians internationally who share their insights, policies, & practices from inpatient to outpatient experiences. Recorded in March 2020.

  
• 03.01.2020

  Hyperlactation Protocol, & Breastfeeding & the Corona Virus COVID-19 with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  Join us to learn how to evaluate & treat oversupply (hyperlactation). What are the behavioral option for treatment, & when is medical treatment indicated? Does the corona virus transmit into breastmilk? Listen & you shall learn! Recorded in February 2020.

  
• 01.19.2020

  Consent for PDHM on the Floor, Risk of Formula Early Postpartum, & the Relationship Between BFHI & SUPC By Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  Is there healthcare inequity in the use of pasteurized donor milk (PDHM) in hospitals among well newborns? What is the role of consent for PDHM? Why does supplementation of cow's milk formula early postpartum increase the risk of cow's milk...

  
• 10.27.2019

  Osteopontin, Maternal BMI & Breast Anatomy, & 2017 Stats with Anne Eglash MD IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  We delve into detail regarding osteopontin & its possible role in infant health. Our discussion about maternal BMI & breast anatomy digresses into the challenges of measuring breast growth, & the need for breastfeeding risk scoring. Learn about breastfeeding rates...

  
• 08.25.2019

  Breastfeeding Support at Work for Health Professional Trainees with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC, Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  Are you working on comprehensive breastfeeding support for medical trainees who are lactating? Or, are you a breastfeeding medical trainee in search of support at your institution? Either way, join us for a comprehensive discussion on key issues in the...

  
• 07.14.2019

  Early Routine Limited Formula Supplementation, with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC, FABM & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC, FABM, FAAP

  While we discuss the results of Dr. Flaherman's study on the effect of routine small volumes of formula on duration of breastfeeding, we will me&er through several issues regarding newborn weight loss, ethics of routine supplementation, optimal breastfeeding support postpartum,...

  
• 05.12.2019

  Diets, Brain Dysmaturation in Premies, the Thymus Gl&, & Lipase in Milk with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC, FABM

  Infants with refractory seizures may be prescribed a ketogenic diet- how does that work with breastfeeding? What is brain dysmaturation in premature infants, & why does breastfeeding play a central role in brain regeneration? The thymus gl& differs greatly in...

  
• 03.25.2019

  Breast Cancer, Autoimmune Diseases, Infertility, & HIV with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Katrina Mitchell MD, IBCLC

  Join us to find out about the relationship between long non-coding RNA levels & duration of breastfeeding, which autoimmune diseases worsen when prolactin is elevated, stats on infertility & breastfeeding rates, & attitudes of providers regarding women with HIV who...

  
• 02.11.2019

  Breastfeeding the NICU grad by Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  When are premature infants ready to breastfeed? Should all NICU grads receive fortified breastmilk? How long should fortification continue? Join us to learn more about these topics & more! Recorded in December 2018.

  
• 12.17.2018

  Tube Feeding, Intranasal Human Milk, Placentophagy, & Infantile Colic by Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  What is your opinion about breastfeeding for a mother on epileptic meds? What would you advise to breastfeeding mother about feeding her infant with PKU? How does colostrum change with maternal age, in terms of its ability to fend off...

  
• 10.29.2018

  Epilepsy, PKU in the infant, the role of Colostrum in Preventing Giardia with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC, & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  What is your opinion about breastfeeding for a mother on epileptic meds? What would you advise to breastfeeding mother about feeding her infant with PKU? How does colostrum change with maternal age, in terms of its ability to fend off...

  
• 10.01.2018

  Marijuana & Breastfeeding with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  Dr. Bodnar summarizes the major points in the AAP's 2018 statement on marijuana during pregnancy & breastfeeding. Learn the latest recommendations on how to counsel families regarding perinatal marijuana use! Recorded in September 2018.

  
• 07.23.2018

  Breast Masses & Other Breast Anatomy Factoids with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC, & Katrina Mitchell MD

  How would you work up a nursing mother with a breast mass? We will share what we thought. Do you underst& all of the radiology terminology used to describe masses? Are there really ductal sinuses? What are current recommendations for...

