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The Be Well Baby PodcastConflicting Advice and the Truth About Tongue Ties with Melissa ColeIf you've ever felt confused, dismissed, or completely overwhelmed trying to navigate a tongue tie diagnosis — this episode is for you.I sat down with Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC, PMH-C, and founder of Luna Lactation and Wellness, to have one of the most honest and nuanced conversations I've heard on this topic. Melissa brings over two decades of clinical experience, published research, and a deeply mindful approach to infant feeding that I think every parent and provider needs to hear.We cover what a tongue tie actually is and why it ha...
2026-02-251h 04
Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endEmily's story - being a vet and breastfeedingThis week I’m talking to the brilliant Emily, a farm vet from Bath, about her breastfeeding journey. Emily, who returned to work when her son Arty was six months old, shares the challenges and strategies she used to manage breastfeeding while on call and working with farm animals. We discuss the logistics of expressing milk, handling emergencies, and the adaptability of both mother and child. Emily also talks about her initial breastfeeding difficulties, and the support from her husband and family in continuing her career during Arty’s early years.My picture book on how breastfeeding journ...
2026-01-271h 02
BREASTFEEDING WITH CONFIDENCE | Pregnancy Tips, Postpartum Wellness, Milk Supply, Tongue Tie, Latch PainBreastfeeding After Breast Cancer & Double Mastectomy: Using a Supplemental Nursing System (SNS) for Low Milk Supply with Doula Emily BetancurCan you breastfeed after breast cancer—even after a double mastectomy?
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, I’m joined by my friend Emily, a birth worker and breast cancer survivor, to talk honestly about what breastfeeding can look like after cancer—and how a Supplemental Nursing System (SNS) made it possible for her to nurse her babies at the breast.
This conversation challenges the idea that breastfeeding is only about milk production. We talk about bonding, healing, hormones, and why breastfeeding still counts even when it doesn’t look t...
2026-01-1321 minThe Be Well Baby PodcastHappy Birthday Taylor! Here's How I'd Support You In Your Baby EraIn honor of Taylor Swift’s 36th birthday, Dr. Emily dedicates this episode of the Be Well Baby Podcast to imagining what it would look like to fully support Taylor through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and new motherhood.This episode is part fan tribute, part deep education, and part invitation for all birthing people to stop being blindsided by this major life transition. Dr. Emily walks through the physical, emotional, neurological, and identity shifts that happen in pregnancy and postpartum—and how real preparation can change everything.From pelvic floor health to nervous system regu...
2025-12-1035 minThe Be Well Baby PodcastHappy Birthday Taylor! Here's How I'd Support You In Your Baby EraIn honor of Taylor Swift’s 36th birthday, Dr. Emily dedicates this episode of the Be Well Baby Podcast to imagining what it would look like to fully support Taylor through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and new motherhood.This episode is part fan tribute, part deep education, and part invitation for all birthing people to stop being blindsided by this major life transition. Dr. Emily walks through the physical, emotional, neurological, and identity shifts that happen in pregnancy and postpartum—and how real preparation can change everything.From pelvic floor health to nervous system regu...
2025-12-1034 minThe Be Well Baby PodcastWe Are Not Cows (Why Flange Size Matters) with Faith SamaanIn this special birthday episode, I sit down with Faith Samaan, Be Well Baby’s lead lactation consultant, to talk about flange sizing—what it is, why it matters, and how the right fit can completely change your pumping experience.We dive into why the “standard” flange size doesn’t work for most bodies, how the latest research has shifted best practices, and why comfort, efficiency, and milk output are all deeply connected. If you’re pregnant, pumping, exclusively pumping, or supporting feeding families—this episode is packed with practical, empowering information.About Fa...
2025-12-0322 min
Entering Motherhood: Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Support273. A Lactation Journey of Intuition and Healing with Emily SwannIn this episode Emily Swann, an IBCLC and former labor and delivery nurse, shares her unconventional path from surfing and working in a tattoo shop to becoming a lactation consultant. She opens up about her own painful breastfeeding struggles, the importance of finding individualized support, and how mindset and intuition shaped her births and postpartum experience.
Emily offers practical guidance for new moms—setting intentions, minimizing distractions, practicing quiet connection with baby, and choosing the right support—while emphasizing community, confidence, and trusting yourself through the transition into motherhood. She’s currently expecting her third baby and brings...
2025-11-2440 minThe Be Well Baby PodcastWhat The New York Times Wants You To Know About Continuous Fetal Monitoring with Dr. Emily SpaethIt's presented as protection. Hospital policy. Standard of care. But decades of research shows it doesn't prevent the outcomes it claims to prevent—and it frequently causes harm. In this episode, we break down what the latest New York Times investigation revealed about continuous fetal monitoring, what the research actually shows, and why your hospital is still doing this anyway.MY 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS:Continuous Monitoring Doesn't Do What It Promises—But It Increases C-Section Rates by 63%. Research since 1976 shows continuous fetal monitoring does NOT reduce stillbirths, newborn deaths, cerebral palsy, or impr...
2025-11-1925 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endLow milk supply with Caoimhe Whelan IBCLCThis week, I’m talking to the wonderful Caoimhe Whelan IBCLC, an Irish lactation consultant and author, about her specialist subject, primary low milk supply. Caoimhe shares her research on insufficient glandular tissue and its impact on breastfeeding mothers and families. We talk about antenatal and postnatal support, the complexities of diagnosing low milk supply, and the role of technology and galactagogues. You can find out more about Caoimhe on her website https://latch.ie/ and find her research at https://internationalbreastfeedingjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13006-025-00699-4You can find out more about her...
2025-11-041h 08
Moms Unbothered40. The Truth About “Fed Is Best”: What No One’s Saying Out Loud - Emily Swann, IBCLCWhat if the reason breastfeeding feels so hard isn’t your body but the system that’s failing you?In this episode, we sit down with Emily Swann, a nurse-turned-IBCLC, to have the kind of unfiltered conversation about breastfeeding that every mom wishes someone had before the baby arrived. From birth trauma to the “fed is best” narrative, we talk openly about how our system sets moms up to fail and why it’s time to reclaim responsibility, education, and intuition in motherhood.Tune in to hear:...
2025-10-2747 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endPMDD and breastfeeding with Lucy Webber IBCLCThe brilliant Lucy Webber IBCLC returns to talk to me today, and this time about a subject that is personal to her - PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). Lucy shares her personal experiences with PMDD, the importance of recognizing its symptoms, and the need for proper support. We talk about the challenges families face with the impact of returning menstrual cycles on lactation, especially when coupled with the severe symptoms of PMDD. We also explore the intersection of PMDD with perimenopause, and how to approach getting help from your GP.My new picture book on how breastfeeding journeys e...
