The Boob Group: Judgment-Free Breastf...
We support parents who are passionate about providing breast milk to their babies. Each week, a group of experienced moms openly discuss their success, their struggles and society’s impact on how they feed their babies. The show helps guide listeners by providing an honest, natural and judgment-free approach to breastfeeding, pumping, milk sharing and more.
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Top Questions Moms Ask Lactation Consultants
What are some of the most common questions we ask these professionals? And what are the answers to those questions?
39 min
2
Breastfeeding Nurse-Ins: Helpful or Harmful?
So, what exactly happens during a nurse-in? How are they organized? And do they really make a difference?
35 min
3
New Mom Breastfeeding Manual: Weeks 3-6
What are a baby's typical sleep patterns during this time? How much weight should they be gaining?
38 min
4
Healing with Breast Milk: The Topical Benefits
Today we're learning about the properties of our breast milk that make it so unique, as well as the many ways you can use it!
30 min
5
Giving Your Baby Breast Milk at Daycare
How much breast milk should you send? And what happens if your baby doesn't use all of that milk? Should you talk to your daycare about handling breast milk?
24 min
6
Acupuncture and Chiropractic: Holistic Remedies...
What's involved in each of these procedures? How quickly can it impact the milk supply? And how can treatment improve other postpartum symptoms?
29 min
7
New Mom Breastfeeding Manual: The First Week
How often should your baby be eating and how much? When does colostrum typically evolve into mature milk? And how much weight loss is normal for your baby?
40 min
8
Popular Galactagogues to Boost Milk Supply
So, how exactly does it work? What are some of the most popular supplements and which ones should you avoid?
37 min
9
Breast Milk and Your Baby's Immune System
What immune disorders are specifically impacted by our infant's nutrition? And what makes breast milk so powerful that some cultures consider it "white blood"?
37 min
10
Breastfeeding After Previous Low Milk Supply
What are some possible causes of low milk supply? What are some recommended ways to increase supply?
36 min
11
New Mom Breastfeeding Manual: Second Week
How often should your baby feed? Plus, what to do during those crazy growth spurts! Today, we're continuing our series focused on brand new moms as they begin their breastfeeding journeys.
36 min
12
How Dads Can Bond with a Breastfed Baby
What can they do to help bond with their babies in their own ways? And how does that initial bond strengthen over time?
33 min
13
Using Craniosacral Therapy to Improve Breastfee...
How does it work and how can it help improve breastfeeding and other challenges new parents face?
26 min
14
Vitamin Supplements for the Breastfed Baby
Sometimes pediatricians will recommend additional Vitamin D and iron. Why are these vitamins being recommended and what kind of effect does it have on mother and baby?
28 min
15
Back to Work: Pumping Strategies
How much milk will you need to pump while you are away from your baby? How do you calculate how often you should pump at work?
40 min
16
Partner Support with Project: Breastfeeding
What can partners do prenatally and postpartum to increase the odds of meeting their breastfeeding goals?
44 min
17
Do I Really Have Low Milk Supply?
How do you know if your baby isn't getting enough? Should you be concerned if your breasts don't feel as full as they used to?
38 min
18
GERD, Reflux and the Breastfed Baby
What does typical gas and fussiness look like in a newborn baby? How are GERD and reflux diagnosed and how are these issues resolved?
34 min
19
Supporting Breastfeeding and Pumping Employees
How can employers help ease this process for mothers returning from maternity leave? What are some of the challenges businesses face?
27 min
20
Breastfeeding Criticism: When It's None of Thei...
Breastfeeding criticism can be tough to endure. Why do they think it's ok to voice their opinion? How do you handle a potentially awkward situation? And can you prevent that situation from happening in the first place?
35 min
21
Back to Work: Reverse Cycling
What do you do when your child isn't really interested in feeding during the day but wants to breastfeed all night long? When does it typically happen and how long will it last?
22 min
22
Breastfeeding Twins: 6-12 Months
How is breastfeeding older twins different than breastfeeding newborns? What are some practical positions for this age range?
28 min
23
Partial Breastfeeding: When Supplements are Needed
Breastfeeding moms may feel additional stress and responsibility as the pain provider of nutrition for their babies. How can partners help relieve some of the burden and bond with their babies at the same time?
34 min
24
Coping with Cluster Feedings
Why do babies cluster feed? Could it be a sign of a growth spurt? What should you do if your baby is nursing non-stop? And how can cluster feedings impact milk supply?
30 min
25
Breastfeeding Expectations: The 12th month
At 12 months, our moms reflect back on their one-year journey.
43 min