Demystifying Breastmilk

06/25/24 • 30 min

Happy 50 episodes! Today we are going to be taking you through the basics of breastmilk composition, the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby, and some fun facts about breastmilk. With all of the misinformation on this topic out there in the world we felt like it was time to set the record straight and expand into the world of new parents and breastfeeding. We have more episodes to come on this topic but please be sure to message us with any suggestions or questions for future episode!

Additional Resources:

Breastfeeding Benefits CDC:

https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/features/breastfeeding-benefits/index.html#:~:text=Breastfed%20babies%20have%20a%20lower,the%20mother%20with%20her%20baby.

Nutrition Through the Lifecycle by Judith E Brown

Lactoferrrin:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6165050/

AAP recommendations for Breastfeeding:

https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/newborn-and-infant-nutrition/newborn-and-infant-breastfeeding/#:~:text=For%20the%20best%20health%20outcomes,and%20beyond%20as%20mutually%20desired.

Additional Compisition information:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9110848/

Maternal Diet and Breastfeeding by the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/diet-micronutrients/maternal-diet.html#:~:text=A%20low%20to%20moderate%20amount,coffee%20or%20more%20per%20day.

Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?

Additional Resources:

Breastfeeding Benefits CDC:

https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/features/breastfeeding-benefits/index.html#:~:text=Breastfed%20babies%20have%20a%20lower,the%20mother%20with%20her%20baby.

Nutrition Through the Lifecycle by Judith E Brown

Lactoferrrin:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6165050/

AAP recommendations for Breastfeeding:

https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/newborn-and-infant-nutrition/newborn-and-infant-breastfeeding/#:~:text=For%20the%20best%20health%20outcomes,and%20beyond%20as%20mutually%20desired.

Additional Compisition information:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9110848/

Previous Episode

Applying the Mediterranean Diet to Your Family (Even Picky Kids!)

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This week we are continuing our discussion about the Mediterranean diet with some practical applications of the diet. We are going to be talking about some easy swaps you can make for your family today. Then we look at a dietary recall from one of Jen’s picky eating clients and talk about how we would make changes to incorporate more Mediterranean aspects that would work for a picky eater. Lastly, we give lots of Mediterranean diet inspired recipe ideas to get your started on your Med diet journey.

Additional Links:

Mediterranean Diet for Beginners:

https://www.eatingwell.com/article/291120/mediterranean-diet-for-beginners-everything-you-need-to-get-started/

Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Find Jen’s A Month of Meals here:

https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/4-week-meal-plan-bundle/

Listen to our “Food Chaining” episode here:

https://momwhatsfordinner.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14660563

Next Episode

High Cholesterol in Kids

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High cholesterol in children is something Jen is seeing more and more in her practice so it's time for some education on cholesterol, how it affects our bodies, and some of the best ways to keep our cholesterol levels low. Plus, we provide some education on different types of fats including saturated fat, trans fats, and unsaturated fats, and how the consumption of these different fats affects our cholesterol levels.Additional Links:

Cholesterol: https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/fats-and-cholesterol/cholesterol/

High cholesterol in children: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12113-high-cholesterol-in-children

How to reduce fat and Cholestrol: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/nutrition/Pages/How-to-Reduce-Fat-and-Cholesterol-in-Your-Childs-Diet.aspx#:~:text=Rely%20on%20low%2Dfat%20milk,%2C%20sour%20cream%2C%20and%20gravy.

Different Types of Fats: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol/prevention-and-treatment-of-high-cholesterol-hyperlipidemia/the-skinny-on-fats

Cholesterol Basics:

https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol/about-cholesterol

High Blood Triglycerides:

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/high-blood-triglycerides#:~:text=Triglycerides%20are%20a%20type%20of,does%20not%20need%20right%20away.