2025-09-301h 02Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endHannah's story - IGT and working with Imogen Unger IBCLCThis week, I’m joined by two special guests: Hannah Clapham, mum of two and a holistic sleep coach, and Imogen Unger, a seasoned lactation consultant with over 20 years of experience. Hannah has Insufficient Glandular Tissue (IGT) and struggled with her first breastfeeding experience. She was better-prepared for her second experience, bolstered by Imogen's support, and continues to breastfeed her two-year- old son to this day. We discuss the complexities of diagnosing and managing low milk supply and how the right support can make the difference.Find Imogen on her website https://www.imogenunger.com/ or on Ins...
2025-09-161h 15
Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies and the Battle for Sleep39 - Lactation Support Without the Shame: A Conversation with Emily Ager LM, IBCLCSend us a textIn this episode of Doula Talk: Postpartum, Babies, and the Battle for Sleep, Deb sits down with licensed midwife and IBCLC, Emily Ager, for the kind of raw, no-guilt, reality-check conversation every parent needs about feeding their baby. Emily shares her journey from EMT to midwife to lactation consultant, and how her mission became crystal clear: supporting families with feeding plans that are realistic, sustainable, and completely free of shame.They tackle the myths and “shoulds” that leave parents burned out and doubting themselves, explore the freedom and sanity that combo feed...
2025-09-011h 14
Katie The Traveling Lactation ConsultantEp 105 Osteopathy & Lactation w/ Emily JonesBabies may be super new humans but that doesn't mean they don't have tension and body restrictions. When there is a feeding difficulty, skilled bodywork combined with lactation support can be instrumental in achieving feeding function. For most families that means two appointments, yet those lucky enough to be working with Dr Emily Jones get both in one long appointment. Dr Jones is skilled in both fields and how they interact for feeding function. Listen here as Dr Jone and Katie Oshita discuss lactation, osteopathy and life in Australia. Podcast Guest: Emily is a p...
2025-08-191h 01Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endGrannies and breastfeeding with Jan Edye IBCLCThis week, I’m joined by a breastfeeding legend - Jan Edye. Jan was one of the first people to qualify as an IBCLC in the UK, and has run her local breastfeeding support session for decades. She’s a fount of all knowledge and it’s a joy to have her on the show.We’re talking about grannies and breastfeeding. From how to talk about past experiences, to what to do if you stay over to help, to what Jan’s dream post-natal class for grannies would look like.You can find more about Jan...
2025-08-121h 08BREASTFEEDING WITH CONFIDENCE | Pregnancy Tips, Postpartum Wellness, Milk Supply, Tongue Tie, Latch Pain52 | Can Music Shift the Motherhood Narrative? Emily Rose Gets Raw About Breastfeeding, Postpartum, and 'Mouths to Feed'Can Music Shift the Motherhood Narrative? Emily Rose Gets Raw About Breastfeeding, Postpartum, and 'Mouths to Feed'
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In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence podcast, I sit down with Emily Rose—songwriter, mother of two, and the honest voice behind Mouths to Feed—to unpack the story behind her music, motherhood journey, and mission to normalize the raw, beautiful, messy truths of postpartum life.
We talk about the isolat...
2025-08-0843 min
The MyBaby Craniosacral PodcastThe Truth About Tongue Ties: Breastfeeding, Bodywork & Baby Wisdom with Emily SwannIn this powerful and honest conversation, Meaghan Beames and Emily Swann dig into the complexities of tongue ties, infant reflux, and the pressures modern mothers face. Emily shares her personal and professional evolution, advocating for slow, informed, and connection-based care over quick-fix solutions.Emily Swann is an RN, IBCLC , and holistic infant bodyworker, who feels passionately that mothers are innately designed to care for their babies and heal any issues with their babies!Episode Timestamps:02:04 – Emily’s birth story and transition from nurse to breastfeeding advocate...
2025-06-1257 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endPumping and flanges with Amber Clark IBCLC Every so often a project comes along with the potential to radically change the experience of lactating parents. My guest this week, Amber, has one such project.Amber Clark is an infant feeding specialist nurse and IBCLC working in Wessex. Her work, the Early Breast Milk Improvement Project is all about improving outcomes for pumpers by fitting flanges properly and increasing pumping efficiency.In our conversation, we delve deep into the world of breast pumping and flange sizes. Amber shares her expertise and exciting findings, covering the critical impact of correctly fitted flanges, t...
2025-06-101h 06
The Well Nourished Woman Podcasttongue ties + breastfeeding | Emily SwannIn this episode we have the chance to chat with Emily Swann who is an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) + now educator for women on the bigger picture of tongue ties, breastfeeding, bodywork for your babies, and so much more. She shares her birth story with her daughter and how it led her to learn so much of what she's learned + how it led her to creating the course she now has where 500+ women are changing their breastfeeding experiences + their baby's future. She is all about coming back to the original design (just like we are too...
2025-05-161h 29Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endAbby's story - inverted nipples and disappointing supportThe advice and support that we receive in the early days of breastfeeding can have a profound impact on our journey. My guest today, Abby, had an experience with an unnamed IBCLC that really knocked her confidence, and could have had dire consequences, had she followed the incorrect advice she was given.Abby discovered that she had inverted nipples while preparing for the arrival of her son, Yardley, but she managed to find some adaptations that worked for her and initially feeding was working for both of them. When she then started to feel some pain when...
2025-03-111h 06
The Pelvic Floor Fit Podcast007. Pelvic Health, Breastfeeding, and Thriving In Motherhood - with Dr. Emily and guest Jaimie ZakiWelcome, Mamas!My name is Dr. Emily and I am a:Bible-believing ChristianHappy WifeMama of 3 under 3Pelvic Health Physical TherapistCertified Pre and Postnatal Fitness CoachI started @pelvic.floor.fit to inspire, educate, and empower mamas to achieve:a pain-free pregnancythe birth of their dreamsa confident postpartum recoverJoin me as I discuss everything from preconception to menopause with your pelvic health and fitness needs. It is my passion to make these topics easy to understand and practical to apply to even the busiest of seasons.Today I am...
2025-03-0929 min
The Neurodivergent Birth PodcastS3 BONUS: Breastfeeding, Autism and ADHD with IBCLC Emily LunnyAs we work away preparing for Season 4, we just couldn't wait to bring this bonus episode to you from Season 3, to celebrate the release of Emily's book 'Breastfeeding, Autism and ADHD: Understanding extra support needs and positives for the Autistic or ADHD breastfeeding mother, parent and child'.Emily Lunny is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), autistic mother and mother to autistic children. She has specialised for many years in supporting parents to breastfeed their autistic children, also regularly speaking and writing on the topic of autism in pregnant or breastfeeding women and parents. Her new...