  
• 06.04.2018

  Autism Spectrum Disorder & Breastfeeding, Breast Cancer Biomarkers in Breastmilk, Radiologic Evaluation of a Breast Mass, & Fenugreek as a Galactogogue with Anne Eglash MD & Karen Bodnar MD

  There are several theoretic reasons why breastfeeding may alter the expression of autism spectrum disorder, but what does a recent study suggest? Learn about status of research on detection of pregnancy associated breast cancer. Would you agree with our discussion...

  
• 04.23.2018

  Topical Meds in Breastfeeding, & Iron Supplementation in Exclusively Breastfed Infants with Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC

  We review many topical medications during breastfeeding such as antifungals, antibacterials, topical steroids, iodine, insecticides, hair dyes, & many more. This is followed by a review of studies on routine supplementation of iron in exclusively breastfed infants. Join us! Recorded in...

  
• 02.26.2018

  Carotenoids, Ectopic Breast Tissue, Daytime vs Night time Cesarean Births, & Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Anne Eglash M.D. IBCLC FABM

  What the heck are carotenoids, & why are they in breastmilk, but not formula? Does Breastfeeding protect from inflammatory bowel disease? Does birthing at night via Cesarean mess up mom's circadian rhythm? Do you know signs of elusive ectopic breast...

  
• 01.22.2018

  2017 Breastfeeding Year in Review with Anne Eglash MD

  We had a windfall of clinical information hit the journals in 2017, topics ranging from donor milk & complementary feeding to allergies & breastfeeding during pregnancy. Join us for some downright awesome evidence! Recorded in January 2018.

  
• 12.11.2017

  The Upper Lip Frenulum & The Role of Sucking Pressures in Milk Volumes after Cesarean with Anne Eglash MD & Karen Bodnar MD

  Join us to learn about the frequency of upper lip frenulums, & how to rate them. What do you know about typical infant sucking pressures, & what happens to milk volumes when mothers add pumping to nursing after undergoing cesarean...

  
• 11.13.2017

  An Interview with Elizabeth Bayne, Producer of the Upcoming Movie "Chocolate Milk" with host Anne Eglash MD

  Join in for a sneak preview about the movie Chocolate Milk, the background & goals of the film, & listen in on our conversation about contemporary challenges that African American women face in the US health care system & society...

  
• 10.23.2017

  Breastfeeding & Jaundice with Anne Eglash MD & Karen Bodnar MD

  Join us to learn why breastfeeding babies have higher bilirubin levels, how to evaluate prolonged jaundice, & strategies to manage breastfeeding when the bilirubin is elevated. Recorded in September 2017.

  
• 08.14.2017

  Breastfeeding & Rheumatologic Diseases, Suction & Prolactin, & Breastmilk Microbiome by Anne Eglash MD

  What happens to rheumatologic disease activity during breastfeeding? Find out the role of an infant's sucking pressure in mom's prolactin level. We've discussed infant microbiome & mode of delivery, but is there a difference in breast microbiome between women who...

  
• 07.03.2017

  Breastfeeding, Obesity, Cortisol, & Saggy Breasts by Anne Eglash MD & Karen Bodnar MD

  How strong is the research regarding breastfeeding's effect on childhood obesity? Cortisol is indeed in breastmilk, but why? Does mom's stress level effect infant weight? &, the secret to the sagging breast. Join us to find out! Recorded in March...

  
• 05.08.2017

  Breastfeeding the child with type 1 diabetes, Oligosaccharides & Cows Milk Allergy by Anne Eglash MD & Karen Bodnar MD

  Listen as we review the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine's protocol on how to manage diabetes in the breastfed infant & toddler. The research on oligosaccharides is so intriguing, we can't stop reporting on the amazing role these non-absorbable sugars play...

  
• 02.27.2017

  A Round Robin of Breastfeeding Topics with Anne Eglash MD & Kathy Leeper MD

  We run through a variety of unusual topics covered by Lactmed including tattooing, dialysis, insecticides, maternal chemotherapy & more. Kathy reviews a recent large prospective study researching the effect of breastmilk on the premature infant's brain & cognition. Recorded in February...