All Things Breastfeeding Podcast

How to become an IBCLC? This week Barbara and Barb talk about Barbara’s journey to becoming an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant)! Some people think because the IBCLC credential is consider part of the health care field that you have to be a nurse. This is not true! Many of the biggest movers and… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 41: Barbara’s Journey to how to become an IBCLC appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

As promised, we are back in business and Dawn is going to be sharing her breastfeeding story. Dawn’s work with babies has led her down paths she didn’t expect. Isn’t this often the case? Who knew my own struggles with breastfeeding would lead to a whole career I never imaged? We encourage you to check… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 39: Breastfeeding Story: Dawn appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

Barb is getting ready to take her IBCLC exam in April and I have been busy doing other things besides creating a breastfeeding podcast! But we are back to making our breastfeeding podcast! I am being joined by my new intern, Jessica, who is going to continue my podcast journey. Don’t worry, Barb is not… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 40: Breastfeeding Podcast Update appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

Breastfeeding class? Why take one? Today’s episode is just a quick informational show on the importance of taking a breastfeeding class before you have your baby! A little knowledge can go a long way! Please share this episode with new mamas and friends! Breastfeeding a new baby is natural but not always easy. Some people… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 38: Taking A Prenatal Breastfeeding Class appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

Breastfeeding and dentistry? What do teeth have to do with breastfeeding? This week on the podcast Barbara and Barb discuss breastfeeding and dentistry. Is there any truth to the idea that breastfeeding causes cavities? There was a recent study that found babies who had been breastfed for more than 6 months had more cavities than… The post All Things Breastfeeding Podcast Episode 37: Breastfeeding and Dentistry appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

Postpartum depression can happen to any women, no matter how much she wanted her baby, no matter what her socioeconomic status. This week on the podcast, Barbara and Barb talk about postpartum depression (PPD). A very common occurrence in many woman after they have a baby, yet not talked about often enough. We were inspired… The post All Things Breastfeeding Podcast Episode 36 : Breastfeeding and Postpartum Depression appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

Breastfeeding in public! This week, Barbara and Barb do a round-up on breastfeeding in public, just in time for the summer. Moms are out and about, and babies still need to eat. We discuss a recent incident where a breastfeeding mother had an employee suggest she might be more comfortable nursing in the bathroom after… The post All Things Breastfeeding Podcast Episode 35: Breastfeeding in Public appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

Michelle’s Breastfeeding Story! We haven’t had a podcast for a while! Michelle’s breastfeeding story has many ups and downs! This week on the podcast, Michelle shares the story of breastfeeding her one year old daughter. She comes from a very supportive breastfeeding family who nurse for years, and knew she wanted to breastfeeding as long… The post All Things Breastfeeding Podcast Episode 34: Michelle’s Breastfeeding Story appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

What’s in the numbers? This week on the podcast we talk about numbers! Birth weights, how accurate they might be, comparing one scales weight to another, and all the variables to take into consideration when looking at numbers. Sometimes the scales might not be calibrated properly. What if the baby was weighed with a full… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 33: What’s In The Numbers? appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

Are breastfeeding support groups right for you? This week on the podcast, Barbara and Barb chat all things breastfeeding support groups. Why are they helpful and who might benefit from a breastfeeding support group? Many people feel that a “support group” is old fashioned or if you need to go to one, it is a… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 32: Breastfeeding Support Groups appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

You never know what is going to happen in your breastfeeding adventure! This week on All Things Breastfeeding, host Barbara Robertson who is the owner of the Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor, shares her second breastfeeding story. This story was delayed in being recorded due some unexpected changes in Barbara’s family. She wanted to get… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 31: Barbara’s Second Breastfeeding Story appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

There is nothing worse than a nursing strike! This week on the podcast, Intern Barb tells her experience with a recent nursing strike. Just when breastfeeding was so easy, a new challenge presented itself. It was an extremely emotional experience, and luckily Finn is back to nursing now!       Shownotes: If you need… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 30: Finn’s Nursing Strike appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

All Things Breastfeeding has a news roundup this week on the podcast. We chat about important breastfeeding topics and some hot button issues this week! Join us while we lay it all out. The good and the bad. All Things Breastfeeding Show notes:  9 Things Your Lactation Consultant Desperately Want You To Know About Low… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 29: Breastfeeding In The News Roundup appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

This week on the podcast, Melissa shares her breastfeeding story. Melissa talks about her first baby’s slow weight gain and her low milk supply. Lot’s of great tips for supply in this episode! Show notes: Domperidone study After our interview with Melissa, she had this to share about the second year of nursing her first… The post All Things Breastfeeding: Melissa’s Breastfeeding Story appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

This week on the podcast Barbara and Barb discuss birthing and breastfeeding. How does birth affect breastfeeding? Does the birth experience matter? We tackle these questions and more!   Show Notes:  March of Dimes-39 week induction ACOG guidelines on induction Listen to Jennifer Canvassar’s episode as mentioned in the show! Suzanne Colson Womb to World … The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 28: Birthing and Breastfeeding appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

This week Megan shares her breastfeeding story. After having a hard time with her first child, Megan shares what it is like to overcome difficulties and have a successful breastfeeding relationship with her second child.     Thank you so much for listening! If you are enjoying the podcast, we would so appreciate you rating… The post All Things Breastfeeding: Megan’s Breastfeeding Story appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

This week on the podcast we talk about the “taboo” subject of nursing older babies. Despite recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the World Health Organization, mothers are still having to defend their choice to nurse older babies. We chat about why nursing older babies is normal and the benefits that nursing past… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 27: Nursing Older Babies appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

This week on the podcast we share Jenny’s Breastfeeding Story. Jenny has overcome so many difficulties throughout her journey so far including a really rough start, and poor weight gain for baby Jett. Join us today to see how Jenny came through to the other other side, and where she is now. Jenny is our… The post Overcoming All Odds-Jenny’s Breastfeeding Story appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

This week the topic of discussion is low milk supply. What exactly is a low milk supply and what can a mom do to help overcome this breastfeeding difficulty? Join us while we chat all things low supply! Resource of the day: The Breastfeeding Mother’s Guide to Making More Milk Paced Bottle Feeding:  Bronson Mothers’ Milk… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 26: Low Milk Supply appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.

Summertime is in full swing and along with summer, comes a lot of outdoor activities, vacations, and trips out of the house with baby! Breastfeeding In Public can be scary and intimidating for new mothers, and seasoned moms alike. We will chat about how to feel more comfortable feeding your baby in public.   Show… The post All Things Breastfeeding Episode 25: Breastfeeding In Public appeared first on The Breastfeeding Center of Ann Arbor.