2025-02-1245 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endLactation for the rest of us - induced lactation and supporting queer and trans parents with Jacob EngelsmanThis week I’m delighted to be joined by American IBCLC Jacob Engelsman, whose new book, ‘Lactation for the Rest of Us’, is out now. Jacob and I talk about inducing lactation, for birthing parents and non-birthing parents, the drugs and supplements that are used to aid milk supply in different parts of the world, the mental health aspects of breastfeeding for queer, non-binary and trans people, and alternative ways to feed your baby.This episode is intended for members of the LGBTQ community, anyone interested in induced lactation and listeners who want to be better...
2025-02-041h 02Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endThrush and breastfeeding with Dr Naomi DowThrush in a breastfeeding dyad has commonly been diagnosed as a response to pain, but my guest today is a part of an important global conversation asking us to look at the evidence more closely. I’m delighted to be joined by Dr Naomi Dow, GP and IBCLC to talk about her work to better understand what is going on, and reduce the over-diagnosis of nipple and breast thrush.In this episode we discuss the causes of nipple and breast pain, wounds and discolouration, including dermatitis, poor wound management, and physiological conditions. Naomi explains how the symptoms of...
2025-01-281h 08Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endEmma's story - breastfeeding a 35 week old babyNo one expects their motherhood journey to begin in the NICU, but that’s where Emma found herself, after the birth of her daughter Maya, by c-section due to placenta previa. At 35 weeks, Maya did not have a fully developed sucking reflex, and so they began a process of tube feeding, formula, pumping, and eventually breastfeeding. Emma’s determination shines through this story, especially as she faced the additional challenges of overstimulation and feeling touched out because of her autism. Now at 5 ½ months, Maya is exclusively breastfed and beginning to explore the world of food.My...
2024-12-1047 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endEmily and Ali's story - sister supportThis week’s episode has it all - feeding twins, c-sections (both emergency and elective), triple feeding, cross-nursing, tongue tie, vasospasms - but what comes across most from Emily and Ali’s story is their love and support for one another as they breastfeed together.Emily had her son Frankie just weeks before Ali’s twins, Suni and Kiri, were born, and they have fed together, often literally side by side at their parent’s home. They have overcome a number of challenges through their journey, and continue to feed their sons at a year old.
2024-12-0349 min
Hormone Healing RDDynamic Infant Movement For Baby Reflux with Emily SwannIn this episode, we dive into part two of the baby reflux series with Emily Swann, a nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Emily shares her personal journey as a mom navigating silent reflux with her daughter and how it inspired her to integrate holistic practices like bodywork and nutrition into her approach to infant health. We discuss practical tips for addressing posture, movement, and environment to support babies with reflux and empower parents to take a proactive role in their baby’s healing. This episode is a great listen whether you’re dealing with reflux, colic, or j...
2024-12-021h 24Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endCharlotte's story - donating milk after lossThis episode does contain discussion of miscarriage, stillbirth and infant death.This week, I’m speaking to Charlotte Mills, a midwife and IBCLC, whose third son, Robin, died before his birth at 20 weeks. Charlotte talks about losing Robin and her decision to continue lactating. She donated Robin’s milk to the Hearts Milk Bank where it went on to support premature and vulnerable babies.We talk about the importance of discussing lactation after loss and the value donation can bring some parents. It’s not the right choice for everyo...
2024-11-1957 min
Informed Pregnancy PodcastPostpartum with Emily Johnston (Part 3)In the last of this three part series, labor and delivery nurse Emily Johnston discusses her experience with the postpartum period. She's also a birth and postpartum doula and an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) dh to try.Connect with Emily: @littleloomrn and littleloomrn.comWhat is an IBCLC?Want more pregnancy + parenting? Informed Pregnancy Plus is a new streaming platform by pregnancy focused chiropractor Dr. Elliot Berlin. Dedicated to pregnancy, parenting, and everything in between, IP+ offers everything from prenatal workouts and y...
2024-10-3146 min
Informed Pregnancy PodcastBirth with Emily Johnston (Part 2)In the second of this three part series, labor and delivery nurse Emily Johnston discusses her experience with birth. She's also a birth and postpartum doula and an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) with an interesting fertility journey to share.Connect with Emily: @littleloomrn and littleloomrn.comWhat is an IBCLC?Want more pregnancy + parenting? Informed Pregnancy Plus is a new streaming platform by pregnancy focused chiropractor Dr. Elliot Berlin. Dedicated to pregnancy, parenting, and everything in between, IP+ offers everything from prenatal w...
2024-10-241h 08Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endBreastfeeding in the neonatal unitThis week, I’m delighted to speak to Sam Petridis, a neonatal nurse and IBCLC, about her breastfeeding and neonatal care. She is Baby Friendly Initiative Lead for her hospital, so we discuss what that means, and what the UNICEF guidelines mean for breastfeeding.Sam explains the different levels of neonatal care (Levels 1, 2, and 3) and the importance of early breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact. She talks about leading the way on Baby Friendly accreditation, the challenges of balancing medical protocols with parent-led feeding, the benefits of donor milk, and how COVID-19 impacted life on the neonatal ward.
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Informed Pregnancy PodcastPregnancy with Emily Johnston (Part 1)In the first of this three part series, labor and delivery nurse Emily Johnston discusses her pregnancy. She's also a birth and postpartum doula and an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) with an interesting fertility journey to share.Connect with Emily: @littleloomrn and littleloomrn.comWhat is an IBCLC?Want more pregnancy + parenting? Informed Pregnancy Plus is a new streaming platform by pregnancy focused chiropractor Dr. Elliot Berlin. Dedicated to pregnancy, parenting, and everything in between, IP+ offers everything from prenatal workouts and y...
2024-10-171h 05
Business Muscle65. Emily Silver co-found of NAPSIn this episode, we’re joined by Emily Silver, Family Nurse Practitioner, IBCLC, and co-founder of NAPS, a rapidly growing company that provides comprehensive care to new and expecting families! Emily shares her journey from starting as a labor and delivery nurse to building NAPS into a team of 45, serving over 1,200 patients monthly with prenatal classes, daytime and overnight care, new mom groups, and virtual services. She also discusses the launch of their online membership, Nurture by NAPS, which sold out to 100 founding members in just 48 hours during the pandemic.Emily opens up about the unique dynamic of...
2024-09-3047 min
Breastfeeding Matters by La Leche League GBBreastfeeding and Neurodiversity with Special Guest Emily LunnyIn this episode by La Leche League LLLGB, volunteer breastfeeding counsellors Sarah Fletcher and Maria Yasnova welcome Emily Lunny, who is a fellow LLL leader. She is a mother to three children, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and the Maternity& Neonatal Voices Partnership Lead at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in West Norfolk.
Emily is the author of Breastfeeding and Autism article on our website.
As an Autistic parent, and mother of an Autistic child, she is particularly interested in this area. She is also part of the Maternity Autism Research Group.
