The Milk Minute- A Lactation Podcast

The Milk Minute Podcast

Clap your hands right now if you're ready to breastfeed/chestfeed/pump in a way that feels empowering instead of suffocating! The Milk Minute Podcast is the best free resource to bring some ease and confidence to your lactation journey and give you a few laughs along the way. Hosted by two midwives and lactation professionals, Heather ONeal and Maureen Farrell give you the most up-to-date evidence-based advice needed to feed your baby in a way that works for you. Discover why families all over the world call Heather and Maureen for all things lactation in this chart-topping podcast. If you want to become a parent who breastfeeds with ease, start with any episode on the list and don't look back! read less
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Interview with The Tongue Tie Expert: Lisa Paladino
4d ago
Interview with The Tongue Tie Expert: Lisa Paladino
Welcome to the Milk Minute Podcast! Today we’re thrilled to be joined by Lisa Paladino of the Tongue Tie Experts. For those of you who saw the recent pieces in the New York Times about “the big business of cutting babies’ tongues” and have seen Heather’s responding letter to the editor, you know we have lots to discuss with one of the nation’s foremost experts on lip and tongue ties and breastfeeding. Before we dig into the recurring controversy, let’s get to know Lisa and why she does what she does.Stay 'til the end and we will read you Heather’s spicy letter to the editor of the New York Times!Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRONS, Michelle from Colorado, Rachel T, and Maya from Toronto Canada!THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSBusy Moms Heathcare - Where women always come first. Heather’s business has expanded to meet all of your needs! They are the hub for lactation consults, women's health, primary care, and IV therapies. Call 304-212-5663 today for an appointment or visit BreastfeedingforBusyMoms.com. As a reminder, most insurance is accepted. Fill out our form for more details. Click HERE to access the form.Dairy Fairy - Click HERE and use Promo Code MILKMINUTE for free domestic shipping on any of our itemsAeroflow – The easiest way to order your breast pump through your insurance. Click HERE to order today!Ceres Chill - Grab your Ceres Chiller or Milkstache HERE and enter promo code MILKMINUTE15 for 15% off!Listener question: My 8-month-old handles her own bottle, but she doesn’t always do it in a paced feeding way. Is that OK?Mentioned in this episodeHome - ICAP International Consortium of Ankylofrenula ProfessionalsConnect with Lisa:Website: www.TongueTieExperts.netInstagram @TongueTieExperts | Facebook Free Download: Preparing for Frenotomy DayPrefer to read the transcript? Click Here Support the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Black Maternal Health and Breastfeeding: Interview with Dr. Toya
Mar 8 2024
Black Maternal Health and Breastfeeding: Interview with Dr. Toya
This week on the Milk Minute we focus on black maternal health and breastfeeding. Our expert guest is Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson, affectionately known as Dr. Toya on social media, is a wife, mother, board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Physician Coach. As a coach, she helps Physician Moms who are postpartum and beyond, go from anxiety and resentment to feeling confidence and joy.  Join Maureen and Heather as they host yet another incredible interview!Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRONS!Danielle Tierweller, Natalie Robbins, Kari Heggie, Sophia Jorgensen, Claire Carrico, Chloe Nicolaisen, Kat Davis, Jena Householder, Kristy Herlihy, Aimee Tebay, and GraceTHANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSHighland Birth - Book a Lactation Consult today! Booking a virtual consult with Maureen is now easier than ever. Click HERE to get started!Click HERE to save 25% off and free shipping on all Liquid IV products with the code MILK_MINUTEClick HERE to get HappiTummi and enter code MILKMINUTE10 for 10% off your order!Click HERE to order your Evivo! Use code MILKMINUTE for 15% off your purchase!Listener question: I have a 13-month-old and am considering weaning, but the pediatrician said that breastmilk still has antibodies at this stage and that could help with preventing illness. Is that true?Discover more about Dr. Toya’s mission and connect with her: Coaching for Physician MomsFollow her on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTubeMentioned in this episode:Buy DefaultAmina OBGYN Consultants Dr. Toya OBGYN - La Toya Luces Sampson MD Postpartum Support International - PSI West Virginia ChapterPrefer to read the transcript? Click Here Support the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Is Breast Best? Interview with Victoria Facelli, IBCLC, Author of Feed the Baby
