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Is your baby’s movement trying to tell you something about their breastfeeding struggles?

In this episode of The Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, I sit down with pediatric physical therapist Allison Mel to dive deep into a topic not enough providers are talking about—how baby motor development and breastfeeding challenges can be connected. 

From tongue ties and body tension to the surprising ways swaddling can interfere with reflexes, this conversation is packed with eye-opening insights for parents who want to understand their baby’s body on a deeper level. If you’ve noticed things like head tilting, stiff arms, early rolling, or flat spots, you’ll want to listen closely—these are often overlooked signs that something deeper may be going on.

We also explore what it means to get a true functional assessment, the connection between bodywork and breastfeeding success, and how you can feel confident advocating for your baby even when your pediatrician brushes off your concerns.

This one is a must-listen if you're looking for holistic infant care, breastfeeding support, or just want to stop wondering if something is off with your baby’s movement.

👶✨ Because breastfeeding isn't just about the latch—it's about the whole baby.

In this episode, you'll learn about:

What baby movement red flags can tell us about underlying functional issues

How oral ties (like tongue and lip ties) impact full-body development

Why swaddling may interfere with natural reflexes and motor development

What to look for: head tilts, early rolling, stiffness, flat spots and more

The critical role of pediatric physical therapy in breastfeeding success

How to choose a supportive pediatrician (and what to do if yours isn’t)

Easy at-home stretches and bodywork strategies

The truth about “wait and see” vs early intervention

How to trust your gut and advocate confidently for your baby

The power of community inside Tots on Target Membership

RESOURCES: 

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Tots on Target Free Resources with Dr. Allison Mel 

00:00 | Intro: Why your pediatrician's approach matters

Thinking About a Wearable Breast Pump—But Not Sure If It’s Actually a Good Idea?

If you’re pregnant or postpartum and wondering whether a wearable breast pump is worth the investment… this episode breaks it all down so you can make a decision that aligns with your breastfeeding goals.

In this episode of Breastfeeding With Confidence, I’m sharing the real pros and cons of wearable breast pumps—without the hype or the influencer noise.

Here’s what we cover:

Who wearable pumps are actually great for

Why they’re not usually ideal as a primary pump

How one mom used hers to increase milk supply while combo feeding

What you must know before buying one

My take on popular brands like Momcozy, Baby Buddha, and more

And why even the fanciest pump can’t replace skilled support + good strategy

Whether you’re struggling to make exclusive breastfeeding work or just want a little more flexibility without compromising your supply—this episode will help you decide if a wearable pump fits into your feeding plan.

**RESOURCES** 

FREE!! 5 Mistakes That Sabotage Breastfeeding

Get Breastfeeding Help! 

Access Breastfeeding Resources Library 

Download Breastfeeding Success Bundle

Timestamps:

00:00 – Is a wearable pump right for you? Let’s talk about it.

Are hospitals accidentally sabotaging your Golden Hour & breastfeeding success without you even realizing it?

If you're planning a hospital birth and want to exclusively breastfeed from the start, you need more than good intentions—you need a strategy. In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence podcast, I’m joined by Colette—a labor and delivery nurse who’s seen it all from the inside. Together, we unpack how to protect the Golden Hour and share real hospital birth breastfeeding tips to help you advocate for yourself and your baby from the very first moments.

We dive into:

Why the Golden Hour after birth is one critical for successful breastfeeding

The best hospital breastfeeding tips to make sure your baby gets skin-to-skin and a good latch before anything else

How to confidently advocate for delayed newborn procedures that interfere with breastfeeding

What to do when hospital staff or policies aren’t aligned with your birth and feeding goals

How to handle difficult nurses, navigate pushy routines, and stay calm and in control

Why having a birth plan isn’t enough—and how to communicate it effectively

How doulas, coaches, or trained support people can help you bridge the gap between hospital care and your breastfeeding vision

Whether you're weeks away or counting down the days to delivery, this episode is packed with hospital birth breastfeeding tips and empowering insight to help you go in prepared—not blindsided.

🎧 Listen now to make sure your hospital birth supports your breastfeeding goals from minute one.

👉 Want to go deeper? Save $100 on the Breastfeeding Resource Library where you'll learn exactly how to avoid formula in the hospital and protect your breastfeeding journey from day one.

FREE!! 5 Mistakes That Sabotage Breastfeeding

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Connect with Collette @ My Friends A Nurse

Struggling to Get Your Baby Back to Breast? Feeling Like You’ve Tried Everything Without Relief?

You are not alone—and this episode is proof that healing your breastfeeding journey is possible, even when it feels like all hope is lost.

Kaylyn lives on a remote island in Alaska, where she gave birth to her baby girl in February. Like so many new moms, she ran into a wall of feeding challenges: cracked nipples, toe-curling pain, cluster feeding, and constant pumping just to keep her supply up.

She tried to push through. But it wasn’t until she reached out for virtual breastfeeding support that everything started to shift.

In this episode, Kaylyn shares:

How she navigated brutal pain and exhaustion

Why pumping and formula felt like both a lifeline and a trap

What finally helped her get her baby back to breast

And how virtual consults, nipple shields, and chiropractic care changed everything

If you’re looking for real solutions to your breastfeeding struggles—and wondering if it's too late to fix things—Kaylyn’s story will give you hope, practical insight, and a reminder that you don’t need to do this alone.

FREE!! 5 Mistakes That Sabotage Breastfeeding

Get Breastfeeding Help! 