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2024-09-2537 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endNatural term breastfeeding working positivelyIn this episode I’m talking about natural term breastfeeding with someone who has both personal and professional experience of it. Olivia Hinge is an IBCLC, midwife and mum of three, currently breastfeeding her youngest child (who makes a sleepy appearance in the episode).We talk about the realities of breastfeeding support on the maternity ward and what training Olivia would provide to all hospital staff if she had a magic wand, as well as Olivia’s own breastfeeding and weaning journey. Olivia’s brand new book on infant feeding is available now.Find...
2024-09-171h 14
All Things Breastfeeding PodcastAll Things Breastfeeding Episode 86: Emily’s Returning to Work and Breastfeeding StoryIn this parent interview episode, we focus on Emily‘s experience with returning to work and breastfeeding, specifically going back to work after maternity leave, pumping and continuing to breastfeed her baby. She worked as a hospital pharmacist in a fast-paced and high-pressure role, the type of job where taking a “break” to pump meant leaving extra work her team needed to cover. This is a challenging factor many working and pumping parents can relate to. Emily shares how she made the situation work, logistics of the (let’s be honest, tedious!) task of pumping every day, and about her emotions...
2024-09-0300 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endSummer holiday replay - Making the decision to weanThis summer bonus episode is a replay of episode 2, where I explore why you might want to end breastfeeding/chest feeding. I discuss the misleading advice that some parents receive, the societal pressures, and the guilt that you may be feeling, but also the autonomy that you can have to make this decision for yourself and your family.I’m taking a break over the summer holidays, and replaying a few of my most popular episodes. I’ll be back with a brand new episode on 3rd September 2024.My new...
2024-08-2045 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endTongue tie and breastfeedingThis week, I’m honoured to have a true legend of UK breastfeeding support for you - Sarah Oakley, IBCLC, Registered Nurse and Health Visitor and Tongue-Tie Practitioner.Sarah and I discuss how and why tongue-ties happen, what you can expect from a tongue-tie division, if it’s right for your child, how to find a practitioner and what after-care is needed. We also dive into the ethics and history of tongue-tie diagnosis, whether divisions are always helpful, and Sarah’s involvement with the Association of Tongue-Tie Practitioners. My new book, ‘Supporting the Trans...
2024-07-231h 05
Moms Night OutPrioritizing Yourself with Jamie & Emily of NAPS (Newborn and Parenting Support)Labor and delivery Nurses Jamie O’Day, RN, IBCLC and Emily Silver, NP-C, IBCLC sit down with Jenny, Katie and Mandy on today’s episode. As Moms, Jamie and Emily understand the importance of prioritizing mental health and making yourself a priority. They provide simple tips and tricks they have learned over the years, and why SLEEP is so important in this equation.Jamie and Emily started Newborn and Parenting Support (NAPS) in 2011 after hearing parents repeatedly ask “Can I take you home with us?!” In 2017, they committed to running NAPS as their full time jobs. NAPS is a seri...
2024-07-1059 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endPerimenopause and breastfeedingBreastfeeding and perimenopause both suffer from a lack of research and investment. When you put the two together, mothers in their 40s and 50s are often met with a lack of understanding and no clear path to follow. So this week, I’ve got together two women who know as much as anyone can do about these tricky subjects, Dr Claire Phipps, the Menopause GP, and Tamzin West IBCLC, to help me untangle the truth and the rumours.We talk about the symptoms of perimenopause and why blood testing doesn’t always help, how HRT and other trea...
2024-07-091h 19
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2024-06-0557 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endApproaches to supporting a weaning journey, with Katy Baker-CohenThere are as many approaches to weaning as there are nurslings, so in this episode, I thought I’d get another perspective from an IBCLC across the pond. Katy Baker-Cohen works with the Nurse Family Partnership and has her own private practice called Crescent Lactation Care based in Pennsylvania. Together we talk about our approaches to transitioning from breastfeeding, how to talk about bed sharing, methods of night weaning, and which methods we don’t encourage for families choosing parent-led weaning.Find out more about Katy at https://www.crescentlactationcare.com/She is @crescentlactationcare on instag...
2024-05-281h 09Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endCharlotte's story - a faltering growth journeyIn this episode, Charlotte shares her story of her son Noah’s journey with faltering growth and weight gain challenges. Her family struggled with bottle refusal, insufficient NHS support and hospital stays. Thanks partly to the remote support of lactation consultants, Noah is a happy 14 month old today with some great fat rolls, but the journey to get here was not an easy one.Charlotte is @the.smart.doula on instagramCharlotte talks about working with the brilliant Lucy Webber IBCLC. You can hear Lucy talking about the fourth trimester in episode 33 of this podcast. La...
2024-05-2158 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endSupporting LGBTQ+ familiesThe breadth of experiences that people from the LGBTQI+ community go through cannot possibly be covered in one episode, but today we’re making a start on how to support the community with lactation in its many forms.I’m speaking to BJ Woodstein IBCLC, who is also a doula, an academic and a translator, about the many choices open to Queer parents, including induced lactation, feeding after surrogacy and SNS chest feeding, as well as the discrimination that many face during medical care and in the workplace.Follow BJ o...
2024-04-3054 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endThe Fourth TrimesterToday’s episode is a wide ranging discussion about all the things you can expect from the fourth trimester, those first few months with your new baby. I’m joined by Lucy Webber IBCLC, a former midwife who went into private practice following the birth of her third child. Her new book, Breastfeeding and the Fourth Trimester, is out now. Lucy shares her wealth of experience and knowledge on hunger cues, recovering from a difficult birth, the early days of breastfeeding, pain and faltering growth, and towards the end of the episode, we bust some...
2024-03-121h 14Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endBreast health with Dr Justice ReillyIf you are breastfeeding, your breasts are going to be central to your success! Changes in breast health, from nipple damage and infection to breast cancer, can impact heavily your breastfeeding journey. In the most extreme cases, they can force a breastfeeding parent to stop nursing before they are ready.In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Justice Reilly, an IBCLC, medical doctor and expert in all things breast health. We talk about breast cancer screening and treatment while lactating, abscesses and other breast health concerns, and how to look after your breasts du...
2024-03-051h 15
The Milk Minute- A Lactation PodcastIs Breast Best? Interview with Victoria Facelli, IBCLC, Author of Feed the BabyBreast is best. We've all heard it, now let's talk about it. Today the Milk Minute is honored to have Victoria Facelli, author of "Feed the Baby: an inclusive guide to nursing, bottle feeding, and everything in between" on the show to discuss her incredible book. This is the kind of book that Heather and Maureen have dreamed of writing and is the perfect step-by-step guide to feeding your baby, complete with illustrations and videos. Victoria Facelli is an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, but not the kind that hates formula. She wrote this book to cut t...
