This episode is all about the transition into motherhood and the reality of the changes you can expect as a new family, with a new baby vs. what we may have expected those early weeks to be. My expert guest speaker is Patrice Frilot who is postpartum doula and owner of The Birth Affect. She is passionate about helping women find their power in motherhood, and establish a healthy family dynamic in those early weeks postpartum. She see's first hand the emotional struggles new moms face, and is here today to give some insights in how you can set yourself up for a successful, and healthy postpartum.

Links mentioned in this episode:

http://adoulaforyou.com/about/

And make sure you grab your FREE Postpartum Planning Guide right here in this link:

https://pages.convertkit.com/7670327500/2990bd1063

As always you can find more awesome advice, resources, and expert support at:

https://www.successfulbreastfeeding.org/

On today's episode we are talking about birth, and how the type of birth you have may affect breastfeeding in the first few weeks. My guest expert for this topic is Bridgette Mietling. Bridgette is a child birth instructor and lactation counselor who supports families professionally through the birthing and breastfeeding process, which makes her the perfect expert for our topic today.

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

You can find Bridgette and connect with her on her website:

http://www.bradleybirth.com/bridgettemietling

How to Plan a Gentle Family Centered Cesarean You'll Actually Enjoy (PLUS grab a FREE Prenatal Breastfeeding Series)

https://www.successfulbreastfeeding.org/blog

In this episode I am talking to Andrew Wollenberg who is a new dad to a breastfed baby, and also the owner of Mission Critical, one of my personal favorite baby carrier brands. Their mission is make exceptional gear for extraordinary dads, and to be part of that journey into fatherhood. Andrew and Mission critical believe that early bonding between a dad and baby is essential, and at Successful Breastfeeding, so do we! We are so excited to have him here on the show today to talk about one of our obsessions, helping dad find their role in the breastfeeding relationship. We also have a freebie for you at the bottom of this description: Dad's Breastfeeding Survival Guide.

As mentioned in the podcast you can (and should!) check out these awesome carriers here:

https://www.missioncritical.cc/

And you can follow Mission Critical at these social links:

https://www.instagram.com/missioncriticalgear/

https://twitter.com/missioncritical

https://www.facebook.com/MissionCriticalGear/

https://www.pinterest.com/missioncritical/mission-critical-gear/

Sign up for the Dad's Breastfeeding Survival Guide for FREE right now when you click on this link:

https://www.successfulbreastfeeding.org/dads-breastfeeding-survival-guide.html

Successful Breastfeeding Story Series- Christine Mertens

Today I am talking to Amanda Glenn who is an expert on the topic of Exclusive Pumping (EP). She exclusively pumped for her first baby, and her experience led her to be the voice for other EP moms. Amanda runs a popular EP facebook group with over 24000 members, operates ep the blog, and uses her expertise as an EP momma to spread awareness and support the unique challenges ep moms face.

In the episode Amanda mentions her guide to weaning from the pump. You can grab that guide right now by clicking this link below:

https://exclusivepumping.com/weaning-from-the-pump/

To connect with Amanda you can find her at these social links:

https://www.instagram.com/exclusive_pumping/

https://www.pinterest.com/exclusivelypump/

https://www.facebook.com/exclusivepumping/

You can also follow her by signing up for her newsletter here:

https://exclusivepumping.com/the-exclusive-pumping-newsletter/

Joy Narang is a lactation educator and owner of Mom and Baby Shop which is a breastfeeding and breast pump supply store, where you can get your breast pump through your insurance. No matter where you live, Joy will take the time to help you navigate your pump selection with your insurance company and find the best fit for your pumping journey. You can connect with Joy at her website momandbabyshop.com She is here to talk to us today about breast pumps, and getting the right fit.

Joy's Video Demonstration about Pump Fittings:

https://www.facebook.com/momandbabyshopnovi/videos/vb.50084296716/354025065459392/?type=2&theater

You can also find Joy on Facebook at:

https://www.facebook.com/momandbabyshopnovi/posts/10156301838126717

Going Back to Work?

Here's a Freebie for you from our Online Back to Work Workshop- This audio will help you relax, and let your milk flow so you can pump more milk, easily!

Pump More Milk Relaxation Track

https://pages.convertkit.com/12e7aeea52/a38108e7f8

On this episode I am talking to Gopika who is a rock star single momma to her daughter Tessa. Gopika knew she was going to breastfeed her daughter, but what she did not know was the struggle she was going to face to make it happen. After being dismissed by providers, Gopika set out on a mission to find answers to her daughters unsettling symptoms, and what she found completely transformed her breastfeeding relationship, and her life with her daughter. Listen to the episode to hear her journey, and how she overcame a breastfeeding experience with food allergies.

When you're done, head to SuccessfulBreastfeeding.org/Blog and check out our great resources and grab some awesome freebies like our Free Prenatal Session or our Guide to Starting Solid Foods.

Struggling to get your baby to sleep through the night? Don't worry, there's hope. Elizabeth Bine, Sleep Consultant, gives us her best tips to help you get your baby sleeping better, and longer stretches at night. Exhaustion does not have to be your normal, momma!

If you're interested in connecting with Elizabeth you can find her on her website:

http://elizabethbinesleepconsultant.com/

AND if you mention this podcast, you'll get 10% OFF your session with her. Book your discovery call today and learn how to get your baby to sleep through the night without disrupting your breastfeeding relationship.

In this episode I interview on of our very own Successful Breastfeeding Experts Allison Allexander, IBCLC, LPN . She shares with us her BEST sleep tips for new breastfeeding moms. If you have a new breastfed baby, and are exhausted, then take a listen! As always, please share this podcast and then head to our blog for more awesome content and freebies! Successfulbreastfeeding.org/blog

Check out the post we referenced in this episode here:

https://www.successfulbreastfeeding.org/blog/essential-sleep-survival-tips-for-new-breastfeeding-moms

Julie is a mom of FIVE, and a mom of twins. Hear Julie's amazing birth story, and her Successful Breastfeeding Journey nursing her twin boys. She also shares with us her best tips for breastfeeding twins.