Access Breastfeeding Resources Library 

Download Breastfeeding Success Bundle

Timestamps:

00:00 – Meet Kaylyn

15, pregnant, and told to “just get an abortion.” What happens when a teen mom chooses to breastfeed instead?

What if everyone around you says you’ll fail?

In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence podcast, I’m joined by fellow IBCLC Amber Ginn, who became a mom at just 15 years old who chose motherhood and breastfeeding, even when support was nowhere to be found.

Amber opens up about the judgment, the trauma, and the dismissive care she faced as a teen mom—and how breastfeeding became more than just feeding her baby. It became her mission. Her healing. And the reason she became a lactation consultant herself.

This episode is about so much more than breastfeeding—it’s about what happens when we believe in young mothers instead of writing them off.

Navigating high school while breastfeeding a newborn

The role breastfeeding played in her healing and self-worth

What inspired her to become a lactation consultant

The gaps in the pro-life movement when it comes to real postpartum support

Why investing in breastfeeding support matters more than most moms realize

What it means to make confident, informed choices as a young mom

How to support pregnant teens without shame or pressure

What to look for in a lactation consultant who will truly advocate for you

This one is raw, inspiring, and deeply important—especially if you’ve ever felt judged for your story or underestimated by the system.

Breastfeeding Resources: 

FREE!! 5 Mistakes That Sabotage Breastfeeding

Get Breastfeeding Help! 

Access Breastfeeding Resources Library 

Download Breastfeeding Success Bundle

Work with Amber: get.thelatchlink.com

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In this episode of the Breastfeeding with Confidence podcast, Jaimie Zaki — International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, mom of five, and expert in reflexive latching — is busting one of the most frustrating myths out there: that your baby’s mouth is too small to latch.

You’ll hear the true story of a mama with a petite newborn and a diagnosed tongue tie… who still went on to breastfeed successfully. How? Because she had the right latch support, bodywork guidance, and didn’t give up just because the first advice didn’t help.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

Why “small mouth” isn’t a true cause of latching trouble

How proper alignment and bodywork can support a deeper latch

What most providers miss when troubleshooting latch issues

How early intervention and reflex-based techniques can save your journey

The truth about tongue ties and how to approach them without panic

Whether you’re preparing to breastfeed or already feeling discouraged by pain, shallow latch, or clicking sounds — this episode gives you the clarity and tools you need to move forward with confidence.

BREASTFEEDING RESOURCES 

$37 Breastfeeding Success Guide Bundle 

FREE 5 Breastfeeding Mistakes to Avoid 

Breastfeeding Rescue Plan - A curated vault of guides & workshops to get you instant answers 

Book a 3 or 6 Week Breastfeeding Support Package

BREASTFEEDING RESOURCES 

$37 Breastfeeding Success Guide Bundle 

FREE 5 Breastfeeding Mistakes to Avoid 

Breastfeeding Rescue Plan - A curated vault of guides & workshops to get you instant answers 

Book a 3 or 6 Week Breastfeeding Support Package

Overcoming Breastfeeding Struggles: Nicole's Journey In this episode of the 'Breastfeeding With Confidence' podcast, host Jamie Zaki, an international Board certified lactation consultant and Mom of five, speaks with Nicole Kristensen. Nicole shares her challenging breastfeeding journey amidst the backdrop of COVID-19 and a formula shortage. She recounts her initial struggles with breastfeeding, including a traumatic C-section and lack of support, which led her to formula feeding. Nicole discusses her experiences with multiple lactation consultants, both in-person and virtual, and highlights the importance of finding tailored breastfeeding support. The conversation underscores the significance of overcoming societal stigma and emphasizes that breastfeeding doesn't have to be perfect to be positive.

Tune in next time for the continuation of Nicole's inspiring story.

BREASTFEEDING RESOURCES 

$27 Breastfeeding Success Guide Bundle 

FREE 5 Breastfeeding Mistakes to Avoid 

Breastfeeding Rescue Plan - A curated vault of guides & workshops to get you instant answers 

Book a 3 or 6 Week Breastfeeding Support Package

00:00 Introduction and Personal Experience

00:27 Welcome to the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast

01:17 Meet Nicole Christensen: A Journey Through Breastfeeding

03:02 First Breastfeeding Experience: Challenges and Lessons

10:42 Second Breastfeeding Experience: Overcoming Mental Health Struggles 12:22 The Importance of Personalized Lactation Support

28:33 Third Breastfeeding Experience: A New Approach

28:44 Conclusion and Resources for Breastfeeding Support

Are you expecting twins and worried about how breastfeeding will work?

If you're carrying twins, you're already doing something incredible.

In this episode, you’ll hear from someone who’s walked that road—and made breastfeeding twins not just possible, but joyful.

In this episode of Breastfeeding With Confidence, I sit down with Shelly—a twin mama and lactation consultant from Canada—to talk about the real challenges and triumphs of breastfeeding twins. From the early postpartum to the decision between tandem nursing vs. individual feeding, we’re covering what it really looks like to exclusively breastfeed multiples.

Shelly shares how prenatal breastfeeding education can set you up for success, how to stay grounded in your "why," and what new or expecting twin moms can do to thrive.  If you’re planning to breastfeed twins, this episode is full of encouragement, strategy, and sisterhood.

BREASTFEEDING RESOURCES 

Twin Mom Guide Website 

Shelly on Instagram 

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome + today’s topic: Breastfeeding twins