As NICU mothers, our breastfeeding journeys often times look different than the ones we may have envisioned. It’s not uncommon to first be hooked up to a breast pump, and it can be days, weeks, or months before we have the chance to try feeding our babies at the breast. As we continue talking about feeding, we wanted to publish an episode for NICU mothers that long to pump or breastfeed, and we are so excited to have Bethany Hill, RN, IBCLC of Fargo Milk Market on the podcast today to share all about pumping and breastfeeding in and out of the NICU!

In this episode we cover:

• Why pumping consistently after delivery is delivery is important for milk production
• The importance of kangaroo care and prioritizing holding your baby when you and your baby are able to
• Gentle advice for a successful pumping journey and for transitioning from the pump to the breast
• Permission to wean or stop pumping and breastfeeding if your mental health is suffering

We hope any NICU mother navigating the journey of breastfeeding feels encouraged throughout this episode. At the end of the day, you are enough and fed is best. You are not alone!

About Bethany Hill, RN:

Bethany Hill is an RN, IBCLC. Bethany has spent her career working in the hospital setting as a Registered Nurse. She has worked as a NICU RN for 7 years and another 8 years specializing in lactation in the NICU. She recently founded the Milk Market in Fargo, ND. With plenty of product available at big box stores and online, the piece that was missing was someone to educate on the product prior to purchase. So, the Milk Market was born. A comprehensive one stop retail store with educated staff to help you purchase items to help you in your feeding journey.

Bethany resides in Hawley, MN with her husband and 3 daughters. With personal and professional experience in lactation Bethany is passionate in providing support to lactating parents in the Fargo-Moorhead and surrounding areas.



** This podcast episode is not an attempt to practice medicine or provide medical advice. All information, content, and material on this website is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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