BREASTFEEDING WITH CONFIDENCE | Pregnancy Tips, Postpartum Wellness, Milk Supply, Tongue Tie, Latch Pain

If you're pregnant and planning to breastfeed, you've probably heard of prenatal colostrum collection and you might be wondering "Should I collect colostrum during pregnancy" or "How do I collect colostrum during pregnancy"? In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, Jaimie Z, IBCLC explores when, why, and how you might benefit from prenatal colostrum expression.

We discuss benefits & risks to colostrum expression, hand expression vs. using a pump, and how to store and transport expressed colostrum.

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Want to reduce vaginal tearing during birth? Want to heal better postpartum?

Whether you're planning vaginal birth or c-section, whether you're pregnant or postpartum, pelvic floor therapy is THE resource you're missing if you want to thrive during pregnancy and postpartum.

Becca Boeveing from Pelvic Floor Momma discusses misconceptions around pregnancy & postpartum pain, discusses advocating for yourself during pregnancy and postpartum, reducing risk of vaginal tearing in labor, and gets REAL about the long term impacts of SKIPPING pelvic floor therapy! And no, we're not just talking about Kegels! We're talking REAL solutions.

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What if I told you pumping schedules could be hurting your milk supply instead of increasing milk supply? 

If you’ve been told you must stick to a rigid pumping routine to boost output… it’s time to rethink the rules.

In this episode of the Breastfeeding with Confidence Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on what really works to increase your milk supply—and spoiler alert: it’s not about strict pumping schedules to increase your milk supply.

You’ll hear Sylvie’s story—a mom who went from feeling like she had no choice but to wean to watching her supply jump from 10 to 16 ounces with just a few key shifts (no stress or marathon pump sessions required).

Whether you’re exclusively pumping, combo feeding, or just trying to build a freezer stash, this episode is packed with real solutions that actually support your body’s design.

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💡 What You’ll Learn:

Why rigid pumping schedules can backfire—and what to do instead

How pump fit and flange size affect your milk output (and your sanity)

The power of switching to the right pump for your body

Simple lubrication hacks that protect your nipples and support flow

What’s inside the Pumping with Confidence guide and how to get early access

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⏱️ Episode Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

00:11 Welcome + why support matters so much

00:28 The emotional side of breastfeeding struggles

01:33 Sneak peek: the Pumping with Confidence guide

01:57 Flexible pumping schedules explained

03:00 Personalized pumping support > one-size-fits-all advice

03:29 Sylvie’s story: from weaning thoughts to milk supply breakthrough

06:19 Practical tips: pump fit, pump swap, and lubrication

13:24 Final encouragement for your journey

Is your baby struggling to latch, feed efficiently, or seem tense for no clear reason? Could the missing piece in your breastfeeding journey actually be hidden tension in their body?

In this eye-opening episode of Breastfeeding With Confidence, I’m joined by craniosacral therapist Meghan Beames to unpack something most parents never hear about in the hospital—how subtle tension patterns in your baby’s body can cause major breastfeeding challenges… and how craniosacral therapy can gently release them.

We talk about:

Why your baby’s latch might not improve with positioning tweaks alone

What oral motor dysfunction really means and how it’s connected to the nervous system

The myth of the “lazy baby” and how fight-or-flight can show up in newborns

How bodywork like craniosacral therapy can support milk supply, digestion, and better sleep

Signs your baby may be compensating for hidden body tension—and what to do next

Whether you’re exclusively breastfeeding, combo feeding, or just starting to wonder if something feels off—this episode will leave you feeling empowered, equipped, and ready to advocate for your baby’s functional wellness.

🎧 Tune in now to discover how craniosacral therapy can unlock better breastfeeding—without waiting for a full-blown crisis.

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Episode Breakdown:

00:00 Welcome to Breastfeeding With Confidence

00:57 Meet Megan Beams: What is Craniosacral Therapy?

04:56 Tension in Newborns: What to Look For

15:05 Oral Motor Dysfunction & Feeding Struggles

20:43 Common Breastfeeding Problems That Start in the Body

21:15 Fight or Flight in Babies—And Why It Matters

21:59 The Truth Behind the “Lazy Baby” Label

22:31 Feeding Reflexes: What You’re Not Being Told

24:46 Hands-On Tips for Supporting Baby’s Body

28:58 Why Movement Matters for Breastfeeding Success

31:47 How to Trust Your Intuition When Something Feels Off

33:09 Finding a Skilled Craniosacral Therapist Near You

33:56 Traveling for Treatment & Final Thoughts

35:53 Final Encouragement & Next Steps

One Instagram follower asked me recently, "How long should my baby nurse on each side to get the fatty hind milk needed to gain weight" and I thought this made the perfect Breastfeeding Q&A topic!