Mar 1 2024
Is Breast Best? Interview with Victoria Facelli, IBCLC, Author of Feed the Baby
Breast is best. We've all heard it, now let's talk about it. Today the Milk Minute is honored to have Victoria Facelli, author of "Feed the Baby: an inclusive guide to nursing, bottle feeding, and everything in between" on the show to discuss her incredible book. This is the kind of book that Heather and Maureen have dreamed of writing and is the perfect step-by-step guide to feeding your baby, complete with illustrations and videos. Victoria Facelli is an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, but not the kind that hates formula. She wrote this book to cut through a lot of the misinformation that parents are faced with, as a resource to empower parents to feed their babies in whatever way works for them!Get the Book: Feed the Baby, by Victoria Facelli Website: Home | Victoria FacelliIG: @victoria.facelli.ibclc Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRONS: Lauren Phillis, Hannah, Elizabeth Grimes, Jane Corbin, Megan Rogers, Kaitlyn Lay, Elise Harley, Mary Yoder, Andrea Abbott, Linda Wan, Emily, Megan Morgel, and Beth BreedingTHANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSGet your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Cigna PPO or Provider Network of America– you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form.Aeroflow – The easiest way to order your breast pump through your insurance. Click HERE to order today!Dairy Fairy - Click HERE and use Promo Code MILKMINUTE for free domestic shipping on any of our itemsCeres Chill - Grab your Ceres Chiller or Milkstache HERE and enter promo code MILKMINUTE15 for 15% off!Prefer to read the transcript? Click Here Support the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Breast Surgery and Breastfeeding: Interview with Dr. Katrina Mitchell
Feb 23 2024
Breast Surgery and Breastfeeding: Interview with Dr. Katrina Mitchell
In this special episode of the Milk Minute, Heather and Maureen chat with Dr. Katrina Mitchell, a board-certified surgeon, breast oncologist, IBCLC, and PMH-C with over 20 years of expertise. They dive into the topic of breast surgeries, including augmentation, discussing their impact on breastfeeding and the balance between aesthetics and maternal well-being. Join them for a quick but insightful "Milk Minute" as they navigate the intersection of breast health, surgeries, and the beautiful journey of breastfeeding.Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSHighland Birth - Book a Lactation Consult today! Booking a virtual consult with Maureen is now easier than ever. Click HERE to get started!Click HERE to order your Evivo! Use code MILKMINUTE for 15% off your purchase!Click HERE to get HappiTummi and enter code MILKMINUTE10 for 10% off your order!Click HERE to save 25% off and free shipping on all Liquid IV products with the code MILK_MINUTEListener question: Does donor milk need to fit the baby’s age?Mentioned in this episode:Visit Physicianguidetobreastfeeding.org to find more info from Dr. MitchellSurgeon Sex and Patients’ Long-Term Postoperative Outcomes‌Nurture Revolution, recommended book‌*Medi honey and hydrogel for wound care - Dr. Mitchell's recommendationNipple Care and Complications While Breastfeeding - Physician Guide to BreastfeedingEp. 179: Breast Augmentation and Breastfeeding: Heather's personal story Prefer to read the transcript? Click Here Support the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Return to sex and physical intimacy postpartum - Interview with Connie Lappa
Feb 16 2024
Return to sex and physical intimacy postpartum - Interview with Connie Lappa