2024-03-0159 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endThe Great PretendersWho are the ‘Great Pretenders’? These are babies born between 34 and 38 plus 6 weeks. They might be multiples, pre-term babies, late pre-term babies or early term babies. Lactation Consultant Kathryn Stagg calls these babies the Great Pretenders. They might appear to be ‘full term’, but often struggle to establish breastfeeding because of their prematurity.In this episode, Kathryn helps me explore the challenges and joys of these babies. We talk about the hospital experience, techniques to try to ensure that sleepy babies receive enough milk, and how to support breastfeeding going forward.My n...
2024-02-2758 min
Pushing PediatricsSeason 3: The NICU with special guest Emily Knell Spaeth, PT, DPT, IBCLC, LMT, NTMTC, CNT, RPYTJoin Sheila and special guest this week Emily Knell Spaeth, PT, DPT, IBCLC, LMT, NTMTC, CNT, RPYT as they cover all things related to the NICU. Dr. Emily Spaeth is an expert in all things pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and babies. She is the founder and CEO of Be Well Baby PDX. While supporting families as a doctor of physical therapy in the neonatal ICU, Emily saw a deep societal need for a more holistic approach to peripartum care, and decided to blend her background in yoga, massage, and lactation support with her expertise in physical therapy to create a...
2024-02-131h 58Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endOvercoming a difficult start - Emily's storyA difficult start doesn’t have to spell the end of your breastfeeding journey. In this episode, I’m speaking to Emily Sanderson about how she overcame the struggle of an undiagnosed tongue tie and a 19% weight loss in the first few days of her daughter Elsie’s life. Although Emily was failed at several points in her hospital experience, thanks to having expressed lots of colostrum antenatally and finally getting the help she needed, a year on, she and Elsie are thriving. Today’s episode was recorded under slightly different circumstances due to a Wifi fai...
2024-02-1351 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endBreastfeeding the braveI could have asked my guest this week, Dr Lyndsey Hookway, to talk about just about any aspect of breastfeeding. Lyndsey is an author and educator, a paediatric nurse, a health visitor and IBCLC and a researcher, and you might be most familiar with her work on sleep. But this time, we chose to talk about her project, ‘Breastfeeding the Brave’, which focuses on breastfeeding medically complex infants and children under paediatric clinical care. We talk about breastfeeding a sick child, the challenges in a hospital setting, standards in paediatric care, and supporting weaning for children with complex medical needs...
2024-02-061h 09
The Body Competence PodcastNutrition Support for Maternal and Infant Health with Mother of FactJoin Michelle (she/her), and registered dietitians Emily Sylvester (she/her) and Chacha Miller (she/her) of Mother of Fact for a conversation about the health of birthing people in the United States, and the platform they’ve developed to provide timely, individually tailored, culturally sensitive professional nutrition guidance to people who are in various stages of their reproductive journeys. They have generously offered to open up their platform to listeners of The Body Competence Podcast and you'll learn all about how to get access to their services at the end of this episode (52:30, to be exact). Mother of Fa...
2024-02-0154 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endBreastfeeding and allergiesAllergic reactions can be swift and frightening, but they can also be persistent and confusing. They are not only distressing for the baby, but also for their carers too, and the treatment often involves elimination diets for the nursing parent. This week I’ve got Kaya Thorpe IBCLC with me, who has personal and professional experience of coping with allergies in infants. Kaya explains what allergies are, how they present in babies and how we can treat them. Find out more about Kaya at The Milk Hub www.themilkhub.co.uk or www.lowestoftandwaveneybreastfeeding.co.uk
2024-01-301h 08Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endAll things poo!This might not be the episode to listen to while you are eating your breakfast. We’re talking poo. We’re covering texture, colour, smell, frequency - all the questions you ever wanted to ask, but were afraid to ask. And who better to answer those questions than Charlotte Treitl, IBCLC and founder of the Baby Poo Gallery? Charlotte and I discuss every aspect of poo from newborn to potty training, via allergies, when to seek medical help, elimination communication and much more.You can find follow Charlotte on Instagram @themilkrebel or find...
2024-01-161h 13
Mindfulness for PMDD with DianeHow Minimalism Can Help Your PMDD Stress & Anxiety with Emily McDermottMessage me with questions or comments!I cannot stop seeing the commonalities between Minimalism and Mindfulness!In this episode, Emily and I chat about:Minimalism and Simple Living and their relevance to living with PMDD and Chronic IllnessHow my relationships with minimalism and mindfulness are connectedUnexplained fertility and in vitro fertilizationMotherhoodThe science behind clutter and stressHow to simplify to decrease decision fatigueThe impact of routines and resetsMinimizing how much stuff we need to manage, clean, clean around, maintain, etc.How you can begin your decluttering journeyHow it's not just about the STUFF but also...
2024-01-1246 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endUnsettled babiesParenting an unsettled baby can be distressing and frustrating, especially when you feel like your concerns are not being heard. My guest this week, Shel Banks IBCLC, is working to help parents to address their worries, calm their babies and ultimately calm them.In our conversation, we touch on colic, reflux and faltering growth, looking at what each term really means and how they can be addressed. We also talk supplements, exclusion diets and probiotics. Find out more about Shel at www.shelbanks.co.uk or follow her on Instagram @shel_banks o...
2024-01-091h 14Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endDiabetes and breastfeedingCan I still breastfeed with type 1 diabetes? What will happen to my baby now that I have gestational diabetes?In this episode, I’m talking to Lucy Lowe, an IBCLC specialising in working with diabetes in pregnancy. We talk about how gestational diabetes is diagnosed and treated, what steps you can take to prepare for breastfeeding a baby if you have any type of diabetes, and how to get more support.Find out more about breastfeeding and chest feeding older babies and children in my book Supporting Breastfeeding Past the First Six Months an...
2024-01-021h 02Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endOversupplyMany parents worry that they won’t make enough milk for their child to thrive, but oversupply is much less talked about. For families who experience it though, it can cause pain, worry and lots of stress. This week I’m joined by fellow IBCLC Alice Lucken to identify the signs of oversupply, its causes, and what you can do to ease it. We talk about pumping, positioning, block nursing and supplements, as well as well-meaning advice to avoid.Follow Alice on Instagram @babyetaluk or go to her website Home - Baby et AlFind out...
2023-12-121h 12Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endLactation and fertilityTrigger warning: This episode discusses fertility struggles, miscarriage and early pregnancy loss.Fertility and breastfeeding can be confusing, with conflicting information coming from friends, family and medical practitioners, so in this episode I speak to the knowledgeable Carol Smyth IBCLC to try and make sense of the issue. We talk about what effect breastfeeding has on your hormones, when periods return after birth, nursing and assisted conception, charting and perimenopause.You can find more from Carol, including her articles about fertility at www.carolsmyth.co.ukThe books Carol mentioned are...
