Common Questions About Breastfeeding! - Part 1

Common Questions About Breastfeeding! - Part 1

Author: Liesel Teen February 10, 2020 Duration: 1:03:15

In this episode, I do an extended Q&A taking questions that you guys have given me about breastfeeding!

Here are the questions we go over!

  1. How does breast milk supply work?
  2. What are some of the best ways to increase my milk supply?
  3. What is the best pump? What are the types of ways to express milk?
  4. What about weaning? Do you have any tips on safely weaning from breastfeeding?
  5. Going into breastfeeding, what are some of the best resources I can use to prepare myself?
  6. What do I do if I'm having trouble?
  7. My supply is too much! How do I decrease it?
  8. I'm going back to work soon, what are some good tips for going back?
  9. Is it ok to give formula and breastfeed at the same time? How does that work?

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Liesel Teen, a labor and delivery nurse, hosts Mommy Labor Nurse as a space for honest conversations about pregnancy and birth. Each episode is built on the idea that knowledge can transform fear into confidence for expecting parents. You’ll find a mix of practical, evidence-based discussions on common pregnancy topics, along with interviews featuring a range of birth professionals who share their insights. Perhaps most powerfully, the podcast includes personal birth stories that capture the vast spectrum of real-life experiences, from straightforward deliveries to more complex situations. It’s a resource designed to inform and empower, offering perspectives that help listeners prepare for their own journeys. Remember, the content here is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice from your own care provider. Join Liesel for these weekly conversations that aim to support you through one of life’s most significant transitions.
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