Breastfeeding ... with ABA (Australian Breastfeeding Association)

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Breastfeeding ... with ABA (Australian Breastfeeding Association) episodes

December 28, 2025Ep 37 - Breastfeeding Stories ... Breastfeeding through cancer, chemo, and milk sharing
Katie’s story of breastfeeding through a cancer diagnosis, with unwavering support from her sister Emma and her local community.

Get links to resources and information discussed and the episode transcript here:
https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-ep-37-breastfeeding-stories-breastfeeding-through-cancer-chemo-and-milk-sharing
Links to resources and information discussed in this episode:
Position Statement on Donor Milk - https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/sites/default/files/2022-03/POL_StatementDonorMilk_V4.pdf
Medicines info lines -  https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/resources/breastfeeding-and-medicines
Donor Milk - https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/resources/donor-milk
Relactation and Induced Lactation - https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/resources/relactation-and-induced-lactation
Using a Supply Line - https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/resources/supply-line
Expressing to Relactate or Induce Lactation - https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/resources/expressing-relactate-or-induce-lactation
Breastfeeding Your Premature Baby - https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/resources/breastfeeding-your-premature-baby
Increasing Your Supply - https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/resources/increasing-supply
Breastfeeding and Medicines - https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/resources/breastfeeding-and-medicines
When You or Your Baby Need to Go to Hospital - https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/resources/going-to-hospital
Breastfeeding support:
National Breastfeeding Helpline - 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268) - Open 24/7
LiveChat
Find your local ABA group

Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey, with guests Emma and Katie. Audio editing and show notes by Jessica Leonard. Transcription by Leanne Matthews.
Produced by, Simone Casey, Jessica Leonard, Jennifer Hurrell and Eleanor Kippen. We thank Emma and Katie for generously sharing their story with us.

For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365.
More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
1 hr 5 min
December 11, 2025Ep 36 - Breastfeeding stories ... Breastfeeding and Postnatal Depression
Jennifer’s story of breastfeeding through postnatal depression, and the strength she found in her community.
Get links to resources and information discussed and the episode transcript here : https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/ep-36-breastfeeding-stories-breastfeeding-and-postnatal-depression
Links to resources and information discussed in this episode:
Perinatal mental health support:
PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia) - 1300 726 306
Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636
Lifeline - 13 11 14

Factsheets
Royal Women's Hospital - Medicines and breastfeeding fact sheet
Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE) - Postnatal factsheets for women and their families
Black Dog Institute – Anxiety and Depression during pregnancy and the postnatal period
PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia) - Fact sheets available on multiple topics
Beyond Blue - Parenting and mental health

Breastfeeding and medications information:
Breastfeeding and medications including contact numbers for medicine information lines in your state
Breastfeeding support:
National Breastfeeding Helpline - 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268) - Open 24/7
LiveChat
Find your local ABA group
Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Jennifer Hurrell.
Audio editing, show notes and transcript by Jessica Leonard.
Produced by Jennifer Hurrell, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. We thank Jennifer for generously sharing her story with us.

For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365.

More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
34 min
December 11, 2025Ep 35 - Breastfeeding and ... Postnatal Depression with Expert Guest Dr Kathleen Kendall-Tackett
Nicole talks with health psychologist and IBCLC Dr. Kathleen Kendall-Tackett about postnatal depression, how breastfeeding can support maternal mental health, and practical strategies for recovery.

Get links to resources and information discussed and the episode transcript here : https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/ep-35-breastfeeding-and-postnatal-depression
Content warning: This episode discusses trauma, including mention of childhood sexual assault, military sexual trauma, social isolation, and family violence. While no specific details are shared, we encourage you to consider whether this episode is right for you before listening.
Links to resources and information discussed in this episode:
Kathleen Kendall-Tackett's website:
https://kathleenkendall-tackett.com/
Perinatal mental health support:
PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia) - 1300 726 306
Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636
Lifeline - 13 11 14
Factsheets
Royal Women's Hospital - Medicines and breastfeeding fact sheet
Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE) - Postnatal factsheets for women and their families
Black Dog Institute – Anxiety and Depression during pregnancy and the postnatal period
PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia) - Fact sheets available on multiple topics
Beyond Blue - Parenting and mental health

Breastfeeding and medications information:
Breastfeeding and medications including contact numbers for medicine information lines in your state
Breastfeeding support:
National Breastfeeding Helpline - 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268) - Open 24/7
LiveChat
Find your local ABA group

Credits: This episode is presented by Nicole Bridges, with guest Kathleen Kendall-Tackett.
Audio editing, show notes and transcript by Jessica Leonard.
Produced by Nicole Bridges, Jennifer Hurrell, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen.
We thank Dr Kendall-Tackett for generously sharing her expertise with us.