2023-10-2454 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endWeaning a neurodivergent child - Eleanor’s storyAre there additional challenges to weaning a neurodivergent child? What strategies can we employ to wean with care and kindness when neurodivergence is involved? In the next two episodes, I’m sharing two different perspectives, from Eleanor and Faith.In this episode, I speak to Eleanor about weaning her first child, Anna. Both Eleanor and Anna have recently been diagnosed with autism. We discuss the prevalence of neurodivergence in the breastfeeding supporter world, the similarities and differences between weaning her neurodivergent and neurotypical children, and Eleanor shares some resources that can be of help to parents and sup...
2023-10-1057 min
The Boob Business Podcast by Milk DivaEp 28. OB/GYN or Midwife: Navigating Your Birth & GYN Journey With Emily Darnall & Jess GoodSend us a textIn this juicy episode of "The Boob Business Podcast with Milk Diva," we delved deep into the incredible world of Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) and their superpowers in women's health with Emily Darnall and Jess Good from Moontower Midwifery.From those awkward teenage years, through the miraculous childbearing phase, and gracefully into the wisdom of menopause, CNMs are like the trusty sidekicks of every woman's journey. They've got your back!But wait, there's more! We didn't stop there. We...
2023-09-121h 00Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endNight weaningNight weaning is often the first step in parent-led weaning. In this episode, I explore how you could approach it and I talk about Dr Jay Gordon’s method and Lyndsey Hookway’s habit-stacking approach. I also discuss why I believe leaving your nursling overnight is not an effective strategy for weaning.Find out more about breastfeeding and chest feeding older babies and children in my book Supporting Breastfeeding Past the First Six Months and Beyond: A Guide for Professionals and ParentsFollow me on Twitter @MakesMilk and on Instagram @emmapickettibclc or find...
2023-09-1225 minMakes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the endMaking the decision to weanIn this episode, we explore why you might want to end breastfeeding/chest feeding. I discuss the misleading advice that some parents receive, the societal pressures, and the guilt that you may be feeling, but also the autonomy that you can have to make this decision for yourself and your family.Find out more about the benefits of breastfeeding and chest feeding in my book Supporting Breastfeeding Past the First Six Months and Beyond: A Guide for Professionals and ParentsFollow me on Twitter @MakesMilk and on Instagram @emmapickettibclc or find out m...
2023-09-0544 min
Maybe to Baby MicrobiomePreparing for breastfeedingJoin Qiara's Nutritionist and Clinical Educator, Emma Park and IBCLC, Emily Brittingham as they discuss what mums (and parents) need to know about preparing for breastfeeding. They chat about breastfeeding education, baby-led attachment, importance of skin-to-skin, and the wonders of breastmilk and the microbiome. Emily shares her valuable professional insights as well as her personal story of breastfeeding her 5 children (including twins!). Don't miss this one.
Emily Brittingham, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant is a passionate advocate for mothers and babies around the world. Emily’s personal experiences have shaped her into a compassionate guide for...
2023-08-0128 min
Lo’s Lactation LabEpisode 129 Breastfeeding in Business Meetings with Emily SylvesterImagine breastfeeding a four week old baby while founding a company, and doing the work of an intense accelerator program to get that company off the ground. And, this is not your first child, but your third. Emily of Mother of Fact shares her experiences breastfeeding her three children while working in the medical field and founding a business. On this episode you will hear:What it’s like to be a lactation professional and receive care in the hospitalInsight into what nutritionists learn about breastfeedingDiscussions of meeting funders while bringing a breastfeeding babyLack of true pumping breaks while wo...
2023-07-2454 min
The Natural Womanhood PodcastBreastfeeding with FAM? Yes, you can!So many women wonder if they can reliably use a fertility awareness method (FAM) while breastfeeding—and it's little wonder, given that this can be the trickiest of times to learn and use a FAM. But with a little guidance and perseverance, it absolutely can be done, and we're here to talk about how! In this episode of The Natural Womanhood Podcast, co-host Cassondra Moriarty is in the hot-seat, using her expertise and experience as an IBLCE-certified lactation consultant, postpartum doula, FAM instructor (and user), and mom of three to answer everything you've ever wanted to know about FAM an...
2023-04-2555 min
The Natural Womanhood PodcastCan Catholics Use NFP?It's no secret that fertility awareness methods (FAMs) can be a controversial subject. For non-Catholics, using FAMs for family planning is seen as controversial when they're (mis)understood as ineffective iterations of the Rhythm Method (of course, in reality, they're lightyears ahead of the Rhythm Method in scientific validity, and therefore incredibly effective when used appropriately). But for Catholics (who refer to the use of FAMs for family planning purposes as "Natural Family Planning" or simply "NFP"), the controversy is a completely different animal. As many of our readers and listeners likely know, the Catholic Church has a...
2023-04-1351 min
The Natural Womanhood PodcastMaking Space for Women's Bodies"Does the world we build welcome mothers, or does it treat them as a problem to be solved?" That's the question author Leah Libresco Sargeant wrestles with over and over again in her writings on her Substack and elsewhere, and especially in her essay "Designing Woman" for Comment. For this episode of The Natural Womanhood Podcast (S2E8), Grace and Cassie were thrilled to interview Leah about her essay, and her thoughts on what it would take to build workplaces and a society that would truly welcome women, their bodies, and their creative potential.The Natural Womanhood...
2023-03-3144 min
Wicked Good MomcastFeeding Your Baby With Nurture by NAPSSEASON 02: WICKED GOOD PREGNANCY | EPISODE 05
Feeding Your Baby with Nurture by NAPS
We know that one of the most stressful decisions a mom can make is how she will feed her baby. On today’s episode we are hearing from a local expert about the different feeding options, and how they are supporting local moms no matter if they choose to formula feed or breastfeed. This episode is packed with helpful information, so grab a pen and notepad, and listen in to Feeding Your Baby with Nurture by NAPS.
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EMILY SILVER is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Inte...
2023-03-2127 min
Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding ChatsAdrian - Insights From an IBCLC and Mom of 5Send us a textMy guest is Adrian Fear, IBCLC, owner of Huron River Lactation and mom of 5. Her breastfeeding journey started out with round the clock finger feeding(!) that eventually led to successful breastfeeding. And coming full circle she now helps other new moms in the metro Detroit area navigate breastfeeding challenges and set them on a path to meet their breastfeeding goals. If you'd like to see our conversation, and all of the goodies Adrian pulls out of her Mary Poppins bag, head to YouTube to view the video version of the conversation. W...
2023-03-1648 min
The Natural Womanhood PodcastThe "Third Way" for Sex EducationWhen it comes to adolescent sex education programs, do we have to choose between "abstinence-only" or "comprehensive?" Dr. Sarah Denny doesn't think so. In this episode of The Natural Womanhood Podcast, Grace and Cassie interview Dr. Denny about her beautiful and innovative vision of a "third way" for sex education—one which gives teens a full picture of both the biology and dignity of human reproduction. The Natural Womanhood Podcast brings together experts in the field of fertility awareness for candid, informative, and friendly conversations about authentic women’s health. The podcast is hosted by Grace Emily Stark...
