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Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahPromo | Deeper Dive into Colostrum Harvesting with Elizabeth Montez ILC, IBCLCEach month, Annie and I take a deeper dive into topics and information with an expert to give us more insights on things that we might be incorporating in our clinical practice as well as entrepreneurs and business owners. We're bringing you this snippet today to give you a taste of what these deeper dives are all about.Elizabeth Montez ILC, IBCLC is our guest this month to talk about colostrum harvesting. It's popular on social media, but is there a harmful side to this practice?Elizabeth Montez, pronouns are she/her/kwe is a...2025-07-3011 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahRebroadcast | Taking Risks to grow Your Private PracticeAre you a risk taker or do you tend to overthink before taking action?In this episode, we dive into the nuanced world of risk-taking, particularly in the context of growing a private practice.Leah shares her tendency to be risk-averse and the overthinking spiral that can result from facing risky decisions. Annie, on the other hand, describes herself as someone who jumps into ideas quickly, often figuring things out as she goes. We explore the idea that both cautious planning and spontaneous action require their own forms of bravery and c...2025-07-1524 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahPromo | Deeper Dive into Movement with Sheherezad Dubash PT, DPT, RYTEach month, Annie and I take a deeper dive into topics and information with an expert to give us more insights on things that we might be incorporating in our clinical practice as well as entrepreneurs and business owners. We're bringing you this snippet today to give you a taste of what these deeper dives are all about.This month we are learning how movement can help your clients become and stay comfortable in their bodies while feeding and pumping with physical therapist Dr. Sheherezad Dubash.Sheherezad (Sherry) Dubash is a board-certified physical...2025-06-1810 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah99 | Who cares about the WHO Code? We do!This week, we’re getting personal, ethical, and just a little fired up. We’re talking about the formula-fueled elephant in the room: Bobbie’s new “free support” collab with NAPS, led by two IBCLCs. Yep, a formula company funding lactation support. This news has sparked strong emotions as it contradicts the core principles of our profession, particularly regarding the WHO code that seeks to regulate the marketing of infant formula. But fear not! We’re not just here to rant—we are here to rally. There are...2025-06-1720 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahPromo | Deeper Dive into Low Milk Supply with Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCAEach month, Annie and I take a deeper dive into topics and information with an expert to give us more insights on things that we might be incorporating in our clinical practice as well as entrepreneurs and business owners. We're bringing you this snippet today to give you a taste of what these deeper dives are all about.We are chatting all things low milk supply with Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA, co-author of Making More Milk.Lisa Marasco has been working with breastfeeding mothers for over 35 years and has been Internationally Board...2025-05-2110 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah98 | Empathetic CommunicationIn this episode, we dive headfirst into the emotional topic that is client communication, especially the kind that happens when everyone’s stressed, sleep-deprived, and possibly holding a crying baby (or crying themselves). As a lactation consultant, it turns out, your mood matters. Shocking, right? If you're under-caffeinated, over-caffeinated, or just generally cranky, your ability to be empathetic can fly right out the window. Good communication means actually listening (and not just waiting for your turn to talk), choosing our words carefully, and never, ever...2025-05-1330 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahPromo | Deeper Dive into Triplets with Nichelle Clark, BS, IBCLC, IFC, HSCEach month, Annie and I take a deeper dive into topics and information with an expert to give us more insights on things that we might be incorporating in our clinical practice as well as entrepreneurs and business owners. We're bringing you this snippet today to give you a taste of what these deeper dives are all about.This month Nichelle Clark, BS, IBCLC, IFC, HSC will take us through her journey supporting a family with triplets born at 32 weeks.Nichelle Clark is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Infant Feeding Counselor (IFC), Holistic...2025-04-2310 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah97 | Annie and Leah get Interviewed!Today we are the ones being interviewed. Julia, a rockstar student in UCSD's Pathway to Lactation program, slid into our DMs to share her journey and fangirl over the podcast (and reminded us that, yes, people actually listen to this thing).The conversation begins with an exploration of a typical workday, punctuated by our varied responsibilities as lactation consultants. We also share what we love about our jobs like baby snuggles and supporting new mothers.But let’s keep it real—our job isn’t all a...2025-04-1526 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahPromo | Deeper Dive into Burnout with Michelle WardEach month, Annie and I take a deeper dive into topics and information with an expert to give us more insights on things that we might be incorporating in our clinical practice as well as entrepreneurs and business owners. We're bringing you this snippet today to give you a taste of what these deeper dives are all about.This month we talk about keeping our businesses going while working through burnout with small business coach Michelle Ward. Michelle Ward (she/her) is a business coachsultant (yup, she made up that term and is sticking with...2025-04-0410 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah96 | Stocking Your OfficeIn this episode, we take on the high-stakes world of office supply management, because nothing says “thriving professional” like frantically searching for a missing flange insert.We discuss how to stockpile just enough essential supplies without drowning in a sea of unnecessary purchases. Plus where we store them in our small office spaces.But it’s not just about space; it's also about the emotional rollercoaster of supply management. Annie confesses to the soothing yet regrettable power of retail therapy, which once resulted in an office overflowing with p...2025-03-1823 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah95 | Creating a Welcoming EnvironmentIn this episode, we dive into how our surroundings can make or break a parent’s already fragile sanity. Turns out, everything from the way we breathe (yes, even that) to where we sit down in someone’s living room can impact whether a parent feels supported.From home visits to clinic spaces, we discuss how décor, lighting, and the strategic absence of clutter can prevent sensory overload (for both babies and adults). We also explore the delicate dance of being an "uninvited guest" in a family’s home—because n...2025-02-1830 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah94 | Scheduling TetrisToday we are diving into the crazy world of scheduling. From juggling multiple locations to dealing with holiday madness, we are sharing our secrets and survival tactics. Leah explains her scheduling system, which involves multiple providers and locations, and the crucial role that her administrative assistant, Amanda, plays in orchestrating the chaos (and why she should get a raise). Annie explains how she navigates the nuances of handling interns and a recently expanded office schedule by implementing a more automated system to minimize the back-and-forth with her cl...2025-01-1435 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah93 | Good Enough is Good EnoughIt’s the New year and with that comes making resolutions but this year we are not excited about it.The idea of setting goals has become daunting. Plus we usually don’t keep them anyway. It’s time to take a more intentional approach and remember that good enough is good enough.Listen in as we set a goal to not put so much pressure on ourselves and just realize that we are doing the best we can (just like everyone else). ”We...2024-12-2423 min
English with Pete and Rebecca Series 2(#2#17) Parties, festivities and celebrations!After quite a long break, due to personal reasons, Pete and Rebecca join forces once again in this great episode, which fits just perfectly for this time of the year: December! In this episode they talk about different expressions and vocabulary related to parties, festivities and celebrations.We would just like to thank you all for tuning in, following us and sharing our content and would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a great start to the New Year ahead!Podcast notes:- Gathering: bringing together of things - reunirse/reunión...2024-12-2036 min
Made From What's Left58: Wherein we are jolly AFIt's the Christmas episode! Join Paige and Rebecca for holiday hijinks and seasonal shenanigans.
