The First 365: What does a lactation consultant want all new parents to know? - with Clare from the Womb Rooms, IBCLC
About this episode
In this episode, Clare, an IBCLC, shares essential insights for new parents about breastfeeding and lactation.
Welcome to The First 365, a Newborn Mini Series brought to you by Beyond the Bump in partnership with Bonds. We are kicking it off by speaking with Clare, an IBCLC, endorsed midwife, mum of three and the face behind The Womb Rooms. We ask Clare what are the top five things we should all know about breastfeeding, lactation and feeding your baby. We discuss… The basic physiology behind breastfeeding Supply and demand (and how that can look) How frequently should we remove milk from the breast? Does breast or nipple size impact feeding? Antenatal expressing Should breastfeeding ever be painful? Afterbirth pain and breastfeeding Babies don’t just feed because they are hungry… and that is normal Why feeding schedules don’t cater to every baby It doesn’t matter how you feed them, it is how you respond to them Soft breasts doesn’t mean no milk Engorgement and supply regulation Breastfeeding support in the first 6 months Tips for a good latch The importance of postpartum support to safekeep breastfeeding Guilt around feeding our babies Breastfeeding should never come at the expense of your mental health Links mentioned: Head to The Womb Rooms website This episode and The First 365…
People in this episode
Hosts: Sophie Pearce, Jayde Couldwell
Guest: Clare
Topics covered
- breastfeeding
- lactation
- newborn care
- parenting tips
- postpartum support
Keywords
- breastfeeding
- lactation consultant
- new parents
- feeding schedules
- postpartum support
- baby feeding
- breastfeeding pain
- milk supply
Sponsors
Bonds
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: The Womb Rooms
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