Timestamps

00:00  Welcome and Introduction

00:16  Free Resource: Five Mistakes Checklist

01:08  Foremilk vs. Hindmilk Myth Debunked

02:43  Breast Massage & Latch Tips

04:21  Monitoring Intake Without Formula

06:32  Accessing the Free Checklist

07:20  Virtual Consultations Overview

10:16  Conclusion & Next Steps

Have you ever felt like your breastfeeding journey was doomed from the start—like something was wrong but no one could explain it?

Together, they unpack the emotional toll of feeding struggles, the confusion around tongue tie diagnosis and release, and how virtual breastfeeding help turned it all around. If you’ve ever wondered if online lactation support is really enough… this episode proves it can be life-changing.

💬 In this episode, you’ll hear about:

The early signs that something wasn’t right with breastfeeding—and why Chelsea almost gave up

How a botched tongue tie release nearly derailed their entire journey

The moment Chelsea realized she needed help and how she found it virtually

What it really looks like to advocate for your baby when others brush you off

The role of trusting your gut, even when professionals dismiss your concerns

How virtual lactation support gave Chelsea the tools and confidence she needed to succeed

Encouragement for moms who feel like they’re failing—and how support can change everything

Whether you’re a first-time mom, feeling lost in the newborn fog, or navigating a complicated feeding journey—this episode will remind you that you’re not alone, and real solutions do exist.

🎧 Listen in and walk away with:

Hope from a real breastfeeding story of triumph after tongue tie

Practical insight into how a virtual lactation consultant can help you right from your couch

Empowerment to keep going, even when it feels impossible

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6 Week Postpartum Concierge Breastfeeding Support Package 

Concierge Breastfeeding Prep & Thrive Package (Prenatal Prep + 6 weeks Postpartum Support)

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If the Breastfeeding With Confidence podcast has helped you feel more confident advocating for you and your baby on this journey, drop a 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 below & leave a message telling me which episode helped you most! Your feedback lets me know what you want to hear more about & helps other MamaBears find this podcast! So if you love it, let me know! 

Did you see the recent claims by  a Thompson Method IBCLC who guested on Pain Free Birth, claiming babies can't swallow air and tongue ties aren't the problem, the latch is? 

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Trying to figure out babywearing and breastfeeding? Not sure why your baby seems to hate the carrier, or it feels like you need too many hands? Maybe you're not sure which carrier is best for breastfeeding or how to baby-wear safely. In this episode of the Breastfeeding with Confidence podcast, I'm joined by Jordan Morillo, a maternal health occupational therapist, certified baby-wearing consultant, and mom whose goal is to support all parents to feel empowered and uplifted during their parenting journey. 

Jordan and Jaimie discuss safe babywearing, breastfeeding and babywearing, proper alignment and positioning in the baby carrier, which baby carriers are best (or if there's such a thing), and they both share their opinions on world-facing baby carriers.   

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Why are so many new moms quick to consent to circumcision—an elective surgical procedure—but deeply hesitant about something as therapeutic as a tongue tie release, even when it's sabotaging breastfeeding?

As an IBCLC, nurse, and mom of five, I’m sharing both personal stories and professional insight to challenge this growing double standard. If you’ve ever felt pressure, confusion, or guilt around these choices—this is the permission slip to think deeper.

Inside this episode:

A compassionate but honest look at the circumcision vs. tongue tie debate

What most people don’t understand about how oral ties impact milk transfer, maternal pain, and long-term development

Why choosing not to release a tongue tie often leads to unnecessary formula supplementation

A call to mamas to trust their intuition, question the status quo, and lead their families with clarity and courage

This isn’t about shame—it’s about empowerment. Let’s stop avoiding the hard conversations and start making decisions that actually support exclusive breastfeeding and lifelong wellness.

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🕒 Episode Breakdown:

00:00 | A personal note from Jamie – Why this episode hits close to home

00:16 | Welcome – Setting the tone for an honest, thought-provoking conversation

01:07 | Introducing the controversy – Circumcision vs. tongue tie release

02:38 | Breastfeeding struggles no one connects to tongue ties

06:00 | My personal story – What I chose for my sons, and what I’ve learned since

08:44 | Critical thinking in motherhood – Are we really making informed decisions?

10:22 | Encouragement and support – You’re not alone if this stirs something in you

12:19 | A teaser for next time + final thoughts

Wondering if you really need to get a tongue tie release for your baby? Lisa Paladino, RN, CNM, IBCLC from Tongue Tie Experts podcast & instagram shares her insight after over a decade working with tongue tied babies. 

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Psst! If you're a healthcare provider needing to learn more about tongue ties in babies, check out Lisa's class here: Tongue Tie Class for Professionals 

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