2023-03-071h 01
The Natural Womanhood PodcastWhere We Talk About PornIn this episode of The Natural Womanhood Podcast (Season 2 / Episode 6), Grace and Cassie interview Dr. Matthew Loftus, a family doctor who currently lives (with his wife and four children!) and practices medicine in Kenya. As you might have guessed from the title, this is "the episode where we talk about porn," and we approached Dr. Loftus as a guest speaker on this topic after reading his excellent article on overcoming porn addiction in Plough. While this topic might seem a bit off-the-beaten-path from what we typically talk about on The Natural Womanhood Podcast and on the Natural Womanhood website...
2023-02-2447 min
The Natural Womanhood PodcastA Midwife Can Do That!?In this episode (Season 2 / Episode 5), Grace and Cassie interview Tiffany and Kelly of Beautiful One Midwifery, a practice based out of Encinitas, CA. In this wide-ranging interview, we discuss the key differences of midwifery care vs. obstetrical care when it comes to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum—learning a lot about the power of women's bodies in the process. "Your body is not broken," says the Beautiful One Midwifery website, "it is simply begging you to take it out of the system that neglects and dismisses you as a whole person in need of a holistic approach to health." It's a...
2023-02-1056 min
The Natural Womanhood PodcastFAM for Single WomenIn this episode (Season 2 / Episode 4), Grace and Cassie interview Julia McElhenny on the benefits of fertility awareness methods (FAMs) for single women. Julia is the assistant video editor for a non-profit media studio in Austin, TX called the Emergent Order Foundation, and she actually edited the first season of The Natural Womanhood Podcast for us—oh, and she happens to be Grace's little sister! Most importantly (for the purposes of this episode) Julia has been charting her cycles with a FAM since she was a teenager, which she (and her doctor) have used to diagnose and holistically treat both en...
2023-01-2751 min
The Natural Womanhood PodcastPCOS & NutritionIn this episode (Season 2 / Episode 3), Grace and Cassie interview functional nutritionist and registered dietician Victoria Coglianese of Wonderfully Made Nutrition. We discuss not only what good nutrition looks like for women suffering from PCOS, but also how to be mindful of the ways we nourish our bodies as women. Women are not just small men, and our nutritional needs differ in some very important ways, which Victoria breaks down for us in the fascinating, highly-informative episode. We hope you learn as much as we did from listening to her!The Natural Womanhood podcast is hosted by Grace...
2023-01-131h 02
The Natural Womanhood PodcastReclaiming Authentic FeminismIn this episode (Season 2 / Episode 2), Grace interviews Leah Jacobson, author of Wholistic Feminism: Healing the Identity Crisis Caused by the Women's Movement, and founder and CEO of The Guiding Star Project. Grace and Leah have a fascinating conversation that discusses the implications of the women's movement, from its origins, to its effects on modern women's health and well-being, and how organizations like Natural Womanhood are paving the way for a more authentic vision of women's health. The Natural Womanhood podcast is hosted by Grace Emily Stark and Cassondra Moriarty. Grace is an award-winning journalist, a certified instructor of...
2022-12-3049 min
The Natural Womanhood PodcastNavigating PostpartumWelcome back to The Natural Womanhood Podcast! In this episode (Season 2 / Episode 1), we're discussing all things postpartum. Cassie and Grace recorded this episode after both recently having new babies (their second and third, respectively), and in it, they reflect on what they've learned through each new postpartum experience--about themselves, their bodies, and their relationships. You don't want to miss this candid episode, especially if you're a brand-new mom (or know one!). The Natural Womanhood Podcast brings together experts in the field of fertility awareness for candid, informative, and friendly conversations about authentic women’s health. The podcast is...
2022-12-1658 minEmpowered WomenPELVIC FLOOR POWER WITH THERESA FEOLA: FUNCTION, REPAIR, AND THE POWER OF THE FEMALE ORGASM
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Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Change Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski Ph.D
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2022-11-221h 10
H.U.M.P.S.SUnderwear BasicsToday we are going to discuss a few things you should consider when purchasing underwear and maybe offer you a little insight on your undergarments. Always important to look at the basics! You can follow me on instagram at danielle.m.laflamme. YouTube video links:Dr. Mike “Your Underwear Exposed”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtEO2KivC1wDr. Mike “How Often Should you Change your Underwear” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqfKZumM_qo...
2022-11-1025 min
Chronically MisinformedInfant Feeding and Maternal Health Bias & Misinformation with Emily SylvesterSend us a textEmily Sylvester, MS, RD, LDN, IBCLC Emily is the Founder and CEO of Mother of Fact. Emily has worked as a pediatric Registered Dietitian and IBCLC for over 12 years working closely with breastfeeding families, NICU babies, and infants and toddlers who need help to grow and thrive by providing nutrition care in homes, schools, community groups, and outpatient clinics. Emily is the 2019-2024 president of the Massachusetts Breastfeeding Coalition and was recognized as the 2018 Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Emily...
2022-10-061h 16
Your Doula BFFEverything You Need To Know About Introducing Solids w/JoEllen NobleIs your baby ready for solids? Depends on who you ask! From friends and family who want to share what worked for them, to a pediatrician who casually notes you can “start with cereal now,” and various social media posts from everyone else… it’s hard to know when is the right time for your baby. Best friend, I’ve got the answer. :) In this interview, I’m talking with JoEllen Noble, IBCLC and certified doula extraordinaire. JoEllen is a wealth of knowledge and she’s sharing it all with us today… Specifical...
2022-10-0342 min
Wholly a WomanEpisode 114: Preparing for birth - ft. Jaimie Zaki, birth doula, IBCLC | Dr. Emily, natural family planning pharmacistTake-aways:-Educate yourself on your options-A birth doula provides continuous 1-on-1 birth support for you in every way other than medical-Are you in a fear cycle or a safety cycle? When you’re feeling afraid, your body releases hormones that fight against labor, which causes more difficulty in labor, which can then generate more fear. When you’re feeling safe, your body releases hormones that help you feel calm, so your labor progresses more easily, and you can feel more secure in what you are doing-3 pillars of confidence: womanly wisdom, self-advocacy, and surr...
2022-06-1256 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah65 | Boundaries with high needs clientsWe have all had those clients who seem to always need us and are always texting or emailing us (you know the ones we are talking about).When you first start your lactation business you just want to help everyone even if that means your family and personal life suffer.But as you take on more clients, you have to start setting those boundaries or it leads to frustration and burnout.In this episode, we talk about the boundaries we have set in our private...