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Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah92 | We Keep Getting Older SomehowBring some tissues to this episode because we are talking about not only us getting older but also our kids.We candidly share our experiences of growing older while still relating to a client base primarily entrenched in the childbearing years. We reflect on how our experiences differ profoundly from those of our clients and how that fosters a need for empathy, understanding, and adaptation in our approach.We also dive into the nostalgia of reflecting on previous parenting stages and discuss the sentimental emotions that arise...2024-11-1222 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah91 | Well hey there! (It's been a minute)We’re back! Did you miss us?We are reconnecting after a summer break where Leah was recovering from major back surgery, a significant event that shifted not just her physical circumstances but profoundly affected her approach to both life and business. Also, Annie reveals her previous mindset regarding health issues and the unrealistic standards she sets for herself, which led to detrimental consequences. The painful truth is that, too often, we delay seeking medical attention until our conditions require urgent action.“It’s...2024-10-0823 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahBonus | Tongue TiedEach month, Annie and I take a deeper dive into topics and information with an expert to give us more insights on things that we might be incorporating in our clinical practice as well as entrepreneurs and business owners. We're bringing you this snippet today to give you a taste of what these deeper dives are all about.This month, we talked with Allison Alexander, LPN IBCLC about the contentious debate surrounding tongue tie. We explore the recent uproar ignited by a clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), which has set the la...2024-09-1005 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahPromo | Deeper Dive into Planning with Tenise N. Hordge MBA, IBCLCEach month, Annie and I take a deeper dive into topics and information with an expert to give us more insights on things that we might be incorporating in our clinical practice as well as entrepreneurs and business owners. We're bringing you this snippet today to give you a taste of what these deeper dives are all about.This month, we got to chat with Tenise N. Hordge MBA, IBCLC about planning. She dives into time blocking, setting priorities, learning to say no, and delegating.Each month we host a...2024-05-3005 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah90 | Taking Risks to Grow your Private PracticeAre you a risk taker or do you tend to overthink before taking action?In this episode, we dive into the nuanced world of risk-taking, particularly in the context of growing a private practice.Leah shares her tendency to be risk-averse and the overthinking spiral that can result from facing risky decisions. Annie, on the other hand, describes herself as someone who jumps into ideas quickly, often figuring things out as she goes. We explore the idea that both cautious planning and spontaneous action require their o...2024-05-1425 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahPromo | Deeper Dive into Reflux with Cathy Watson GennaEach month, Annie and I take a deeper dive into topics and information with an expert to give us more insights on things that we might be incorporating in our clinical practice as well as entrepreneurs and business owners. We're bringing you this snippet today to give you a taste of what these deeper dives are all about.This month, we got to chat with Cathy Watson Genna about reflux. She dives into what reflux is, the causes of reflux, and strategies for IBCLCs to support families when dealing with reflux....2024-04-2203 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah89 | Know What You Don't KnowToday we are discussing how hard it can be to keep up to date with all the new information that is thrown at us.Not to mention all the misinformation that is out there!Deciding what to implement in your lactation business and what you shouldn’t can cause such a headache.Listen in as we go down memory lane, reminiscing about our own learning adventures and the ever-present quest to fill our brains with more knowledge.2024-04-0932 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahPromo | Deeper Dive into Allergies with Hope Lima, PhD, RDN, IBCLCEach month, we host a Deeper Dive, which is a live Q& A with an expert in the field of lactation, business, or personal development. The following snippet is from our most recent Deeper Dive. This month, we got to meet with Hope Lima and we talked about all things allergies. Hope helped us understand what an IBCLC needs to know about allergies, the difference between intolerance and allergies, and symptoms to look for in infants. We hope you enjoy!Each month we host a live Deeper Dive so you can connect wit...2024-04-0103 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah88 | When to Raise your RatesIn today’s episode, we're tackling a subject that can make hearts pound and palms sweat: raising your rates in your business. We open up about the challenges of pricing our services, sharing personal experiences and insights into the uncomfortable yet necessary discussions about when and how to raise rates. Listen in as we unravel the complexities of money mindset, emphasizing the significance of charging what you're worth to avoid burnout and maintain the financial health of your business.“So much of it really comes...2024-03-1225 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah87 | Taking the Longview of Your Private PracticeIn our lactation businesses, we want to plan long-term while also remaining open to new challenges and opportunities.None of us can predict the future, but having a plan in place is a great way to know what you want your business to look like as it grows.In this episode, we are diving headfirst into the wild ride that is running your own lactation private practice and letting you in on the things we wished we knew when starting out."Even if you...2024-02-1326 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahBonus | ChartingIn this bonus episode of one of our very first Deeper Dives, we're talking about our charting adventures and spilling the tea on all the electronic charting platforms we've tried.Plus we share our top-secret strategies for nailing that documentation, and let me tell you, customizing those charting templates is a game-changer. And checkboxes for intake? Total lifesavers!This episode is all about mixing things up with our charting methods to make sure they fit just right in different settings."One way to think...2024-01-301h 02
