Episodes

  • Breastfeeding Expectations: The 11th month

    Breastfeeding Expectations: The 11th month
    Jun 12 2026
    We continue our series, Breastfeeding Expectations, where we follow three breastfeeding moms through the children's first year of life. At eleven months, what do they like most as a breastfeeding mom? What tips do they have for traveling with their babies? Plus, pumping at work and the process of partially weaning their babies to incorporate solid foods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • Breastfeeding Expectations: The 10th Month

    Breastfeeding Expectations: The 10th Month
    Jun 5 2026
    We continue our series, Breastfeeding Expectations, where we follow three breastfeeding moms through the children's first year of life. At ten months, what's their favorite part about breastfeeding? What solids are their babies eating now? Are they supplementing with iron? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 mins
  • Breastfeeding After Cesarean

    Breastfeeding After Cesarean
    May 29 2026
    Are you expecting to have a cesarean or "belly birth" soon? Are you curious about how your surgery will impact your breastfeeding relationship with your new baby? Get the facts about breastfeeding after cesarean. How soon can you feed your baby? How important is skin to skin contact? And what do you need to know about babies who are unusually sleepy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Talking with Your Pediatrician about Breastfeeding

    Talking with Your Pediatrician about Breastfeeding
    May 27 2026
    When it comes to the overall health of your baby, you and your child's pediatrician need to be on the same page. So, how do you talk to your pediatrician about breastfeeding? How do you advocate for breastfeeding if your pediatrician is pushing alternatives, such as formula? And why are some pediatricians pushing for babies to eat solids prior to six months? Plus, the debate about tongue ties and lip ties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • Understanding Breast Pumps and Pump Parts

    Understanding Breast Pumps and Pump Parts
    May 16 2026
    If you need to spend extended time away from your baby, you’ll probably need to pump. But before you purchase your breast pump, it’s important to know more about its functionality. How exactly does a breast pump work? What are the key parts and features? What’s optional? And what happens when part of your pump needs replaced? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Babywearing and Breastfeeding

    Babywearing and Breastfeeding
    May 8 2026
    Wraps, carriers, slings, Oh my! How does a new family decide which ones to use and which ones are best for breastfeeding? Are certain baby carriers more appropriate for certain ages? How do you master the art of breastfeeding while babywearing? And what do you do if your baby isn't into it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Supporting Moms Who Breastfeed in Public

    Supporting Moms Who Breastfeed in Public
    May 8 2026
    With so much controversy over breastfeeding in public, how can a new mom feel comfortable feeding her baby when she's not behind closed doors? What are some effective ways to deal with the criticism? And what really concerns breastfeeding moms when they encounter this situation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • How Breastfeeding Reduces SIDS

    How Breastfeeding Reduces SIDS
    Apr 24 2026
    When a baby dies from SIDS it is sad, scary, and unimaginable. Did you know breastfeeding your baby can actually reduce their risk? In this episode, we'll learn more about SIDS and its impact. And we'll discuss how feeding your baby from the breast or expressed breast milk in a bottle can help keep your baby as safe as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins