Start to Stop Toddler Breastfeeding

The shirt-pulling, screaming, and demands to breastfeed have gotten to the point that you find yourself dreading them before your toddler has even thought about breastfeeding again.
When they do, inevitably "ask" to breastfeed, the fear of reinforcing all of their bad behaviors reverberates through your body as you quickly try to decide if you will hold the boundary; or give in to their demands this time.
...and the guilt that comes from the fact that they "act" so poorly can be crushing. Did you cause this behavior with your bad parenting? Will they end up as disrespectful teenagers? Will the choices you make today define their character as adults?
Man - the pressure that mounts in those moments is crushing!
But what if there is another way?
In this final podcast episode of season 1 of Start to Stop Toddler Breastfeeding I break down:

• What respectful behaviour is and isn't
• The truth about the magic words: "Please" & "Thank You"
• Rewards, punishments & reinforcing behaviours
• How to support your child in the moment
• How to raise an empathetic, respectful human who has integrity
• How to support YOURSELF in the moment

Looking for the episodes I mentioned at the beginning to re-listen to during the holidays?

1. Episode 25: 5 Ways to Navigate Judgment & Social Pressure While Extended Breastfeeding
2. Episode 23: Cavities, Teething & Toddler Biting While Nursing
3. Episode 20: Breastfeeding A Sick Toddler: (Why, How & What to do when they are well again)
4. Episode 13: Milk Supply - maintaining, upping & drying up after the first year
5. Picky Eating & Breastfeeding with Krystyn Parks

References:
Harvard Making Caring Common Project

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Engorgement, clogged ducts & mastitis are words all breastfeeding moms are familiar with.
They can be scary & overwhelming, particularly at the beginning of your breastfeeding journey, but can pop up throughout the duration of time that you are breastfeeding - mainly when significant changes are happening in your life, including night weaning & complete weaning.
To further complicate things, there has been a fundamental shift in the way that science and leading lactation organizations and experts understand these conditions - this has resulted in the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine completely overhauling their Mastitis Proctol. This means that the approach both lactating people & those who support them take when addressing engorgement, clogged ducts & mastitis has changed, or needs to change.
This is relevant to those who are early in their breastfeeding experience, of course, but it’s ALSO relevant to those who have been breastfeeding for a year or more. You are more likely to be supporting friends & family members when they are encountering these things, and you are more likely to be using methods you were told to use when you face them yourself - but those methods are likely based on an outdated understanding of what engorgement, clogged ducts & mastitis are and could be creating MORE issues than they are solving.
In this episode I break down:
-> The big change
-> Each condition in the Mastitis Spectrum of Conditions
-> Support for general treatment & prevention
-> The role stress plays (and what to do about it)
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice.
Resources & Citations:
Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Mastitis Protocol.
Quoted study:
Segerstrom, S. C., & Miller, G. E. (2006, July). Psychological stress and the human immune system: A meta-analytic study of 30 years of inquiry. Psychological bulletin.
Study on EFT Tapping efficacy
"Burn Out" Book by Emily & Amelia Nagoski
Strains to look for in a probitic: Lactobacillus fermentum and
Ligilactobacillus salivarius

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What happens when we start taking care of our bodies and minds during pregnancy and after childbirth? Kath Baquie, a women's physiotherapist and the founder of FitNest Mama, joins us to share her unique insights.
In this enlightening conversation, we discuss the real post-birth challenges and how they can affect your breastfeeding journey. Kath also shares some practical strategies for breastfeeding moms, including the art of lying down to breastfeed—a real game-changer for many mothers.
As Kath passionately tells us, investing in pelvic health and making adjustments to our exercise routine after childbirth can have long-term positive impacts. We also explore easy exercises for moms because even small movements can help us feel better. So, join us for this heartfelt discussion and learn why taking time for ourselves as new mothers is not just important, it's essential.
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Kath Baquie is an Australian mum of 3 young girls, a physiotherapist for women, and owner of FitNest Mama, an online community which provides new and expecting mothers with the exercises, support & resources they need to move from the physical aches & pains of pregnancy, the weakness felt after birth, to strong bodies and minds so that they can get back to doing what they love with a bubba by their side (whether or not that’s running around with the kids at the park, or running the next marathon).

Kath also has a podcast, the FitNest Mama Podcast, where each week she dives into all things pregnancy care, childbirth, and postnatal recovery.

Kath was so generous and is offering listeners of this podcast 7 free days in her Fitnest community - click here to take advantage of this opportunity.

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Are you nervous about your next holiday get-together, worrying about unsolicited comments about your breastfeeding toddler?
Myths and misconceptions abound when it comes to breastfeeding - and for some reason, there are people who feel they have a right to comment on your parenting.
But have no fear! I've got you.

In this episode, we’re busting common myths about breastfeeding beyond the first year, using research-backed information to help you feel confident and supported in your choices. We’ll cover:

• Why breastfeeding into toddlerhood is biologically normal and globally common.
• The nutritional powerhouse of breast milk after the first year.
• Tandem feeding and breastfeeding during pregnancy: myths vs. reality.
• The truth about breast milk, cavities, and oral health.
• Benefits for both you and your child—beyond the emotional connection.

Grab your free Myth-Busting Toddler breastfeeding Fact Sheet at ownyourparentingstory.com/myths and have the facts at your fingertips for tough conversations with family, friends, or healthcare providers.

Podcast episodes mentioned:

• Navigating Judgment Podcast Episode
• Tandem Feeding Podcast Series
• Toddler Teeth Podcast Episode
• Milk Supply Podcast Episode
• Picky Eating & Breastfeeding Podcast Episode

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Your tongue posture (or your child's!) could be sabotaging all of your attempts at making breastfeeding & weaning an enjoyable experience.
Continuing last week's interview - Jenna and Jenny discuss the importance of orofacial myofunctional therapy for children and adults.
In this partition of the interview, we go over various symptoms that may indicate the need for "tongue physiotherapy" (Aka - Myofunctional therapy!) such as sleep issues, mouth breathing, clenching and grinding, (in adults) and messy eating, picky eating and frequent night waking in kids.
We talk about how your child's quick "clip" of a tongue tie as a newborn might need revisiting and covers the benefits of bodywork and massages to release tension in the facial muscles.

Show Notes:

• Symptoms that may indicate the need for orofacial myofunctional therapy: sleep issues, mouth breathing, clenching and grinding, messy eating, sleep disturbances.
• The role of tongue ties and the importance of proper stretching and care after a release.
• The benefits of bodywork and massages in releasing tension in the facial muscles.
• How tongue function affects overall health, facial changes, pain relief, and improved jaw function.
• Compensatory muscle movements and their impact on facial pain and TMJ issues.
• Goals of therapy: helping children sleep better and adults alleviate pain.
• The transformative impact of simple exercises on quality of life.

Schedule an initial virtual (or in person) consult with Jenny at www.myobalanceomt.com and keep the conversation going on Instagram @myobalanceomt

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