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah86 | Listener QuestionsYou have questions, we have answers!In today’s episode, we are answering listener questions. Everything from burnout, internships, and patient privacy.We also talk about financial strategies for your private practice, because we know that money matters.The most important thing is to stay focused on your own journey and remember we're here to cheer you on every step of the way.“I got a lot of friends out there going through the same things that I am and figuring this out too...2024-01-0955 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahBonus | Business SetupIn this bonus episode of one of our first Deeper Dives, we are diving into the exciting world of setting up your own private practice.We'll be chatting about all the juicy stuff like deciding what kind of practice to have, how to handle follow-up services like a boss, and setting those all-important boundaries with clients. Oh, and let's not forget about actually making money! We'll be dishing out some killer tips on managing the financial side of running a practice, like offering payment pl...2023-12-2642 min
Believe for BiggerTrusting God with Special Guest-Rebecca BishopIn this week's episode I have a special guest-Rebecca Bishop. I am always curious to learn more about what I just don't know. And Rebecca brought some insight to the homeschool life. She is the owner and founder of the The Honest Homeschool. We had a great conversation about her journey of trusting God. I loved hearing about her faith and how she leaned into to it when she faced the unknown. I walked away with a greater understanding on how leaning into God is one of our greatest gifts he gives us.
Rebecca...2023-12-1531 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah85 | 5 Years of Lactation Business CoachingWe're taking a trip down memory lane and sharing some hilarious moments from our podcasting journey. Let's just say, it's not always glamorous dealing with breastfeeding challenges!So grab your headphones and get ready for some laughs and insights as we celebrate 5 years of the podcast!“Does it feel good for your clients to pay what they're paying but also does it feel good to work for what we're charging?"In this episode, we will cover:The emotional side of pricing (1:49)The...2023-12-1228 min
Earthy Girls is a Mother/Daughter Organic Duo who LOVE the Planet & All things Green.Holly Jolly Eco Friendly Christmas. How to have a Happy Holiday while loving Mother Earth.SE 3 EP 42Here's to a healthy Holiday season for our Mother Earth. Tips and Tricks to having a sustainable and Creative Christmas, Kwanza and Hanukah and Winter Solstice Season!
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The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that Script.
Reduce, Reuse and then Recycle. Consider it this way, It's Not just an inconvenience, it's an investment in the future generations.
Find u...2023-12-0526 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahBonus | Imposter SyndromeIn this bonus episode, we dive deep into the topic of imposter syndrome and share our own fears and anxieties surrounding it.Oh boy, do we know how tough it can be for lactation consultants! The expectations and pressures can be sky-high. And let's not forget about the impact imposter syndrome can have on our professional growth and confidence. It's a real bummer, but don't worry, we've got some great advice coming your way.“When you're connected and things are flowing out of you, tha...2023-11-2851 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah84 | 5 Year Anniversary Episode!Today we are celebrating our five year podcast anniversary.So, we're taking a trip down memory lane and reminiscing about how we first met and started this incredible podcast. It's been quite the journey!We can't thank our listeners enough for sticking with us throughout the years. You make this podcast so much fun and we couldn't do it without you. You guys rock! “We always need to keep learning but it always feels like it's never enough”In this episode, we will cover:How we...2023-11-0727 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahBonus | Care PlansToday we are sharing one of our very first Deep Dives. We are going to dive into what makes a care plan truly amazing. We're all about keeping things flexible and personalized, but we'll also give you some handy guidelines to follow.One thing we can't stress enough is the importance of involving the family in creating the care plan. We want to make sure everyone is on the same page, so using language that makes sense to them is key. We'll also chat about how to transmit those care plans...2023-10-1038 min
Rebel RadioHow Music Grows Brands — Joe Belliotti and Rebecca JollyBrand partnerships in music has become more and more important in recent years. It's been a big part of my business — putting partnerships together for brands like Scion, Mazda, 7UP, and for artists like Linkin Park — and today's episode is with two people at the top of the game.Joe Belliotti and Rebecca Jolly (are the authors of How Music Grows Brands — a field guide to building successful partnerships. The book is incredibly insightful into what it takes to make these relationships work, how and why they often go wrong, and contains a number of pra...2023-09-141h 08
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah83 | Annie Talks Leah Down about ChartingToday, we are chatting about Leah’s charting struggle. Let me tell you, it's been a real headache! We are just dying to find a better, more efficient way to handle it all.We both have had our fair share of charting challenges and we are spilling the beans about it.In this episode, we dive into the nitty-gritty of finding the time and focus to get those charts done.“Good enough is good enough.”In this episode, we will cover:The co...2023-09-1223 min
Big Things PodcastWhat Is Your Brand’s Sound? Exploring Sonic Branding with Joe Belliotti and Rebecca JollyEver wondered about the magic behind your favorite brand's unique sounds? Does your brand have a sound? Have you ever really considered it? Every time we add music to our social media videos, or sound effects, we start to build a sound ecosystem around our brand – and that affects how your audience feels. In this episode, we’re talking with sonic branding experts, Joe Belliotti and Rebecca Jolly, about the release of their new book: How Music Grows Brands. They break down the science behind sonic branding, how to strategically select sounds and music that fit your brand’s target...2023-08-0242 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah81 | Stocking Your OfficeAre you ready to stock up on all the office essentials for your lactation business? Well, you're in luck because we are here to guide you through the must-haves for your workspace. In this episode, we are discussing everything from safety gear to nifty tools that will make your office life a breeze.Supporting breastfeeding families is crucial, so we are dishing out the essential tools and information to make that happen.“You can waste a whole lot of money buying all the gizmos and gad...2023-07-1123 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah79 | What makes Lactation Consultants Different from Other Perinatal ProvidersAs more and more parents seek lactation support, it is important to understand the unique role that lactation consultants play in providing care to families. We know that lactation consultants are different from other healthcare professionals in many ways but how do you convey what we do to others?In this episode, we are discussing how our relationships with patients are very different from other providers and how we can provide a unique perspective to the care of families.“I think that our role is so...2023-05-1633 min