Today on the Milk Minute we’re talking about sex postpartum while breastfeeding. Sex and physical intimacy postpartum can be a touchy subject, but we’re here to help! Our special guest for the day is Connie Lappa, a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in individual and couples therapy, sex therapy, infertility and pregnancy loss, postpartum mood disorders and more.Today’s interview delivers expert advice when it comes to restoring a sexual connection with your partner, navigating low libido, increasing intimacy, and how to communicate with your partner about all of the above. Tune in for some words of wisdom and achieve the sex life you’ve been dreaming about (yes, even after a baby)!Connect with Connie!Website: www.ConnieLappa.comEmail: CLappa3@gmail.comWork With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRONS: Bailey Garrot, Alex Tsocanos, Kathryn Muniz, Emily R, Taylor Makenzie, Jessica Peterson, Linda Roberts, Julianne Watson, Nicole Bondy, Kayla, Erin, Heather Helmy, Mia, Bunny Sandefur Howell, and Heather Yoder!THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSGet your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Cigna PPO or Provider Network of America– you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form.Aeroflow – The easiest way to order your breast pump through your insurance. Click HERE to order today!Dairy Fairy - Click HERE and use Promo Code MILKMINUTE for free domestic shipping on any of our itemsCeres Chill - Grab your Ceres Chiller or Milkstache HERE and enter promo code MILKMINUTE15 for 15% off!Listener question: Do you have any advice on starting daycare?Mentioned in this episode:Ep. 15 How Much Breastmilk To Put In A BottleEp. 121 Preparing to Return to WorkClick HERE to read the full transcript and access additional resourcesSupport the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Celebrate 200 Episodes with the Milk Minute
Feb 9 2024
Celebrate 200 Episodes with the Milk Minute
Welcome to the 200th Milk Minute episode! It's been 3 years of sharing all things lactation, body positivity, relationships, and mental health. Your favorite midwife and lactation professional hosts sit down to both acknowledge and celebrate their accomplishments with this podcast and in life. Heather and Maureen reflect on who they were and who they've become through this incredible journey they've had the pleasure of recording week after week. Join us as we celebrate this Milk Minute milestone!Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRON, Samarah Loar!THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSHighland Birth - Book a Lactation Consult today! Booking a virtual consult with Maureen is now easier than ever. Click HERE to get started!Click HERE to save 25% off and free shipping on all Liquid IV products with the code MILK_MINUTEClick HERE to get HappiTummi and enter code MILKMINUTE10 for 10% off your order!Click HERE to order your Evivo! Use code MILKMINUTE for 15% off your purchase!Listener question: I’m curious what your thoughts are about taking the Lactation Hub probiotics for mastitis preemptively in the first few weeks after birth?Previous Episodes Mentioned:Ep. 198 – Come Together and Create Lasting Sexual Connections (even after a baby)-Interview with Emily Nagoski, PhDEp. 171 – Herbs and Milk Supply with Maureen FarrellEp. 28 – Insomnia Medications and Herbs during LactationPrefer to read the transcript? Click Here Support the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Breastfeeding in The First 3 Days Postpartum
Feb 2 2024
Breastfeeding in The First 3 Days Postpartum
Breastfeeding in the first 3 days postpartum can be both challenging and magical. It's normal for mothers to face difficulties in the initial days, but important to recognize and appreciate the progress you're making in your breastfeeding journey. Even when you’re doing everything right it can feel like it’s not working or it’s going wrong. Maureen and Heather are here to make you feel better and give you some guidelines and key indicators that you are in fact…crushing it. Send this to a friend who's pregnant so they know what to expect the first three days postpartum! Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRONSElizabeth from New York, Miranda, and Casey!THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSHighland Birth - Book a Lactation Consult today! Booking a virtual consult with Maureen is now easier than ever. Click HERE to get started!Click HERE to order your Evivo! Use code MILKMINUTE for 15% off your purchase!Click HERE to get HappiTummi and enter code MILKMINUTE10 for 10% off your order!Click HERE to save 25% off and free shipping on all Liquid IV products with the code MILK_MINUTEListener Question: I’m interested in having a home birth, and I’m wondering why in hospitals, baby and mom need to have vitals checked every 2 to 4 hours and whether that is just unnecessary and therefore doesn’t happen with home births?Mentioned in this episode:Ep. 4 - Lactating Friendly BirthEp. 40 – Babywearing and Breastfeeding: a review of history, biology, and options!Ep. 49 – Can You Spoil a Baby? Spoiler Alert: Nope.Ep. 122 - Hacking Your LetdownEp. 126- Getting Baby Back to the BreastEp. 170 - Breastfeeding as a Neurodiverse ParentPrefer to read the transcript? Click HereSupport the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Come Together and Create Lasting Sexual Connections (even after a baby)-Interview with Emily Nagoski, PhD
