In this episode, Kate chats with Cathy Tabner, Parent Education Midwife at My Expert Midwife who has helped and advised hundreds of women about breastfeeding and knows all there is to know about anaemia and mastitis.

If you, or your loved one, has ever suffered from mastitis and/or anaemia, you will know how painful and awful it can make you feel. Cathy explains what these conditions are, why they are common in the postpartum period and has great advice and tips on what to do to help alleviate the symptoms of both conditions.

If you are pregnant or have newly given birth, or you are supporting someone on their prenatal or postpartum journey, this conversation is not to be missed.

References: Connect with Cathy Tabner here and find out all about the brilliant work of My Expert Midwife here.

Find out about antenatal checks and tests

NHS iron deficiency anaemia information

NHS All about iron

Read more about supplements on the My Expert Midwife blog

Check out the NHS information about mastitis
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Watch Cathy’s lymphatic drainage massage demonstration in this episode on our YouTube channel or find My Expert Midwife on TikTok for lymphatic drainage massage videos.

General advice from the NHS on breast pain and breastfeeding

NHS guidance on taking medicines while breastfeeding

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