On Brand with Nick WestergaardHow Music Grows Brands with Rebecca JollyRebecca Jolly is co-author of the new book How Music Grows Brands. As a consultant she focuses on innovative brand solutions across the music and entertainment industries to drive growth and connect with audiences. She discussed how brands need to approach music differently this week on the On Brand podcast.About Rebecca JollyRebecca Jolly is a global business consultant focused on innovative brand solutions across the music, publishing, and entertainment industries, utilizing the power of music to drive growth, connect with audiences, and as a vehicle for change and impact. She's w...2023-03-1329 min
PR Resolution podcastHow Music Grows BrandsIn this episode I delve into the power of music; how it shapes cultures, grows brands and can drive business.
I’m interviewing two people who’s deep understanding of music & culture has led them to work on brand partnership deals that have built reputation and grow businesses.
I’m joined by ex-Head of Global Music at Coca-Cola, Joe Belliotti and Rebecca Jolly who is a global business consultant focused on growing business through culture.
Former MD at Mixmag and now MD at new generation media company Woo from ITV, Rebecca has extensive music m...2023-03-0635 min
Earthy Girls is a Mother/Daughter Organic Duo who LOVE the Planet & All things Green.Holly Jolly ECO-FRIENDLY Holiday Season! Tis the season to give and receive, lets give Mother Earth the love she needs. SE 2 EP 28Eco Friendly Holiday Season. Whether you are celebrating Christmas, Kwanza or Boxing Day, the Earthy Girls have you covered.
The Earthy Girls want to encourage, inform & inspire you to take that small step, make that 2 degree pivot towards loving your planet not just living on it. It's a Mindset! Flip that Script.
Reduce, Reuse and then Recycle. Consider it this way, It's Not just an inconvenience, it's an investment in the future generations. Find us on Instagram @earthygirl.co or on Facebook as Earthy Girls. Our outro music provided by @absentmindedwolf. Find him on Spotify or...2022-12-0932 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah73 | Finding your Goldilocks Case LoadRemember the story of Goldilocks and The Three Bears and how she found the perfect porridge and chair? It seemed it was made just for her.That got us thinking about what is our perfect amount of work cases to be taking on at a time in our private practice.We soon came to realize that this is a very hard thing to figure out. Being a lactation consultant is an emotional rollercoaster then add running your own business into it and the ups and downs get even...2022-11-0126 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah71 | How do we take care of future Annie & Leah?Do you find yourself working really hard right now so that you can give your future self a break?Have you actually taken that break that you promised your future self? (be honest!)We realized that we were doing things to benefit our future selves but then not actually taking advantage of all the things we were doing.In this episode, we discuss how what you do today can help your future self and that you actually need to step into that version of your...2022-07-0525 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah69 | Different Stresses Families Face and Creative Ways We Can HelpNobody is immune from stress. (If you are, then please tell us your secrets).Everyone experiences life in different ways so everyone has things that stress them that may not be obvious or logical to you. As lactation consultants, sometimes we have to get creative in how we communicate with families.In this episode, we're talking about ways families might be stressed and how can we help them work through that stress.We are giving you our tips and tricks that we use i...2022-05-1021 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah67 | Bouncing Back when Life Issues Impact your Private PracticeSometimes events or issues in our personal lives affect our lives as business owners and IBCLCs. Today we are discussing how to bounce back when these things happen.Let’s be honest, life happens and we can’t always prepare for things that happen but there are some things we can do ahead of time to make sure that our private practices and our clients are taken care of.We are not always in the right mindset to handle these situations when we have an emergency going on or w...2022-04-1232 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah66 | Emotional Side of Taking InsuranceDoes your heart start pounding when you hear the word insurance?It does for us.Maybe it’s because not all insurances even recognize us as providers plus there’s the uncertainty about getting paid.We also worry that money will negatively impact our relationship with our clients. It can be so stressful.In this episode, we discuss the emotional side of insurance and how frustrating it can be.“I get so worried that even talking about money or any st...2022-03-2214 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
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah64 | Nurture SustainabilityYou want your private practice to be sustainable but where do you begin?We want to let you in on a little secret, nurturing your business is actually not just about your business. It’s also about nurturing yourself.You have to pour into yourself because behind the business is a person. As a lactation consultant, you've been called to do something amazing in the world, and being able to come at that from a place of wholeness and strength, only happens when you take care of yourself fi...2022-02-0824 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEP62 | What we're looking forward toHappy New Year!Can you believe that it’s 2022 already? It seems so crazy that we crossed into another year.The pandemic has changed our lactation private practices so much but not all of it was bad. It has actually given us new ideas on how we want to run our businesses and serve our clients.In this episode, we are going over what we are looking forward to in 2022 and what we are ready to leave behind.“Here we are two year...2022-01-1119 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEP61 | Reflections on 10 Years as an IBCLCWe can not believe that it has been 10 years since we became IBCLCs!No matter how long you’ve been in business, it’s important to always reflect on what you’ve learned and how you will keep growing.In this episode, we are doing just that! We are talking about how our businesses have grown, what we would have done differently, and the danger of thinking you have learned it all. “I wish I'd recognized that the only person I needed to prove s...2021-12-2125 min
