The Season of Giving: Heart warming breastmilk donation stories

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!

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Danielle Tierweller, Natalie Robbins, Kari Heggie, Sophia Jorgensen, Claire Carrico, Chloe Nicolaisen, Kat Davis, Jena Householder, Kristy Herlihy, Aimee Tebay, and Grace

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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 Moms
Follow her on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

Mentioned in this episode:
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Amina OBGYN Consultants Dr. Toya OBGYN - La Toya Luces Sampson MD
Postpartum Support International - PSI
West Virginia Chapter

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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 Facelli
IG: @victoria.facelli.ibclc

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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 Breeding

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• 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, 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.
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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.

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• Highland Birth - Book a Lactation Consult today! Booking a virtual consult with Maureen is now easier than ever. Click HERE to get started!
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Listener question: Does donor milk need to fit the baby’s age?

Mentioned in this episode:
Visit Physicianguidetobreastfeeding.org to find more info from Dr. Mitchell

Surgeon Sex and Patients’ Long-Term Postoperative Outcomes‌
Nurture Revolution, recommended book‌
*Medi honey and hydrogel for wound care - Dr. Mitchell's recommendation
Nipple Care and Complications While Breastfeeding - Physician Guide to Breastfeeding
Ep. 179: Breast Augmentation and Breastfeeding: Heather's personal story 

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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.com
Email: CLappa3@gmail.com

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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!

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• 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, 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.
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Listener question: Do you have any advice on starting daycare?

Mentioned in this episode:

Ep. 15 How Much Breastmilk To Put In A Bottle
Ep. 121 Preparing to Return to Work

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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!

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THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRON, Samarah Loar!

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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, PhD
Ep. 171 – Herbs and Milk Supply with Maureen Farrell
Ep. 28 – Insomnia Medications and Herbs during Lactation

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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!

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THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRONS
Elizabeth from New York, Miranda, and Casey!

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Listener 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 Birth
Ep. 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 Letdown
Ep. 126- Getting Baby Back to the Breast
Ep. 170 - Breastfeeding as a Neurodiverse Parent

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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 | Amazon

Get in touch with Emily
Newsletter | Website | Instagram | CAYA Podcast

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• 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, 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.
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Welcome back to the Milk Minute! Maureen and Heather are back from their hiatus and finally finished with holiday madness. Today we recap Heather’s birth and postpartum experience for those of you who don’t also listen to Beyond the Boob. We also chat about the way Heather has changed as a clinician after her recent trouble breastfeeding baby Martie.

Thank you for sticking with us during the Encore episodes and we are SO glad to be back!

A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR NEW PATRONS:
Megan Lacy, Kristen Talerico-Smallwood, Taylor Saylor, Celine Varkey, and Lindsay Cruickshank!

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And the *Award in the Alcove* goes to...
Abigail, Julie, and Meredith
Congrats, ladies! You win the "Sister Wives Award!"

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"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.

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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 Pees
Episode 82: Tongue Ties, Lip Ties and More: an interview with Michelle Emanuel, Pediatric OT and creator of the Tummy Time Method

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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.

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• 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 SPONSORS

• Click 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_MINUTE

Listener 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 Formula
Ep. 76- Weaning: History, Psychology, and Practical Tips
Consumer Reports Study of Arsenic Levels in Infant Rice Cereal

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