For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365.

More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
38 min
November 14, 2025 Ep 34 - Breastfeeding stories … Breastfeeding a baby with a rare metabolic disorder
Yolanda shares her journey of breastfeeding her baby after a PKU diagnosis, finding strength, support, and hope along the way.

Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/ep-34-breastfeeding-stories-breastfeeding-baby-rare-metabolic-disorder
Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey. Audio editing and show notes by Jessica Leonard. Transcription by Leanne Matthews. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey. We thank Yolanda for sharing her story with us.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
1 hr 16 min
December 02, 2024 Ep 33 - Breastfeeding and ... the 8 month old baby
Why won’t my baby sleep? Eight months can be a tricky age, and lots of parents find things change quickly. Jessica and Jennifer chat about what’s going on at this stage of development.
Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/ep-33-breastfeeding-and-8-month-old-baby
Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonardand Jennifer Hurrell. Audio editing and show notes by Jessica Leonard. Transcription by Leanne Matthews. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Jennifer Hurrell.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365.
More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
23 min
November 18, 2024 Ep 32 - Breastfeeding and ... Baby-led-solids
Jessica and Jennifer talk about baby-led solids, a way of introducing solids using baby friendly family foods at around six months.

31 min
November 03, 2024 Ep 31 - Breastfeeding stories ... breastfeeding and adoption
Simone and Jessica chat with Amy, who shares her story of breastfeeding her adopted child. Amy talks about her experience, in a touching story that shows there’s more than one path to breastfeeding success.
Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-ep-31-breastfeeding-stories-breastfeeding-and-adoption
Credits: This episode is presented by Simone Casey and Jessica Leonard, featuring Amy. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Jessica Leonard. Transcription by Leanne Matthews. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365.
More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
31 min
February 19, 2023 Ep 30 - Breastfeeding stories ... breastfeeding and community
Jessica chats with Skye, who shares their story of breastfeeding from starting as a young mum through to supporting others with her know-how over 6 babies. They talk about how friendships and being part of a community has helped and shaped the experience.
Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-breastfeeding-and-community Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard. Featuring Skye Stewart. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Caitlin Sabjan. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
21 min
February 05, 2023 Ep 29 - Breastfeeding stories ... maternal autism
Jessica and Madina chat with Joey, who shares her experience of breastfeeding with autism.
Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-maternal-autism How to get help and support with breastfeeding. LiveChat information, including operating times. Information on attachment. Amaze, for information on autism. www.amaze.org.au Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Madina Hajher. Featuring Joey. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Eleanor Kippen. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
10 min
January 29, 2023 Ep 28 - You don't need a bottle to have a break
Jessica and Simone talk about what’s needed for a mum to take a break from their baby, whether it’s a trip to the supermarket, a coffee with a friend, or a night out. Spoiler alert: you don’t need to give your baby a bottle to take a break!
Get links to resources and information discussed, the episode transcript, and the companion blog here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-you-dont-need-a-bottle-to-have-a-break Information on feeding baby when mum isn’t there. Information on understanding baby sleep, including night time patterns. Cluster feeding information. Alcohol and breastfeeding information. Alcohol and breastfeeding: a guide for mothers brochure. Feed Safe app, available for Apple iOS and Android. Ep 22 - Breastfeeding and alcohol podcast episode. Information on how much breastmilk to express. Storing expressed breastmilk information. Breastfeeding: expressing and storing breastmilk booklet, available for purchase as an instant download or order in print format. Information on giving baby expressed milk but not in a bottle, including cup feeding. Paced bottle-feeding information. A caregiver's guide to the breastfed baby leaflet, including paced bottle-feeding.
Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Laura Allison. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen.
For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help
12 min

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