The Totally Inexpert, Expert Film PodcastEpisode 26: It's a Wonderful LifeHello! And Welcome to the 2021 Holiday episode of The Totally Inexpert, Expert Film Podcast. Its a jolly one over hear today, as we discuss the 1946 Christmas classic, Its A Wonderful Life. Neither Beccas had ever seen this one before, so its a new merry experience all around. Tune in to get that Christmas spirit going!Feel free to email us at TTIEFpodcast@gmail.comFollow the podcast on twitter & instagram @ttiefpodcastFollow Becca Down on twitter @becca_down and on instagram @_rebooksFol...2021-12-1456 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEP57 | Nurture Your Private Practice, Expand the Circle of Care (part 2)What does expanding your circle of care mean? What does it look it?Treating your practice as a business is not just good for you, but it’s good for the families you take care of. This includes finding support so the burden of nurturing your business is not solely on you.There’s no way to be a hundred percent independent in your business so building that foundation of support at the beginning of your business is important. The goal is to have a compassionate and sustainable priv...2021-10-2628 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEP 56 | Nurture Your Private Practice: Expand the Circle of Care (part 1)You are passionate about the clinical work you do but sometimes you can get so focused on your clients that you forget you need to nurture your business also. You didn’t become a lactation consultant because you wanted to be an entrepreneur - but here you are!We didn’t start out with a business mindset, both of us were just excited about the opportunity to help more families. It was a hard lesson to learn that we can’t just serve our clients, but that we also need to run a...2021-10-1226 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahPromo: Deeper Dive in Private Practice With Shelly Taft, LPN, IBCLC, ISE, CBEThe Lactation Business Coaching Deeper Dives feature experts from inside and outside of lactation sharing their wisdom, insight, and practical hands-on tips. Enjoy this free 10-minute sample with our June guest, Shelly Taft LPN, IBCLC, CBE, ISE.Shelly runs a busy practice just outside Boston, MA. She created and is the host of The Baby Pro Podcast and founder of The Baby Pro Bistro, a unique membership site for new and expecting parents. Shelly also crawls through mud under barb wire for fun and I bet she'll answer questions about that, too.2021-06-1112 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEp 55 | Sparking Joy with a PP Cleanout‘Sparking joy’ became a nationwide sensation after clutter consultant Marie Kondo’s show Tidying Up landed on Netflix in 2019. Her de-cluttering KonMari method is based on the idea that you should throw away anything that doesn’t bring you joy —and this method isn’t just effective for de-cluttering your home, but your private practice workflow as well!Are there aspects of your private practice that don’t bring you joy? Do they leave you feeling overwhelmed or burnt out? Are they taking up space that could create room for exciting new opportunit...2021-05-2525 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEp 54 | Supporting self care and boundaries in your practiceLife is stressful enough. As you may know, life as a business owner is even more stressful.While many people think of self-care as spa days or long yoga classes, effective self-care doesn’t have to take up an entire afternoon or cost you any money. There are many small things that you can fit into your schedule each day to maintain a healthy balance and keep you calm and centered.This episode is all about reducing (and preventing) stress through easy-to-implement self-care hacks. We share our top ti...2021-05-1126 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEp 52 | Organizing your home office“Organized” can mean a range of things. You could have everything in your office down to your pens organized by type, color, and function. You could have a perfectly organized filing system and a chaotic decorating scheme. Or you could have a gorgeously minimalist office aesthetic… and messy desk drawers. What’s important is that the systems and setups you put in place work for you. When organizing your office, you should have one major goal in mind: making it easier for you to do your very best work in that space...2021-04-1321 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEp 50 | Budgeting & TaxesWhile there are always parts of running a business that some people will love more than others, most people can agree on one thing: tax season is a pain.But it doesn’t need to be. There are things that you can do to make tax season run much more smoothly for your practice.From setting up systems and accounts to choosing your business structure, to dealing with financial complexity, this episode is a primer for getting your practice through tax time with fewer headaches. “How c...2021-03-1627 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEp 48 | Hiring an Administrative AssistantIt takes a village to run a thriving practice and hiring an administrative assistant is a crucial step toward building the business of your dreams.Hiring a great admin pays off financially but also emotionally, as you’re able to focus on the tasks within your skillset. This helps you feel less drained and more fulfilled and allows you to provide better care to your clients.Leah has worked with admins for nearly seven years, and they have handled all aspects of her business apart from the clinical wo...2021-02-0923 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahBonus Rebroadcast | Launching Your Lactation BusinessIn this rebroadcast of our first episode of Lactation Business Coaching, hosts Annie Frisbie IBCLC and Leah Jolly IBCLC talk about the unique challenges of starting a business as a private practice lactation consultant. They go into how hard it is to charge money for something you’d do for free and how to make peace with the inevitable expenses involved in starting a business. Leah and Annie know how much you want to be both compassionate and financially viable because they face this tension in their own private pra...2021-01-2636 min
ABC Music TalkCurrent Affairs: Role Of Brands In 2020 - Rebecca JollyBrands and music have enjoyed a healthy relationship for many years, so much so, that for many musicians it is a key part of their revenue. I talk with Rebecca Jolly about what that relationship looks like in 2020 during the pandemic.Follow: @alexbranson (Twitter & Instagram) / facebo ok.com/abcmusictalk Music Branding: https://www.audioassassinsblog.com & Listen: https://levelmusic.lnk. to/egyT6i Video: https://youtu.be/qMaL1re90cE Recorded at https://thehalley.