"It’s not right and it’s not fair... everywhere should be breastfeeding friendly because it is our right, it is literally legally protected."

“I had a lot of guilt and shame that I've had to work through… I've still been really upset about it, but that's more because it just hasn't gone to plan, and I like things to be in control, I've discovered”

Kayleigh, a mother of two, reflects on how her painful birth experiences and postpartum recovery influenced her breastfeeding challenges, highlighting her experiences and perspectives on breastfeeding, systemic issues, and maternal care in the UK.  Kayleigh discusses her personal guilt and shame tied to feeding choices, emphasising that societal pressures harm all mothers, regardless of feeding methods, arguing that mothers should feel empowered to make informed decisions without external judgment.

00:00 Introduction to the Holding Time Podcast

00:41 Kayleigh's Breastfeeding Journey

01:28 Challenges and Solutions

02:29 The Role of Tongue Tie

04:10 Birth Experiences and Their Impact

07:14 Emotional Struggles and Support

11:43 The Importance of Donor Milk and Support Networks

16:16 Societal Pressures and Breastfeeding

22:26 Effective Strategies for Breastfeeding Success

25:09 Conclusion and Acknowledgements

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