Evidence-based Mommy

Evidence-based Mommy

By Samantha Radford, PhDParentingKids & Family
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Evidence-based Mommy episodes

  • Episode 19 - Cold and sinus remedies while breastfeeding

    Itchy, watery eyes? Cough and/or congestion so intense you feel like you can't breathe? Which medications can you take without hurting your nursling (or your milk supply? Learn it all on this episode.

    Dr. Thomas Hale's MommyMeds app

    Curious about whether to keep breastfeeding past the first year? Grab your FREE copy of Breastfeeding Past 1: Why and How.

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    21 min
  • Episode 18 - Getting back into fitness after baby with Jama Oliver

    Jama Oliver is a full time instructor with one of the top fitness brands in the world! With four kids of her own, she knows what it's like to juggle taking care of kids with also taking care of herself. Plus, Jama is just an awesome person :)

    Want more about taking care of yourself so you can take care of your little ones? Make sure to grab your free Mindful Mamas, Connected Kids toolkit here.

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    26 min
  • Episode 17 - Attachment parenting vs conventional parenting + toddler breastfeeding

    People seem to think there's a war between attachment parenting and conventional parenting, and that the answers are all black and white.

    Let's talk to Jenna Wolfe of Own Your Parenting Story to find out what both sides can learn from each other.

    Registration for Breastfeeding Beyond Babyhood is open! Get your free ticket here before April 24.


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    31 min
  • Episode 15 - Calming toddler tantrums

    Has your sweet baby suddenly started throwing epic tantrums and you don't know what to do? Listen in to learn what the most important step is in calming your child's meltdowns (spoiler alert: It probably isn't what you think).

    Looking for support in nursing past the first year? Join us at Breastfeeding Beyond Babyhood from April 24-28, 2023 by registering here.

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    17 min
  • Episode 14 - When to lower your baby's crib mattress

    While it's definitely harder to get your child in and out of a lowered crib, it's for safety! Learn when the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you lower your baby's crib, plus get tips for getting your baby into their crib while keeping them asleep.

    And are you looking for support for breastfeeding or chestfeeding past the first year? Join the waitlist for Breastfeeding Beyond Babyhood, a free online event designed to support and celebrate parents nursing past the first year.

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    11 min
  • Episode 13 - Surviving the 4th trimester

    You know that the first few months after your baby is born is critical for their health, but did you know it's critical for your health and well being too? Learn all you need to know to take care of yourself in the first 3 months after your baby is born.

    And if you want to know what furniture, bottles, and more are safe for your baby, make sure to grab your non-toxic baby registry checklist here.

    Prefer to read? You can see the whole article on surviving the 4th trimester here.

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    19 min
  • Episode 12 - Setting boundaries with your breastfeeding toddler

    Do you need help setting boundaries with your little one so you can both enjoy your breastfeeding relationship more?

    Here, we hear from Jenna Wolfe of Own Your Parenting Story and the Start to Stop Breastfeeding Podcast.

    Want to learn more from Jenna? Make sure to grab her free guide for saying no to the feed while saying yes to the need.

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    36 min
  • Episode 11: Tandem feeding myths

    Maybe Dear Aunt Sally once told you, "You can't nurse your toddler with the new baby! You won't have enough milk for both."

    Sorry Aunt Sally, that's just one of the myths about tandem nursing (breastfeeding a newborn and toddler simultaneously) that we're going to bust today.

    Show notes:

    Get your FREE copy of Breastfeeding Past 1: Why and How for benefits of breastfeeding your toddler, sample 1 year old breastfeeding schedules, and more.

    Prefer to read? Click here for the article.

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    17 min
  • Episode 10 - Is it safe to breastfeed while pregnant

    In this episode, Samantha tackles some common misconceptions about the safety of breastfeeding through pregnancy, such as:

    • Breastfeeding during pregnancy increasing risk of miscarriage
    • Nursing "taking away" nutrients from your unborn child
    • Nursing causing premature labor

    Show notes:
    Grab your FREE copy of Breastfeeding Past 1: Why and How for benefits of toddler breastfeeding, sample 1 year old breastfeeding schedules, and more.

    Prefer to read? Click here for the article.

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    14 min
  • Episode 09 - Pros and cons of breastfeeding a toddler through pregnancy

    If you're breastfeeding and fell pregnant, you may wonder if you should wean, or if you should just keep breastfeeding. Learn all about the pros and cons of breastfeeding through pregnancy (The next episode will cover the safety of breastfeeding through pregnancy too).

    Show notes:
    Grab Breastfeeding past 1: Why and How for the benefits of full term breastfeeding, sample breastfeeding schedules past the first year, and more.

    Prefer to read? Check out the blog post

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    16 min

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