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-12-2359 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEp 45 | Setting Business GoalsMost of us in private practice set out with the goal to help parents and babies breastfeed. All of a sudden, we find we have a private practice business in our hands. And just like those bundles of joy in the arms of the parents with which we work radiate endless potential, our business pulses with a similar potential for growth and a life of its own. Goals begin to ruminate and make their voices known. Which goal to grow? Which to hold on to until another date? This can be especially difficult when...2020-12-0828 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEp 41 | Combining Virtual Visits + In-Person CareFew of us could have foreseen how the landscape of our practices would change so abruptly last spring. Many of us found ourselves scrambling to develop new protocols and explore the nuances of telehealth while also managing massive changes in our personal lives. It's been more than half a year, and we thought it was time for us to sit and reflect with all of you about how we can combine virtual tools with the tried and true in-person visits most of us love. We'll dig into time management, pricing, usage of each type...2020-10-1322 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEP 37 | Prenatal VisitsToday's episode of Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah is called "Prenatal Visits". Annie and Leah dive into what prenatal visits mean to them and if either of them offers it as a service. Leah shares her motivation tip for us today around not feeling the pressure and guilt of offering every service under the sun as lactation consultants. They talk about how offering prenatal classes in your community could be a great way to market your business and develop rapport with clients before the baby even arrives. We learn s...2020-06-1622 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahUsing Podcasts to Tell Your Story with Rob Scheerbarth from Podcast Rocket [BONUS: ASK THE EXPERT]In this bonus episode of Ask the Expert, Annie & Leah interview Rob Scheerbarth of Podcast Rocket about his journey of starting a podcast agency with his wife, and how they help brands share their stories and expand their marketing efforts to a world where your ideal clients are already listening. Rob Scheerbarth is the Creative Director at Podcast Rocket, the podcasting agency he started with his wife. He’s always loved telling stories and that’s why he originally got involved with video games, because the idea of being able to tel...2020-06-1220 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahCaring for Yourself While Pivoting Your Business with Brandie Mitchell, RN [BONUS: ASK THE EXPERT]You started out with one business model, but for one reason or another, you’ve had to make a shift. Maybe you’re adding a new service, or maybe you’re pivoting in an entirely different direction. Either way, transition is a challenge, and you need to make sure you’re giving yourself extra love to get it all done.In this bonus episode of Ask the Expert, Leah interviews Brandie Mitchell, RN about her experience of pursuing a career and field she never thought she would see herself in - nurse co...2020-05-2224 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEP35 | 10 Tips for Virtual VisitsToday's episode of Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah is called "10 Tips for Virtual Visits.” From prepping yourself to get into the right headspace to setting up your space and having the right tools ready to tech tips and best practices, Annie and Leah have ideas for every aspect of your consult workflow to best maximize every second for the benefit of the family on the other end.“You know, where you're adapting to a new situation, they're really hampered right now because of the conditions and maybe even what they...2020-05-1928 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEP34 | Why We're Falling in Love With Virtual VisitsToday's episode of Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah is called "Why We’re Falling in Love with Virtual Visits." They talk about some ideas for moving forward with your private practice, continuing to help families, even if you're doing something you've never done before if this is your first time doing virtual visits.Annie and Leah also talk about how these virtual visits don’t have to be the reaction to what’s going on and something we're forced into doing. We can take this opportunity to start to seek o...2020-05-0530 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahTaking In Person Services Virtual with Amber McCue [BONUS: ASK THE EXPERT]We're stepping outside the lactation world to talk with Amber McCue, owner of Three Boudoir, an in-person photography business that recently went virtual.Amber is the founder of Amber McCue.com where she consults with small business owners on their growth. She is also the co-founder of threeboudoir.com and thevirtualphotoshoot.com. Amber has a talent for overcoming obstacles and helping others do the same.We talked with Amber about her thought process in creating and marketing these new offers and got insights that we could easily translate...2020-04-2925 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahUsing your website to reach your ideal client [REBROADCAST]We feel like we're updating our websites every other day as we add new services in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since so many of you may be doing the same, we thought we'd rebroadcast our episode all about website creation.As a private practice IBCLC your website is usually the first contact your prospective clients will have with you and your business. Making your website easy to navigate and quickly get the necessary information is essential for a new and tired parent. In this episode, Leah and Annie share...2020-04-2139 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahEP33 | Policies and Procedures for Lactation Private PracticeToday's episode of Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah is called "Policies and Procedures for Lactation Private Practice". They talk about its importance, from training new hires to ensuring your own well-being to render the best service possible.Annie and Leah also talk about the most efficient tools they use to share procedures and organize: Loom videos and Annie's Workbook. If you are feeling stress or anxiety about your private practice, this might be the best time to review which of your policies actually work for you."...2020-03-2025 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah32 | Working with Referral SourcesToday's episode of Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah is called "Working with Referral Sources." Having referrals works both ways: it is a priority to service your clients when you are not available and it is also important to cultivate a relationship with others to become a trusted referral for their own business.Annie and Leah share their own personal strategies to gain referral sources, as well as help colleagues to position themselves to become the go-to referral of their area. They also discuss the ethics of a...2020-03-1024 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah31 | Lactation in the Office: Pros and ConsThis episode of Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah is called "Is an Office Right for Your Lactation Practice?" There are several options to move into an office setting as an IBCLC, from setting up in a physician's office to sharing an office space to building your own home office.Of course, there are pros and cons to each office setting. It would be wise to evaluate on a quarterly basis to see which option is best for you or if an office setting is even the best...2020-02-1822 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah30 | Why IBCLCs Need TherapyToday's episode of Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah is called "Why IBCLCs Need Therapy." There are so many layers of challenges, from staying ahead at the clinical level to compassion fatigue to conflict with third parties, that self-care has become a primary concern.The good news is that there are many healthy coping mechanisms and strategies, such as leaning on a trusted support team to seeking therapy from mental health professionals. Getting the help we need improves our stress levels and, by default, makes us more effective in providing...2020-02-0425 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah29 | How Not to Panic When You Make a MistakeIn this episode of Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah talk about all those moments when things do not go as planned and how to work around them. From minor issues like calling a baby by the wrong name to more major problems like wrecking your scale during a consult, Annie and Leah share some real life disasters that they had to deal with and, by the end of it, the solutions they came up with right at that moment. They also explore an...2020-01-2135 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah28 | Life Hacks for #IBCLCLIFEToday's episode of Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah is all about life hacks. For IBCLC's, being able to do things faster and with less stress translates to a better job done.As an IBCLC, there are several key aspects where life hacks shine—from taking care of your body to managing your business logistics to nurturing your emotional and spiritual needs, there are ways to get around the overwhelm and make sure you tick off everything from that list."What's the next right move that I...2020-01-0741 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah27 | Finding Confidence, Not Putting Classes to Sleep, and Tech Challenges - Listener QuestionsToday's episode of Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah features three interesting and practical questions that were asked by the podcast's listeners.From actionable tips to becoming an IBLC, to learning your audience for the best teaching strategies, to fixing processes when switching to a new EHR, this episode is dedicated to improving your experience as a current and future IBCLC."I am telling you, it is so hard to move from one (EHR) that you're already using to another one. That can be for many different...2019-12-2440 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah24 | Creating Safe Spaces for You and Your Clients During Lactation Home VisitsWhen a family reaches out to you for a home visit to help them with breastfeeding/chestfeeding or other lactation-related concerns, it’s natural to want to take some precautions to protect your own safety in an unfamiliar situation with someone you’ve never met before. Our clients also need to feel safe with us because if they don’t trust us, we can’t help them. You are coming to them at a raw and vulnerable time and you want to come across as someone who is understanding and accepting of them w...2019-11-1248 min
Rebecca Sounds ReveilleRebecca Sounds Reveille with Carey JollyThis episode ignites the smiles guest, Carey Jolly, who has 69.6K followers watching her TikTok videos. She brings joy in all her videos that emit her inner light, which in turn has been helping many people smile inside and laugh out loud! Carey is a Christian Mother, has been a Daycare Provider for 13 years, working in a Veterinary Clinic for 16 years, and is currently the Treasurer of the Township she lives in. Her personal passion is doing things with her family, camping, kayaking, and riding a lawnmower. The show illuminates the effects of her videos as it relates to depression...2019-10-0200 min
Rebecca Sounds ReveilleRebecca Sounds Reveille with Carey JollyThis episode ignites the smiles guest, Carey Jolly, who has 69.6K followers watching her TikTok videos. She brings joy in all her videos that emit her inner light, which in turn has been helping many people smile inside and laugh out loud! Carey is a Christian Mother, has been a Daycare Provider for 13 years, working in a Veterinary Clinic for 16 years, and is currently the Treasurer of the Township she lives in. Her personal passion is doing things with her family, camping, kayaking, and riding a lawnmower. The show illuminates the effects of her videos as it relates to...2019-09-2939 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah19 | Even Lactation Consultants Need a VacationLactation consultants are especially prone to burnout because our work is so intense. It can be hard to disconnect from your clients and from your business, but it’s essential to recognize the importance of taking regular breaks. In this episode of the Lactation Business Coaching Podcast, Leah and Annie offer practical steps to take when you’re prepping for your vacation.“Burnout affects the families that we’re caring for.” In this episode, we will cover:Burnout is real. It’s just not physically...2019-07-1629 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah18 | 3 Ways to Collaborate with other IBCLCsWhether you’re in solo private practice or feeling ready to expand into a group practice, making local connections with other IBCLCs and lactation helpers is good for you and good for the families you serve.Why go it alone when community and collaboration can strengthen your skills and combat compassion fatigue? In this episode of the Lactation Business Coaching podcast, Annie & Leah share three ways you can grow your local connections and create more opportunities for all of you. From informal to formal, there’s something in here...2019-07-0228 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah17 | Home Consult Bags, Office Visit Efficiency, and Feeling like a Know-Nothing Newbie: Listener Questions!Annie and Leah have more listener questions in this episode of the Lactation Business Coaching podcast. From what’s in their home consult bags to running an office visit when you don’t have all the time in the world, they’ll share what works and what doesn’t in their own private practices. And if you’re a new IBCLC wondering if you’re ready to launch your practice, they’ve got some special words just for you.“You can’t do this on your own, you need other people a...2019-06-1834 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah16 | Coffee, Social Media, Working with Referrals, and Handling Payments: Listener Questions!Do you bring your coffee inside? What do you do when someone tags you on social media? What happens when the doctor disagrees with you? And finally—when is the best moment in the visit to take payment? Annie and Leah respond to some truly great listener questions about things that only lactation consultants will relate to.“We don't diagnose, we say what we see and explain what we're seeing.” In this episode, we will cover:How not to be a jerk: Learn from Ann...2019-06-0441 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah15 | Care Plans Can Be the Heart and Soul of Your Lactation Private PracticeWhen you leave a lactation consult, you have no idea what will happen next, because it’s entirely up to that individual family. But by providing your clients with a clear, detailed, and rich care plan, you can guide them towards meeting their infant feeding goals, whatever those may be. A good lactation care plan increases client self-efficacy and improves health outcomes for parents and babies, and learning how to maximize this powerful tool is critical to the success of your private practice.From choosing your resources to the most effective de...2019-05-2143 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah14 | Financial Real Talk: When You’re An IBCLC And Business OwnerAnnie and Leah got into this business because they love caring for breastfeeding mothers and their babies. That skill doesn’t always coincide with business and financial savvy. If you can relate, they’ve got you covered.In this episode, they share their advice, tips, and experiences for creating a successful business and staying on top of your finances. From business expenses to taxes, Annie and Leah are diving in deep for this Financial Real Talk.“You CAN grow a sustainable business with sustainable income” In this...2019-05-0746 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah13 | What Do You Wish You Knew When You First Started Out?Are you new to the independent IBCLC practice? This episode is for you!Being an entrepreneur is tough work and it takes a brave soul. Go you for venturing out there! But how do you get things moving forward as a new business?We’re here to share what we wish we’d known when we started in order to help you along in your own journey. We’re touching on three main areas that we feel are essential to building and growing your business.“I would...2019-04-2337 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah12 | What Actually Happens During a Home Visit with a Lactation Consultant?Leah and Annie take you through their individual routines for home visits. Home visits are personal and relational and it’s important to create a safe and comfortable environment for your clients. If you’ve ever wondered how another lactation consultant runs a home visit, this is your chance to be a fly on the wall.“Home visits have my heart” In this episode, we will cover:The difference between Home Visits vs Office VisitsAn Insider’s Look at Home Visits in NYC - Annie take...2019-04-0951 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah11 | Imposter Syndrome: When You Think You’re a Terrible IBCLCHave you ever wondered when everyone around you is going to realize that you’re the worst lactation consultant on the planet? Well, we have! It’s called imposter syndrome, and we’re pretty sure this is going to be a terrible episode on the topic where you figure out we have no idea what we’re talking about.“Reflecting on our wins in the past is way more helpful than trying to push yourself into an unknown future” In this episode, we will cover:What...2019-03-2634 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah10 | The Delicate Balance: Personal and Professional TimeWhen you have a private practice, it’s so easy for your work life to bleed into your home life. Finding a rhythm for your days can help prevent you from working all the time. In today’s episode, Annie & Leah share their own schedules and give ideas for finding the right time for all the personal and professional things you need to do.“Don’t forget about the power of a little bit of white space”In this episode, we will cover:A Day in the...2019-03-1253 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah8 | Compassion fatigue and the IBCLCOverwork, compassion fatigue, burnout. It’s a common cycle for anyone in a helping profession, and it feels especially intense for lactation consultants because the stakes are so high—I mean, we’re working with babies who can’t eat! Compassion fatigue is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to be the end of you."If you don’t take care of yourself there won’t be anyone to take care of the families that need you" In this episode, we will cover:What to do when...2019-02-1242 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah7 | Setting your fees: Charge what you’re worth, and make yourself worth itIn this episode, Annie and Leah talk about the tough topic of setting your fees for your private lactation practice.It’s so important to know your worth as a business owner and to represent that fairly within your specific market. Once you’ve set your rate, you can begin working towards long-term goals for your business as a whole."You are literally changing the world! If you can’t own your worth, no one will" In this episode, we will cover:How do you...2019-01-2943 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and LeahUsing your website to reach your ideal clientAs a private practice IBCLC your website is usually the first contact your prospective clients will have with you and your business. Making your website easy to navigate and quickly get the necessary information is essential for a new and tired parent. In this episode, Leah and Annie share their resources for online scheduling, HIPAA compliance, website design, and more.“You never want people leaving your website while they’re still deciding if they want to work with you” In this episode, we will cover:How to make...2019-01-1539 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah5 | Pediatrician reports—why bother?It's so important for IBCLCs to be seen as part of the care team for the breastfeeding families we serve. One way we can impact our presence in the care team is to communicate with the other providers working with the breastfeeding family. Today we will discuss what we need to send to the other providers on the care team as well as strategies to make this process effective and efficient. So if you struggle with motivating yourself to write and send pediatrician reports, or if you’re wondering if anyone eve...2019-01-0241 min
Lactation Business Coaching with Annie and Leah4 | How to boost your skills as a solo private practice lactation consultantThe world of lactation is constantly changing and evolving which means it’s critical to be up to date on current practices as well as always working to hone and improve your skills. Continuing education is critical not just for improving your clinical skills, but for the networking opportunities gained from connecting with other lactation consultants. In this episode, Annie and Leah share strategies for reaching out, getting support, and finding community.“You’re never too far in your career that you can’t learn from someone else” 2018-12-1842 min
The Healthy GutChristmas Specials'Tis the season to be jolly and Rebecca is thrilled to tell you about her 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways competition. Each day, she is offering one lucky winner a special SIBO Christmas prize. It's completely free to enter and you have 12 chances to win a prize. Learn more or enter here.If you need help with your Christmas recipes, why not join Rebecca for her live online SIBO Christmas Cooking Class. Rebecca will share her favourite 8 Christmas recipes with you and show you how to cook them. All participants get the exclusive recipes (they're not available anywhere...2018-12-1210 min