2022-03-0838 min
UnswaddledWeaningAs promised, Emily’s postpartum series continues with her experience weaning from breastfeeding. To recap, Emily identified early on that Eloise had an allergy, and transitioned to formula. Unlike weaning with her older daughter’s, Emily recalls what it was like to wean Eloise (and how she did it) with a well established milk supply. Jamie and Emily go over: -Weaning timelines and strategies -Reducing volume vs. reducing time -Quitting cold turkey -Different approached for different people -Hormonal shifts -Emotional shift -Mood swings & mom guilt -Mastitis -Asking for help...
2022-02-2828 min
There are No RulesQ&A with Dr. Emily Amos: Mindfulness and motherhoodIn this episode of the pod I’m sharing the audio of a video Q&A I recorded with Dr Emily Amos as part of the Take Up Space anti-challenge I offered Heartfelt members a few weeks back. Emily is a GP, board certified lactation consultant, meditation and yoga teacher and mum. She shares insights she has gained from her own unique experience burning out despite doing all the things we are ‘told to do’ such as meditating and practicing yoga. She now helps support mums, doctors and anyone who wants to learn to meditate or practice more mindfulness in their...
2022-01-2452 min
The Natural Womanhood PodcastWhy this former top IVF doc now only offers restorative reproductive medicine: An interview with Dr. Lauren Rubal, M.D.Dr. Lauren Rubal, M.D. is a board-certified OB/GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist (REI). She was also once one of the top full-scope REI providers for the Kaiser Health Network, which meant that she frequently provided in vitro fertilization (IVF) services to patients struggling with infertility, and provided birth control to women struggling with menstrual issues like endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). But after several years of this kind of practice, Dr. Lauren began to feel a pull towards practicing another way—a way that would holistically restore a woman's health or a couples' fertility, so that they co...
2021-10-2951 minThe Natural Womanhood PodcastHow fertility awareness can help us reclaim an authentic vision of self-care: An interview with Julia Hogan, LCPCWhat do you think of when you hear the term "self care?" Does it mean treating yourself to something special or expensive? Does it mean forcing yourself to maintain some semblance of personal hygiene (like showering), even though you're overwhelmed and exhausted? In this episode (Season 1 / Episode 7), we tackle the topic of self-care with therapist Julia Hogan, LCPC, and discuss the ways that fertility awareness can help us reclaim (and practice) an authentic sense of self-care. Especially as we gear up for the busy-ness of the holiday season, you do not want to miss this enlightening episode—and...
2021-10-1749 minThe Natural Womanhood PodcastWhat does FAM have to offer relationships? An interview with NW board member Jackie AguilarLiving with your fertility feels radically different when turning off your fertility is the cultural norm. But couples often find when they make the switch to using a fertility awareness method (FAM), that it can be a wonderful tool for strengthening their relationship.In this episode (Season 1 / Episode 6), we have an enlightening conversation with FertilityCare Practitioner and Natural Womanhood board member Jackie Aguilar. Listen to her story unfold as she describes how the birth control pill interfered with her newlywed relationship, and how her journey towards a fertility awareness method gave way to a greater understanding of h...
2021-10-0346 minThe Natural Womanhood PodcastThe exciting history of fertility awareness methods (FAM), and why modern FAMs are NOT your great-grandmother's rhythm methodFertility Awareness Methods have come a long way from your great grandma’s rhythm method. As Grace puts it, comparing today's Fertility Awareness Methods (FAMs) to the antiquated rhythm method is like comparing Jerry Seinfeld's car phone to the smart phone you are probably listening to this podcast on. Who first discovered that basal body temperature rises after ovulation? Who put together the pieces of cervical fluid patterns? How did the various methods of fertility charting come to be? We talk about all of that and more in this episode of The Natural Womanhood Podcast! In addition to...
2021-09-1941 minThe Natural Womanhood PodcastThe surprising (and sordid) history of hormonal birth controlBirth control is so ubiquitous and so easy to procure, that many women have not stopped to think about how it prevents pregnancy, and why it matters. The history of birth control, from the very first iteration of the Pill to the modern options available to women today, provides some interesting clues about what birth control is, how it works, and what its creators intended it for. In this episode of The Natural Womanhood Podcast (Season 1 / Episode 4), our co-host Grace Emily Stark discusses the history of hormonal birth control, based on research she conducted for the Novak j...
2021-09-0542 minThe Natural Womanhood PodcastWhat is FEMM? An interview with Anna Halpine, founder of FEMMAlthough FEMM is one of the latest fertility awareness methods (FAMs) to take the world of women's reproductive health by storm, it's built on a long history of established science. Complete with a sleek mobile app and established restorative reproductive medicine protocols—and a growing directory of healthcare providers around the world trained to administer those protocols—FEMM is what you might call a "next generation" fertility awareness method. And with a growing list of FEMM teachers worldwide (including our very own Cassondra Moriarty!), learning to use FEMM for health and family planning has never been easier. In th...
2021-08-2248 minThe Natural Womanhood PodcastWhat is pelvic floor therapy, and why do you need it? An interview with Dr. Jen Tippmann, PT, DPTSome of our most popular articles on the Natural Womanhood website have to do with painful sex. A growing area of interest is how pelvic floor physical therapy can be utilized to heal the causes of painful sex, but as we discover in this episode, it can do so much more. In this episode (Season 1 / Episode 2), we interview Dr. Jen Tippmann, PT, DPT, owner of Tippmann Physical Therapy in Fort Wayne, IN, about her work as a pelvic floor physical therapist. Both Cassie and Grace learned a lot in their conversation with Dr. Tippmann, especially how pelvic f...
2021-08-0842 minThe Natural Womanhood PodcastIntroducing The Natural Womanhood Podcast: Who are Grace & Cassie, and how did we get into Fertility Awareness?The Natural Womanhood Podcast brings together experts in the field of fertility awareness for candid, informative, and friendly conversations about authentic women's health. From pelvic floor physical therapy, to surgical interventions, to relationships and mental health, no topic is off limits for Grace and Cassie, as they seek to bring the empowering truth about women, their bodies, and their cycles to their listeners: that is, that women's cycles are essential, powerful, important, and do not need to be "controlled." The Natural Womanhood podcast is hosted by Grace Emily Stark and Cassondra Moriarty. Grace is an award-winning journalist...
2021-07-2241 minUnswaddledWhat are you making breastfeeding mean?Breastfeeding… what a loaded topic. During this episode, Jamie and Emily talk about the heavily stigmatized topic of feeding. What it means from a medical perspective, a family perspective and more importantly what YOU are making it mean to you. As IBCLC’s and business owners working in the space of newborn care and women’s health, Jamie and Emily frequently encounter these strong emotions and feelings towards the choice of feeding, more specifically breastfeeding, when things are not going as expected. Breastfeeding is hard (I.e. trouble with supply, weight gain, nipple pain, diet changes and all the...
2021-05-3128 min