Jan 26 2024
Come Together and Create Lasting Sexual Connections (even after a baby)-Interview with Emily Nagoski, PhD
Get ready for some real talk on The Milk Minute Podcast! Today Maureen and Heather welcome their new friend, favorite author, and podcast guest, Emily Nagoski! Emily is the award-winning author of the New York Times best selling, “Come As You Are” and the “Come As You Are Workbook,” and coauthor, with her sister, Amelia, of New York Times bestseller “Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle.” Her next book, “Come Together: The Science (and Art!) of Creating Lasting Sexual Connections” is out and it is nothing short of incredible.Emily spills the beans on what's coming in her new book, sharing nuggets of wisdom that'll make you feel inspired and hopeful when it comes to a lasting sexual relationship.This episode doesn't shy away from the awkward stuff – they tackle misconceptions about postpartum sex and drop practical tips for couples trying to maintain a healthy sexual relationship during the wild ride of parenthood. It's a no-filter conversation that'll have you laughing, nodding in agreement, and maybe blushing a bit.So tune in, and don’t forget to order a copy of “Come Together: The Science (and Art!) of Creating Lasting Sexual Connections!” Order HERE | AmazonGet in touch with EmilyNewsletter | Website | Instagram | CAYA PodcastRead the full transcript & links HEREWork With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HEREBook a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERETHANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSGet your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Cigna PPO or Provider Network of America– you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form.Dairy Fairy - Click HERE and use Promo Code MILKMINUTE for free domestic shipping on any of our itemsCeres Chill - Grab your Ceres Chiller or Milkstache HERE and enter promo code MILKMINUTE15 for 15% off!Aeroflow – The easiest way to order your breast pump through your insurance. Click HERE to order today!Support the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Encore: Let's Talk Nipple Shields
Jan 12 2024
Encore: Let's Talk Nipple Shields
"Is it bad that I'm using a nipple shield? Should I use a nipple shield? Is it something that should be in everybody's baby shower gift basket, or is this a medical device?"Does this sound like you? These are some of the most frequent questions Heather and Maureen get during consults, so here's a little refresher on the hot topic. Make sure you pass this episode along to your friends who are having a baby as well.Ahh... nipple shields! Some call them friends, some call them foes. This episode covers it all!Listen in as Maureen and Heather talk through nipple shields, what they are, how and when to properly use them and how to help wean baby off of the shield once they are able to get a great latch without it. Don't miss this one!We’re still on a break over here at the Milk Minute (but not for much longer!). If you want more new content please head over to our spin-off show: Beyond the Boob. Please consider supporting us by subscribing on Apple Podcasts or on our Patreon at Milk Minute Podcast | Patreon.Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSGet your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Cigna PPO or Provider Network of America– you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form.Aeroflow – The easiest way to order your breast pump through your insurance. Click HERE to order today!Click HERE to get HappiTummi and enter code MILKMINUTE10 for 10% off your order!Grab your Silverette Nipple Shells by clicking here!Listener Question: This listener has been using a nipple shield but wants to wean off: Any advice for moving forward?Previous Episodes Mentioned:Episode 17: Baby Poops and PeesEpisode 82: Tongue Ties, Lip Ties and More: an interview with Michelle Emanuel, Pediatric OT and creator of the Tummy Time MethodClick HERE for the episode transcriptSupport the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Encore: Rice Cereal: A cautionary tale
Jan 5 2024
Encore: Rice Cereal: A cautionary tale
You’ve probably heard news articles about infant food safety and heavy metal contamination. Today’s episode of the Milk Minute focuses on the safety and use of infant rice cereal. Your favorite hosts pull together a timeline of historical infant feeding, mass baby food production, and agricultural practices into a cohesive narrative that brings us to the present day. They answer questions of nutrition, safety, and more!We’re still on a break over here at the Milk Minute (but not for much longer!). If you want more new content please head over to our spin-off show: Beyond the Boob. Please consider supporting us by subscribing on Apple Podcasts or on our Patreon at Milk Minute Podcast | Patreon.Work With Us!Get your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, or Cigna PPO – you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form.Book a Lactation Consult today! Booking a virtual consult with Maureen is now easier than ever. Click HERE to get started!THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSClick HERE to order your Evivo! Use code MILKMINUTE for 15% off your purchase!Aeroflow – The easiest way to order your breast pump through your insurance. Click HERE to order today!Click HERE to save 25% off and free shipping on all Liquid IV products with the code MILK_MINUTEListener Question: I stopped breastfeeding about 1 month ago and now am experiencing odd sensations in my breasts. The discomfort feels like lightening bolts all over. Is this normal?Mentioned in this episode:Ep. 19: History Of Baby FormulaEp. 76- Weaning: History, Psychology, and Practical TipsConsumer Reports Study of Arsenic Levels in Infant Rice CerealPrefer to read the transcript? Click HERESupport the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Encore: New Mastitis Protocol: Part 2
Dec 29 2023
Encore: New Mastitis Protocol: Part 2
Did you hear about all the major changes with mastitis? We have made some serious progress in our understanding of why and how clogged ducts and milk blebs happen and we now have much better methods to treat them. Tune into the Milk Minute and let your favorite cohosts give you the low down on the updates.This information is crucial to both self care and healthcare provider management of these conditions, so don’t miss it!We’re still on a break over here at the Milk Minute, so please enjoy one of our most impactful episodes, especially this time of year. If you want more new content please head over to our spin-off show: Beyond the Boob. Please consider supporting us by subscribing on Apple Podcasts or on our Patreon at Milk Minute Podcast | Patreon. Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.Listener Question: Would it be bad to dry up my supply with Sudafed?THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSGet your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Cigna PPO or Provider Network of America– you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form.Ceres Chill - Click HERE and enter promo code MILKMINUTE15 for 15% off!Click HERE to get HappiTummi and enter code MILKMINUTE10 for 10% off your order!Dairy Fairy - Click HERE and use Promo Code MILKMINUTE for free domestic shipping on any of our itemsMentioned in this episode:Ep. 43 - Cold and Flu Medications while BreastfeedingEp. 84- Let's Talk Nipple Shields!The bathroom bird episode: Getting Baby Back to the Breast: Nursing strikes and breast refusalPrefer to read the transcript? Click HereSupport the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Encore: New Mastitis Protocol: Part 1
Dec 22 2023
Encore: New Mastitis Protocol: Part 1
Got mastitis? Learn all about the new protocol to help you get through this holiday season while breastfeeding. When you're traveling and you and your baby are eating and sleeping differently, it's easy for mastitis to come along. Have you ever dealt with mastitis or clogged ducts? Did you know that the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine updated their clinical guidelines on Mastitis treatment this year? Let your favorite cohosts update you on all the big changes in a 2 part series.This first episode focuses on our new understanding of the physiology of mastitis, aka what the heck is happening in there! Join Heather and Maureen as they explore the real cause of mastitis and talk about the latest research into clogged ducts, milk blebs, and more! Then tune in next week for a dive into the updated treatment options, with a focus on first-line, at home treatments! Stay current and let the Milk Minute help you use the latest and greatest clinical guidelines.We’re still on a break over here at the Milk Minute, so please enjoy one of our most impactful episodes, especially this time of year. Please consider supporting us by subscribing on Apple Podcasts or on our Patreon at Milk Minute Podcast | Patreon. Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSHighland Birth Book a Lactation Consult today! Booking a virtual consult with Maureen is now easier than ever. Click HERE to get started!Click HERE to save 25% off and free shipping on all Liquid IV products with the code MILK_MINUTEAeroflow –  The easiest way to order your breast pump through your insurance. Click HERE to order today!Click HERE to order your Evivo! Use code MILKMINUTE for 15% off your purchase!Listener question: Can you get rid of an oversupply? I have one breast that produces a lot more milk and I want it to be even with the other one.Mentioned in this episode:Ep. 87- Oversupply…What It Means and How to Handle It!Ep. 83- Up-Regulating and Down-Regulating SupplySources:Physician Guide to BreastfeedingAcademy of Breastfeeding Medicine Clinical Protocol #36:The Mastitis Spectrum, Revised 2022Click HERE to read the full transcriptSupport the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Encore: Caffeine and Breastfeeding
Dec 15 2023
Encore: Caffeine and Breastfeeding
Let’s talk about caffeine! Every parents’ BFF is their morning coffee, but is it safe during lactation? Join Heather & Maureen as they share what we know and what the guidelines say now.We’re still on a break over here at the Milk Minute, so please enjoy one of our favorite episodes with a new twist. If you want more new content please head over to our spin-off show: Beyond the Boob. We’ll be continuing to churn out postpartum updates over there each week while Heather takes her maternity leave. Please consider supporting us by subscribing on Apple Podcasts or on our Patreon at Milk Minute Podcast | Patreon. By joining our Patreon you get exclusive access to each and every episode of Beyond the Boob plus early, ad-free Milk Minute episodes AND behind the scenes photos and videos. THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSGet your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, or Cigna PPO – you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form!Book a Lactation Consult today! Booking a virtual consult with Maureen is now easier than ever. Click HERE to get started!Ceres Chill- Grab your Milkstache HERE or Grab your Ceres Chiller HERE and enter promo code MILKMINUTE15 for 15% off!Listener Question: A lot of places suggest weaning off the bottle at 1 year. What do you do about sending breastmilk to daycare beyond 1 year? Is now too early to offer offer milk in a straw cup? Or an open cup? Do you warm the milk up?Mentioned in This Episode: Dr.Brown’s Sippy Straw BottlePrefer to read the transcript? Click Here Support the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Encore: Popping On and Off the Breast
Dec 8 2023
Encore: Popping On and Off the Breast
We are still on a break and wanted to revisit this popular topic. Popping on and off the breast is one of the biggest problems we see in lactation and we're here to help. P.S. - If you want to hear Heather's birth story and every other week of Beyond the Boob there’s still time to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/milkminutepodcast!One of the most common breastfeeding problems is when baby just won’t stay latched! Popping on and off through feeds is frustrating for both parent and baby. Today we chat about how we manage this issue in consultation and what some possible causes and solutions are.  This problem is complex, but your friends at the Milk Minute are here to help!Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSHighland Birth - Book a Lactation Consult today! Booking a virtual consult with Maureen is now easier than ever. Click HERE to get started!Dairy Fairy - Click HERE and use Promo Code MILKMINUTE for free domestic shipping on any of our itemsClick HERE to order your Evivo! Use code MILKMINUTE for 15% off your purchase!Aeroflow – The easiest way to order your breast pump through your insurance. Click HERE to order today!Listener question: "Heather said, if she had another kid, she'd be an overproducer because of all her knowledge now. Heather, can you elaborate on that?"Mentioned in this episode:Center for Worklife Law: WorkLife LawEp. 10: Breastfeeding Older BabiesEp. 45 - Chiropractic Adjustment for Lactating Parents and NewbornsEp. 84- Let's Talk Nipple Shields!Ep. 85- Tooth Care for Your Gummy Baby!Ep. 137- Better Breastfeeding Positioning for Mom & BabyEp. 142- Breastfeeding and Toddler Behavior IssuesEp. 87- Oversupply…What It Means and How to Handle It!Support the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Delivery Story: Heather HAD A BABY!
Dec 1 2023
Delivery Story: Heather HAD A BABY!
