How to Feed Your Baby

If you are unsure how to pick out a baby bottle system, this episode gives you key parts and features to consider and a simple step by step way to narrow down your choices. I hope this episode saves you some precious time!

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In this week's episode I talk about how grandparents can REALLY support new parents. I think the suggestions made here might surprise you because they go beyond what to get on a registry and tap into what we really need from them in order to trust and rely on them as part of the support system.

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This episode addresses one of the biggest concerns that new moms have. How will I know what to do if my baby needs something, when I have no experience with infants? Today we review some big red flags, but I also teach how babies “talk” to us through their cues, what they look like, what it could mean, and how you can address their needs.

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This is a review of the new definition of, causes, and care guidelines for mastitis. It is largely based on the most current recommendations from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocols for Mastitis (updated in 2022) as well as the lecture given by myself and colleagues on Engorgement, Plugged Ducts, and Mastitis which does also include clinical opinion based on experience. Links for further reading and resources are below.

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Click here for a quick reference guide to finding a lactation consultant

Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocols

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Having some anxiety or fear when it comes to making decisions about your baby? This can be so common, you are not alone. In this episode I give some examples about how fear and worry can creep into our decision making as mothers as well as a simple strategy to practice quieting the noise to hear yourself.

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This episode explains why breast and bottle feeding pillow and props are often not ideal and why there is no BEST brand or one to get for your baby. I also explain how to determine if you need one.

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In this episode I share my top five most useful gifts to give an expecting or new mom and why. They are each a different price point so there’s something here for everyone regardless of your gift budget. For a list with links to find the item’s quickly, see the podcast post on the website here: Episode 11- The Top 5 Best Baby Shower Gifts.

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In this episode I share five of the worst baby shower gifts that an expecting mother can receive and why. (Check out episode 1 for more information on bottle nipple flow rates.)

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Hand expression is one of the most underutilized tools for breastmilk expression. It’s my opinion that all lactating mothers should give it a try and see if it’s a tool they can use to their advantage to support their breasts and their breastmilk supply!

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Helpful Resources: https://med.stanford.edu/newborns/professional-education/breastfeeding/maximizing-milk-production.html

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This episode is meant to encourage you to listen to your gut, speak up, and be your own (and your baby’s) advocate at doctors appointments when you have feeding concerns and are seeking help.

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