Episode 111 From Formula Feeding to Breastfeeding: Lindsay Valenty's Journey

05/22/23 • 45 min

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Were you in a different headspace for one baby than you were for another? Were you able to breastfeed one baby and not another? This week’s guest, Lindsay Valenty discusses her decision to formula feed her first child in order to fully focus on becoming a mom without adding more stress to her life, and then making a decision to breastfeed with her second. She also shares what pumping was like in a strange work environment.
On this episode you will hear:

Choosing to formula feed from the beginning
The physiology of milk supply without breastfeeding
The impacts of anxiety on the baby feeding decision
Breastfeeding a second child
Pumping at work when it isn’t a welcoming environment

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Make your voice heard on The Milk Making Community Group on Facebook!
Head to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for more Milk Making Minutes episodes!Listen to Episodes of The Milk Making Minutes on Amazon Music too!
To book a lactation consultation with me, visit my website: www.quabbinbirthservices.com. In many cases I can bill your insurance, or create a superbill for you to submit for reimbursement. I offer virtual consults for clients outside of my service area!
Follow me on IG @lonigrosh to laugh about baby feeding (so you don’t cry) and to see photos of guests. Follow me on TikTok to answer questions of the day and ponder systemic inequities together: @lonigroshibclc
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Choosing to formula feed from the beginning
The physiology of milk supply without breastfeeding
The impacts of anxiety on the baby feeding decision
Breastfeeding a second child
Pumping at work when it isn’t a welcoming environment

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Episode 110 Are Pacifiers Bad for the Breastfed Baby?

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Do you wonder about how pacifier use impacts breastfeeding or chestfeeding? Have you heard conflicting advice about pacifier use as it relates to bodyfeeding? Today, The Milk Making Minutes host IBCLC Lo Nigrosh discusses the nuances of pacifier use so that you can feel confident about making the decision that is right for your family.
On this episode you will hear:

Why pacifiers are controversial
Why babies need to suck constantly
When pacifiers are useful
When to suspend pacifier use
When pacifier use might be harming milk supply

You can hear The Milk Making Minutes Episode 30 What to Do About Thrush on any podcasting app. You can find the Milkology Blog about Pacifiers here.
To purchase books about breastfeeding, birth, or parenting that I love and help support the show, go here.
Make your voice heard on The Milk Making Community Group on Facebook!
Head to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for more Milk Making Minutes episodes!Listen to Episodes of The Milk Making Minutes on Amazon Music too!
To book a lactation consultation with me, visit my website: www.quabbinbirthservices.com. In many cases I can bill your insurance, or create a superbill for you to submit for reimbursement. I offer virtual consults for clients outside of my service area!
Follow me on IG @lonigrosh to laugh about baby feeding (so you don’t cry) and to see photos of guests. Follow me on TikTok to answer questions of the day and ponder systemic inequities together: @lonigroshibclc
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lo-s-lactation-lab--5834691/support.

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Episode 112 Childbirth Education With Breastfeeding In Mind

In this episode, host Lo Nigrosh, an internationally board-certified lactation consultant, childbirth educator, and doula, shares valuable insights to support successful breastfeeding by taking proactive steps during pregnancy and childbirth.In this episode you will hear:

Plan for Success: Develop a baby feeding preference list and discuss it with your partner and healthcare providers before childbirth to make informed decisions during the postpartum period.
Seek Supportive Care Providers: Find healthcare professionals who prioritize and support your breastfeeding goals, and consider joining lactation support groups or consulting with lactation consultants for assistance.
Understand the Impact of Birth Interventions: Be aware of how birth interventions, such as epidurals, can affect breastfeeding, and approach breastfeeding with realistic expectations.
Attend Childbirth Education Classes: Enroll in childbirth education classes that cover postpartum care, baby feeding, and the influence of different birth scenarios on breastfeeding.

To hear Lo’s own breastfeeding stories, listen to Episode 100!
To purchase books about breastfeeding, birth, or parenting that I love and help support the show, go here.
Make your voice heard on The Milk Making Community Group on Facebook!
Head to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for more Milk Making Minutes episodes!Listen to Episodes of The Milk Making Minutes on Amazon Music too!
To book a lactation consultation with me, visit my website: www.quabbinbirthservices.com. In many cases I can bill your insurance, or create a superbill for you to submit for reimbursement. I offer virtual consults for clients outside of my service area!
Follow me on IG @lonigrosh to laugh about baby feeding (so you don’t cry) and to see photos of guests. Follow me on TikTok to answer questions of the day and ponder systemic inequities together: @lonigroshibclc
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lo-s-lactation-lab--5834691/support.