We interrupt your scheduled Milk Minute episodes to bring you a special birthday announcement! Our little podcast baby arrived just after 39 weeks and we made a special little recording just for you.If this is your first time listening, here’s a recap: Nine months ago Heather surprised Maureen by announcing her pregnancy on the Milk Minute and asking Maureen to be her (homebirth) midwife. From this Beyond the Boob was born; a spin off from the Milk Minute where we took time to just focus on the pregnancy.Since then its been a wild ride of TMI, prenatal education, and so much more. Today we bring you a very anticipated episode where we document the last prenatal and birth of the baby! While this isn’t the full birth story, we kept a mic set up for updates during labor and kept a little captain's log just for you. Enjoy some birth deets and raw emotions and get excited for the full story next week!!If you want to hear the birth story and every other week of Beyond the Boob there’s still time to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/milkminutepodcastWork With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.Prefer to read the transcript? Click Here Support the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Encore: 5 Ways to Improve Breastfeeding
Nov 24 2023
Encore: 5 Ways to Improve Breastfeeding
We’re still on a break over here at the Milk Minute, so please enjoy one of our favorite episodes with a new twist. If you want more new content please head over to our spin-off show: Beyond the Boob. We’ll be continuing to churn out postpartum updates over there each week while Heather takes her maternity leave. Please consider supporting us by subscribing on Apple Podcasts or on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/milkminutepodcast. By joining our Patreon you get exclusive access to each and every episode of Beyond the Boob plus early, ad-free Milk Minute episodes AND behind the scenes photos and videos.Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSClick HERE to save 10% off Davin & Adley Bras with Promo Code MILKMINUTE10.Click HERE to order your Evivo! Use code MILKMINUTE for 15% off your purchase!Get your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, or Cigna PPO – you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form!Book a Lactation Consult today! Booking a virtual consult with Maureen is now easier than ever. Click HERE to get started!Listener Question: When should you seek out a medical professional for your period not returning postpartum? How long should you wait before worrying?Resources:The App “Paired”Ceres Chill Use Promo Code MILKMINUTE15 for 15% off!Prefer to read the transcript? Click HereSupport the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Encore: World Prematurity Day
Nov 17 2023
Encore: World Prematurity Day
Today is World Prematurity Day and we want to give a shout out to all of our amazing premie-parents!We’re still on a break over here at the Milk Minute, so please enjoy one of our favorite episodes with a new twist. If you want more new content please head over to our spin-off show: Beyond the Boob. We’ll be continuing to churn out postpartum updates over there each week while Heather takes her maternity leave. Please consider supporting us by subscribing on Apple Podcasts or on our Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/milkminutepodcast . By joining our Patreon you get exclusive access to each and every episode of Beyond the Boob plus early, ad-free Milk Minute episodes AND behind the scenes photos and videos.Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSGet your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Cigna PPO or Provider Network of America– you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form.Aeroflow – The easiest way to order your breast pump through your insurance. Click HERE to order today!Click HERE to get HappiTummi and enter code MILKMINUTE10 for 10% off your order!Read the transcript HERESupport the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok
Encore: A Salute to Veterans and Breastfeeding: Protecting moms who served. Interview with Dr. Jill Inderstrodt
Nov 10 2023
Encore: A Salute to Veterans and Breastfeeding: Protecting moms who served. Interview with Dr. Jill Inderstrodt
It’s Veterans Day and we want to commend our breastfeeding veterans and military families. Today we chat with Dr. Jill Inderstrodt about her research with mothers who have served in the United States Armed Forces.We’re still on a break over here at the Milk Minute, so please enjoy one of our favorite episodes with a new twist. If you want more new content please head over to our spin-off show: Beyond the Boob. We’ll be continuing to churn out postpartum updates over there each week while Heather takes her maternity leave. Please consider supporting us by subscribing on Apple Podcasts or on our Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/milkminutepodcast . By joining our Patreon you get exclusive access to each and every episode of Beyond the Boob plus early, ad-free Milk Minute episodes AND behind the scenes photos and videos.Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORSGet your breastfeeding journey BACK ON TRACK with a Lactation Consult with Heather! Telehealth available and some insurance accepted. Click HERE for the deets. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Cigna PPO or Provider Network of America– you can fill out a short form to get pre-approval to get your visits with Heather 100% approved! Click HERE to access the form.Breastfeeding For Busy Moms Boutique - All veterans enjoy 20% off! Dairy Fairy - Click HERE and use Promo Code MILKMINUTE for free domestic shipping on any of our itemsCeres Chill - Grab your Ceres Chiller or Milkstache HERE and enter promo code MILKMINUTE15 for 15% off!Click HERE to get HappiTummi and enter code MILKMINUTE10 for 10% off your order!Previous Episodes Mentioned:Ep. 39 – Child Custody and Lactation: interview with family court judge James Jeffrey CulpepperOther Resources:Military Lactation Counselor Credential – Mom to Mom Global Breastfeeding in Combat BootsFind Jill’s research on Google Scholar and Research GateFull transcript HERESupport the showCheck out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok