In this episode of the Milk Making Minutes, host Lo Nigrosh welcomes Lisa Villani from Empowered Birth Coaching to discuss the crucial differences between creating a birth and postpartum plan versus establishing birth and postpartum preferences. The conversation explores how terminology and mindset can influence the childbirth experience and why flexibility and education are key. They also delve into how these concepts can be applied to various stages of motherhood, emphasizing the importance of feeling empowered and informed. Whether you're pregnant, postpartum, or a seasoned parent, this episode offers valuable insights to support your journey.

00:00 Introduction: Are You Feeling How You Expected?
00:24 Meet Lisa from Empowered Birth Coaching
01:11 From Client to Collaborator: Lisa's Journey
01:43 The Empowered Pregnancy Podcast
02:38 Birth Preferences vs. Birth Plans
03:06 The Importance of Language in Birth Planning06:36 Communicating Your Birth Preferences
08:55 Empowerment Through Knowledge and Support
09:44 How Do You Want to Feel?
12:43 Parenting Beyond Birth: Daily Challenges and Joys
19:49 Philosophical Approach to Birth Preferences
21:17 Conclusion: Feeling Secure and At Ease

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Episode 193 Feeling Prepared: Birth and Postpartum Preferences Versus Plans

In this episode, host and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Lo Nigrosh explores how parents can determine if their baby achieves a deep latch for optimal breastfeeding. Lo emphasizes the importance of comfortable positioning for both the baby and the parent and provides detailed advice on how to adjust infant positioning to ensure a successful latch. Key points include different breastfeeding positions, the importance of aligning the baby’s body, and tips for minimizing pain and maximizing milk transfer. Lo also encourages parents experiencing difficulties to seek professional help to improve their breastfeeding experience.

00:00 Introduction to Deep Latch in Breastfeeding
01:26 Understanding Positioning for Optimal Latch
07:24 Adjusting Infant Positioning
10:49 Achieving an Optimal Latch
14:08 Seeking Professional Help

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Episode 192 Deep Latch: Ensuring Comfort and Success in Breastfeeding

In this episode of Milk Making Minutes, host Lo Nigrosh explores the deep connection between breastfeeding and airway health with Dr. Shereen Lim, a general dentist from Perth specializing in breathing and sleep. They discuss the impact of oral motor function on jaw development and how issues like tongue ties and high palates can affect breastfeeding and long-term health outcomes, including obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Lim shares insights and solutions gathered from her experience and research, stressing the importance of early intervention and comprehensive evaluations for improving children's health. Parents are encouraged to seek help from airway health specialists and IBCLCs for early assessment and intervention. Dr. Lim also introduces her book 'Breathe, Sleep, Thrive,' which serves as a comprehensive guide for parents dealing with these issues.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Experience
01:00 Guest Introduction and Background
01:12 The Connection Between Airway Health and Breastfeeding
02:11 Understanding Jaw Development and Oral Dysfunction
05:33 Common Issues and Symptoms in Infants and Children
12:46 The Importance of Early Detection and Parental Awareness
24:34 Behavioral Concerns and Airway Health
28:06 Finding the Right Airway Health Experts
30:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Episode 191 Breastfeeding and Airway Health with Expert Advice from Dr. Shereen Lim

This episode, hosted by International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Lo Nigrosh, discusses common misconceptions about baby feeding schedules. Lo challenges the often-given advice to feed babies every 2-3 hours and emphasizes the importance of understanding individual baby's hunger cues over rigid schedules. The episode covers how to identify early hunger cues, the impact of swaddling on recognizing these cues, and exceptions to regular feeding patterns. Additionally, it provides guidance on how to recognize adequate milk transfer, ensuring that babies are fed according to their needs rather than the clock.

00:00 Introduction: Common Baby Feeding Advice
01:20 Debunking the Average Feeding Schedule
02:39 Understanding Your Baby's Hunger Cues
05:23 Exceptions to the Rule
07:47 Final Tips and Seeking Help
08:43 Conclusion and Contact Information

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Episode 190 Forget the Clock: The Real Guide to Feeding Your Baby

In this episode of The Milk Making Minutes,  host Lo Nigrosh, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, introduces Shereen, a general dentist turned airway health dentist from Perth, Australia, shares her personal experiences with breastfeeding. This detailed conversation explores common challenges such as societal pressures, lactational issues, and the impact of child birthing practices on breastfeeding. Shereen, who started engaging with airway health due to her husband's snoring, discusses how oral health can influence breastfeeding and overall child development. She highlights the importance of seeking expert guidance for identifying and managing tongue ties and improving breastfeeding mechanics. The episode emphasizes the need for better education and support for new mothers, ensuring their own instincts aren't drowned in societal noise. Shereen’s story provides hope and valuable insights for parents navigating their feeding journeys.

00:00 Introduction: The Uniqueness of Every Story
02:11 Shereen's Professional Journey and Family Background
03:57 Early Exposure and Initial Breastfeeding Experiences
06:15 Hospital Experiences and Overcoming Initial Challenges
12:17 Second Child: Different Challenges and Realizations
14:24 Recognizing and Addressing Oral Ties
21:28 The Importance of Expert Evaluation
22:32 Conclusion and Upcoming Topics

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To buy Dr. Lim's book Breathe, Sleep, Thrive on Amazon and support the show, go here [https://amzn.to/4e1KrSH]! 

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Episode 189 Navigating Early Breastfeeding Challenges with Dr. Shereen Lim

This episode of the Milk Making Minutes podcast features a conversation with postpartum doula Madison, who shares her insights on supporting families in the postpartum period, including addressing mental health issues and offering practical help. She discusses the importance of understanding the mental health aspect of postpartum care, and strategies for supporting new mothers facing challenges such as anxiety and the need for self-identity. 

Madison and Lo provide advice on navigating the lack of access to postpartum care, utilizing gift registries or insurance when possible, and the benefits of virtual support and memberships. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of understanding the challenges of breastfeeding or pumping and how she supports families in making the best feeding choices for them. 

00:00 The Struggle of Providing Postpartum Support
00:41 Introducing Madison: A Postpartum Doula's Journey
03:18 The Role of a Postpartum Doula in Mental Health Support
06:15 Navigating Postpartum Anxiety with Professional Support
08:47 Creative Solutions for Accessing Postpartum Doula Services
11:43 Membership and Virtual Support: Expanding Access to Postpartum Care
19:02 Breastfeeding Challenges and Support Strategies
22:12 Empowering Families to Make Informed Feeding Decisions
29:24 The Importance of Prenatal Education and Partner Support
37:17 Final Thoughts on Achieving Baby Feeding Goals

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Episode 188 The Unseen Village: Finding and Offering Postpartum Support with Madison Fugere

Host Lo Nigrosh, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) discusses common concerns and anxieties of new parents about breastfeeding, primarily focusing on the fear of inadequate milk supply. Nigrosh emphasizes that while there are true cases of low milk supply due to several factors like thyroid and hormonal imbalances, most concerns usually stem from perceived low milk supply. To combat this fear and improve breastfeeding confidence among mothers, she suggests monitoring signs of proper milk transfer such as baby’s pee and poop pattern, listening for swallows during feeding, relaxation after feeding, and consulting with a lactation expert as needed.

00:00 Introduction: The Anxiety of New Parents
00:55 Understanding the Anxiety Around Breastfeeding
02:19 The Misconception of Low Milk Supply
04:49 Potential Causes of Low Milk Supply
07:04 Identifying Efficient Milk Transfer
08:13 Understanding Suck Swallow Ratio
10:48 Signs of Efficient Milk Transfer
11:41 Conclusion: Building Confidence in Breastfeeding

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Episode 187 Latching Techniques: A Guide to Optimal Breastfeeding

This episode of the 'Milk Making Minutes' podcast, hosted by an internationally board-certified lactation consultant, explores the confidence and complications that come with breastfeeding and parenting from both personal and professional perspectives. Guest Jen Belander, a registered dietitian with a focus on pediatric nutrition, discusses her transition from working with adults to specializing in pediatrics due to the desire for a more impactful connection with her clients and the birth of her own children. Jen details her initial lack of experience with infant feeding, her decision to embrace breastfeeding for its health benefits and convenience, and her venture into baby-led weaning. She offers insight into the challenges of juggling professional life and motherhood, such as dealing with imposter syndrome and the daily stresses of work and parenting. Additionally, the conversation touches on the nuances of feeding advice from pediatricians and the importance of seeking specialized support from professionals like dietitians and lactation consultants to navigate the diverse needs of babies and children. The episode encourages parents to trust their instincts, be responsive to their children's cues, and seek support when needed, reinforcing that every child's feeding journey is unique.

00:00 The Emotional Journey of Breastfeeding: Insights and Personal Stories
01:31 Introducing Jen Belander: A Dietitian's Transition to Pediatrics
04:01 Balancing Parenthood and Career: Jen's Personal Experience
06:45 Exploring Infant Feeding: From Zero Exposure to Expertise
09:54 Jen's Breastfeeding Journey: Challenges, Support, and Empowerment
18:50 Understanding Your Baby's Hunger and Satiety Cues
19:55 Responsive Feeding Across Ages
21:15 The Nuances of Feeding Advice22:25 The Realities of Baby Led Weaning
26:41 Personal Stories and Professional Insights on Weaning
35:10 Challenges and Strategies in Breastfeeding and Pumping
37:04 Reflecting on Breastfeeding Memories

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Episode 186 Confident Feeding: From Breastmilk to Baby-Led Weaning with Jen

Listen to a comprehensive virtual lactation consultation addressing concerns and providing advice on breastfeeding, particularly focusing on preventing mastitis and optimizing milk supply. Elle, who shared her first breastfeeding experience which resulted in a baseball sized abscess being removed joins Lo to get some questions and concerns answered. The consultant offers advice on mastitis prevention, including recommendations for ice instead of heat and lymphatic breast massage. They also discuss correct breastfeeding techniques, the importance of breast compressions, flange sizing for effective pumping, and signs of successful breastfeeding like the baby's weight gain and feeding patterns. The conversation includes troubleshooting low milk output from one breast and ensuring the baby has a proper latch to prevent pain and optimize feeding.

00:00 Opening Up About Breastfeeding Challenges
02:01 Seeking Professional Advice: Questions and Goals
03:42 Daily Nursing Routine and Concerns
04:59 Addressing Uneven Milk Supply and Nursing Techniques
09:18 Practical Nursing Tips and Observing Swallow Patterns
18:42 Concluding Thoughts on Nursing Success and Baby's Well-being
22:25 Nursing Techniques and Addressing Pain
25:08 Pumping Strategies and Milk Supply Management
35:42 Mastitis Prevention and Care Recommendations
45:19 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Gratitude

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Episode 185 Live Breastfeeding Consultation: Preventing Mastitis and Optimizing Milk Supply

Today on the podcast Lo has a conversation with Ellie, a mother of two about her first breastfeeding journey. Ellie underwent severe complications in breastfeeding her first child owing to an undiagnosed breast abscess that escalated due to lack of proper professional.. Despite her condition causing her immense distress and pain, after months of struggle and an operation to remove the abscess, Ellie managed to continue breastfeeding on one side while supplementing some feeds with formula. She further highlights the emotional impact of having to supplement with formula and how it made her feel like a failure. Ellie encourages other mothers to remember that they have not failed if they need to formula feed. Her story demonstrates the resilience and determination of a mother's breastfeeding journey amidst adversity, and the need for more accessible professional support for new mothers, especially in rural areas.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Presentation
01:59 Ellie's Background and Early Exposure to Breastfeeding
03:12 Challenges and Misconceptions about Breastfeeding
07:04 Preparation and Early Struggles with Breastfeeding
08:32 Dealing with Breast Abscess and Seeking Medical Help
16:15 The Emotional Impact of Breastfeeding Challenges
19:37 The Severity of the Symptoms and the Lack of Professional Help
20:53 The Abscess: Size, Removal, and Aftercare
23:19 Continuing to Breastfeed Despite the Challenges
25:32 The Use of Nipple Shields and Misconceptions
29:48 The Uncertainty of Future Breastfeeding After Surgery
33:21 The Process of Weaning and the Transition to Formula
36:55 Reflections on the Experience and Advice for Other Moms
41:47 Closing Thoughts 

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Episode 184 An Incredible Breastfeeding Journey: Ellie's Battle with Mastitis and Abscess

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