You may have heard that obese mothers can't breastfeed. Don't believe it. Breastfeeding can present hurdles for many women, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. A plus-size body type or generous breasts don't need to keep you from nursing your baby. Whether you are dealing with issues related to body image or culture, or whether your obstacle is hormonal and related to milk supply, there's no reason to assume you cannot breastfeed your baby. 
Join Marie and guest Leigh Anne O'Connor IBCLC for insight, tips, and resources that will help ensure you meet your breastfeeding goals. If you need a little help, words of encouragement, and practical advice, this show is for you!

You may have heard that obese mothers can't breastfeed. Don't believe it. Breastfeeding can present hurdles for many women, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. A plus-size body type or generous breasts don't need to keep you from nursing your baby. Whether you are dealing with issues related to body image or culture, or whether your obstacle is hormonal and related to milk supply, there's no reason to assume you cannot breastfeed your baby. Join Marie and guest Leigh Anne O'Connor IBCLC for insight, tips, and resources that will help ensure you meet your breastfeeding goals. If you need a little help, words of encouragement, and practical advice, this show is for you!

Obesity and Breastfeeding: You Can Do It!

Every new mother hears that breast is best. Many decide to breastfeed so their baby has the best. But soon after birth, the days are often fraught with sleep deprivation and conflicting messages from peers, family members, and health care professionals. Later, negative messages from the media and critical comments from family members and others may trigger mothers to question their decision. Feelings of inadequacy, intimidation and societal pressure to wean can cause mothers to give up breastfeeding before meeting their goals.
The aim of this show is to empower parents to overcome the barriers that keep them from beginning or continuing to breastfeed. Through discussion of hospital practices, milk supply, medications, returning to work, milk storage options, and more, this show will provide an informed and supportive voice for new families and established families, so that they can take charge of their breastfeeding experience from conception through weaning.

Every new mother hears that breast is best. Many decide to breastfeed so their baby has the best. But soon after birth, the days are often fraught with sleep deprivation and conflicting messages from peers, family members, and health care professionals. Later, negative messages from the media and critical comments from family members and others may trigger mothers to question their decision. Feelings of inadequacy, intimidation and societal pressure to wean can cause mothers to give up breastfeeding before meeting their goals. The aim of this show is to empower parents to overcome the barriers that keep them from beginning or continuing to breastfeed. Through discussion of hospital practices, milk supply, medications, returning to work, milk storage options, and more, this show will provide an informed and supportive voice for new families and established families, so that they can take charge of their breastfeeding experience from conception through weaning.

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