How to Feed Your Baby

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  • 37: Causes of Low Milk Supply

    Last week, we covered the basics that are necessary to build and establish your breastmilk supply. If you missed it, I encourage you to listen to Episode 36: The Basics of Building a Milk Supply first. Today we’ll take a deep dive into what factors that can block, inhibit, or wreck your breast milk supply.


    For more resources, check out my website FeedingByJanuary.com

    For questions or to suggest episode topics [email protected]

    Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠http://joshwoodward.com

    8 min
  • 36: From Day One- The Basics of Milk Supply

    In today’s episode we are going to review the basics that are required by you to establish, build, and support your milk supply.


    Links mentioned in the show:


    Link for: Episode 24: Causes of a difficult latch


    Link for: Resource Guide on Finding a Lactation Consultant


    For more resources, check out my website FeedingByJanuary.com


    For questions or to suggest episode topics [email protected]


    Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠http://joshwoodward.com⁠

    8 min
  • 35: What to Expect With a Home Lactation Visit

    Having a lactation consultant come to your house can be one of the best support strategies a breastfeeding mom can get, but what exactly does it include? What’s to be expected? This episode provides a thorough overview of what to expect during an at home lactation consultation.


    Links mentioned in the show:


    TheLactationNetwork.com


    For more resources, check out my website FeedingByJanuary.com


    For questions or to suggest episode topics Contact me here


    Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠http://joshwoodward.com⁠

    9 min
  • 34: Empowered Births with Dawn the Doula

    In this episode we get to interview certified birth educator and doula Dawn Herring. Have you ever wondered what the difference between hospital birth classes and private birth classes is? Or if there are simple strategies you can implement while pregnant that directly impact your birth experience? How about learning how anxiety impacts the body during birth? If so, then this episode was made for you.


    Links mentioned in the show:


    How to contact Dawn Herring: www.empoweredbirthsandbeginnings.com


    Here’s Dawn’s free ebook: https://heyitsdawnherring.myflodesk.com/birthbadassebook


    For questions or to suggest episode topics [email protected]


    Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠http://joshwoodward.com⁠

    35 min
  • 33: “What if My Baby Doesn’t Latch at the Hospital?”

    You may be planning to breastfeed and know what the first steps are for successful breastfeeding and an ample milk supply (early and frequent nursing), but what if your baby doesn’t latch and breastfeed successfully at the hospital? What should you do? This episode covers this scenario and the trap that many mothers fall into when things don’t start off as planned.


    Links mentioned in the show:

    For more resources, check out my website FeedingByJanuary.com


    For questions or to suggest episode topics [email protected]


    Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠http://joshwoodward.com⁠

    9 min
  • 32: “Do I Need Milk Supplements?”

    Today we are answering a listener's question. Megan asks, “I have a good supply, but do I need to take milk supplements?”. 


    For more resources, check out my website FeedingByJanuary.com


    For questions or to suggest episode topics Contact me here


    Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠http://joshwoodward.com⁠

    8 min
  • 31: Your Pelvic Floor (Part 2) with Specialist Dr. Mary Ellen

    Today we are listening to part two on the pelvic floor, with one of my favorite people, professionals, and mothers. Dr. Mary Ellen Kramp, is a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic floor assessment and therapy. In this episode, we pick up where we left off last week to learn more about what normal versus abnormal pelvic floor function looks like after giving birth. She also explains why kegels are not a straightforward answer for incontinence (uncontrolled peeing and stooling) and how a pelvic floor physical therapist may be able to help.


    Links mentioned in the show:


    Work with Dr. Mary Ellen Kramp in the Washington area at https://thriveagainpt.com/about-us/


    Email Mary Ellen personally at: [email protected] 


    Find Mary Ellen’s courses for professional pelvic floor therapists: https://evolutionmedicalassociates.com/courses/


    For more resources, check out my website FeedingByJanuary.com


    For questions or to suggest episode topics Contact me here


    Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠http://joshwoodward.com⁠

    25 min
  • 30: Your Pelvic Floor (Part 1) with Specialist Dr. Mary Ellen

    Today I am interviewing one of my favorite people, professionals, and mothers. Dr. Mary Ellen Kramp, is a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic floor assessment and therapy. In this episode, she explains what the pelvic floor is, what happens to the pelvic floor during pregnancy and birth, and what normal function during this period looks like. She also explains how a pelvic floor physical therapist may be able to help in birth preparation to prevent or reduce trauma to the pelvic floor during birth.


    Links mentioned in the show:


    Work with Dr. Mary Ellen Kramp in the Washington area at https://thriveagainpt.com/about-us/


    Email Mary Ellen personally at: [email protected] 


    Find Mary Ellen’s courses for professional pelvic floor therapists: https://evolutionmedicalassociates.com/courses/


    For more resources, check out my website FeedingByJanuary.com


    For questions or to suggest episode topics Contact me here


    Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠http://joshwoodward.com⁠

    20 min
  • 29: How to Support a New Mom

    When a close friend or someone you want to support has a new baby, sometimes it’s hard to know how to support them unless they give direct instructions. This can be difficult for a new mom to provide since they are just getting their feet under them at home. Today, I’m going to share with you a few easy ways for you to support her. And believe me when I tell you, these simple acts go a long long way.


    Here's the link to the recipe mentioned in the episode


    For questions or to suggest episode topics contact me here


    Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠http://joshwoodward.com⁠

    8 min
  • 28: What if My Baby is Sleepy When They Eat?

    Today I share a few simple tips on how to gently alert your baby to eat. We also touch on some examples of when alerting your baby may not be appropriate or when more help is needed.


    For more resources, check out my website FeedingByJanuary.com


    For questions or to suggest episode topics Contact me here


    Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠http://joshwoodward.com⁠

    7 min

About How to Feed Your Baby

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This show is for pregnant and new moms wanting to learn about infant feeding and how to recognize red flags quickly. We also interview other professionals who support pregnancy through the newborn phase . This show will build your confidence as your baby’s true expert with professional knowledge on your side. If you are feeling anxious, scrolling the internet, questioning the “advice” coming from family and friends, or just want a resource to gather information for your unique plan- then you’re in the right place.