Breastfeeding Without the Bullshit
What could possibly be better for the world than normalizing the sight of parents breastfeeding their children? It is an act of loving nurturance that humanizes us. It makes me irate that we live in a society that makes many people uncomfortable to breastfeed in public. We’re sharing tips and dropping some F bombs on this week’s episode of the Badass Breastfeeding Podcast.
Have you ever heard breastfeeding advice so bad that the only thing to do with it is flush it down the toilet?
Are you thinking about taking birth control? Are you worried about how it will affect your milk supply? Are you trying to figure out which type of birth control is best for you? Listen up!
Have you ever been told that your baby isn’t fat enough? Have you wondered if your milk has enough fat in it? Have you been told to transition to cow’s milk or formula because it is fattier?
Have you ever been told that your baby should be sleeping through the night? Did you know that your baby isn’t actually developmentally ready to do that? Did you know that nighttime milk has special benefits to it?
Have you been criticized for breastfeeding your child on demand? Have you been told you are creating bad habits? Did you know that breastfeeding is SO much more than food?!
Is your baby constantly nursing?
Have you ever wondered if blue Gatorade will increase your supply?
Will your milk loose nutritional value?
Milk supply myths will completely change the way you think about your milk supply. We love busting myths, and these are some of our favorites.
Would you be able to pick just 5 things to tell a new mom about breastfeeding?
What do you think are the most important things to know about breastfeeding right from the start?You know you’re dying to hear what ours are…stay tuned.
This week, Dianne and Abby are talking about what to expect when your milk comes in, how to identify problems and what to look for. It can be so confusing to know what is expected in the early days. Check it out!!