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Feel informed and empowered with this thoroughly updated, full-color pregnancy guide, which recognizes that “one size fits all” doesn’t apply to maternity care. Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn provides the comprehensive guidance you need to make informed decisions about having a...

This second edition of Breastfeeding Made Simple is an essential guide to breastfeeding that every new and expectant mom should own - a comprehensive resource that takes the mystery out of basic breastfeeding dynamics. Understanding the seven natural laws of breastfeeding will help you avoid and overcome challenges such as low milk production, breast refusal, weaning difficulties, and every other obstacle that can keep you from enjoying breastfeeding your baby.

A much-needed antidote to our modern, assembly-line approach to childbirth, this new book is designed as a guide for all who wish to participate in the wondrous process of bringing new life into the world. Its ideas derive from two sources: the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, with its emphasis on...

Have you been wondering how you can find more peace in your life with PMDD or PME? I’m Diane and I’m a dietitian, lactation consultant, mindfulness teacher and mom, living with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and helping other PMDD Warriors find management and acceptance of PMDD through mindfulness. Twice a month, I’ll discuss how mindfulness and meditation can help with the debilitating symptoms of PMDD and PME (premenstrual exacerbation of an existing condition). I’ll also explore parenting, career, nutrition, starting a business–and more–through the lens of Mindfulness for PMDD...

I am a Registered Homeopath and Lactation Consultant who loves Jesus and believes in the power of prayer in healing and restoration. God designed our bodies to heal themselves. We interfere with the body’s abilities by introducing medications which stop the action our bodies were made to do - heal! Homeopathy comes in and stimulates the immune system to help the body remember how to heal itself. ALL people are welcomed here, no matter your beliefs! I discuss mostly homeopathy here, but also I bring an encouraging word from the Lord and touch on the topics of parenting, homeschooling, ...

A much-needed antidote to our modern, assembly-line approach to childbirth, this new book is designed as a guide for all who wish to participate in the wondrous process of bringing new life into the world. Its ideas derive from two sources: the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, with its emphasis on...

For babies, like for all living things, being fed is best. But the current stringent focus on exclusive breastfeeding is putting some babies at risk by depriving parents of a full understanding of how to tell when breastfeeding alone doesn't provide enough—and what to do about it. Fed Is Best provides a clear-eyed look at the current messaging and latest scientific research around breastfeeding and formula feeding, to help parents make informed choices about how to best feed their baby based on their individual circumstances.

Breastfeeding with Confidence Podcast: Holistic Breastfeeding Advice for Solving Unexpected Breastfeeding Challenges So You Can Enjoy Postpartum Are you pregnant & nervous about breastfeeding because you’ve heard it can be painful or don’t know how to support milk supply? You want to avoid formula but are worried you won't know how to decide when things seem hard? Maybe you're a new mom dealing with sore nipples and painful breastfeeding but all the doctors & lactation consultants told you ”the latch looks fine” and didn’t give you any answers? Or maybe you’re feeling anxious ...

The only breastfeeding manual new moms will ever need, from the foremost expert in the field—filled with straightforward, evidence-based information and compassionate care. Let’s get real: a breastfeeding makeover is long overdue. From the creator of the popular lactation website Physician...

Carole Kramer Arsenault has spent the last two decades helping parents through pregnancy, labor, and all of their new responsibilities once baby comes home - both as a longtime pediatric nurse and as the founder of the most highly regarded baby care service in New England. From the first trimester to the fourth (baby’s crucial first three months), Arsenault and her team of professional nurses have seen it all.

🦋 During pregnancy and postpartum mothers are at higher risk of developing new or worsening mood disorders. Motherhood is a beautiful, wonderful journey. But as beautiful as it is, it can feel challenging at times. In those moments mamas need to know when and how to access support. Whether that be additional support from a partner, friend, family member or professional help. Beyond those early stages, things like anxiety and depression can show up at any stage of motherhood. It’s important for anyone in a motj at support system to understand signs, symptoms and the best way to help. As ...

Welcome to Amphiba Baby's Podcast, "Babywearing & Breastfeeding Miracles.' Join me as we delve into the heartwarming world of breastfeeding and babywearing for medically complex children. In each episode, we'll share inspiring stories, expert advice, and practical insights to empower parents and caregivers on this extraordinary journey of love and care. Together, we'll celebrate the unique challenges and beautiful moments of parenthood, one nurturing miracle at a time.

The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, in conjunction with Your Birth Biz, is a podcast for birth and postpartum professionals who want to grow sustainable, ethical businesses without burning out or losing themselves along the way.Hosted by Niamh Cassidy, childbirth educator, IBCLC lactation consultant, and business coach to birth workers, this podcast sits at the intersection of business, birth work, values, and real life.Niamh started her own perinatal business as a side hustle while working full-time in social care, and knows first-hand how challenging it can be to fill...

This book serves to empower parents to go into combo feeding with all the knowledge they need to succeed. With a majority of parents combo-feeding, it's about time education reflected how to do that. Rather than learning "on-the-job," parents can be prepared before baby arrives. Rather than focusing on breastfeeding only or formula feeding only, this book teaches you how to balance both.

If you are a mother who wants to end generational cycles of diet culture to rewrite your feeding legacy, this show is for you! Mama, it's possible for you to mother free from food guilt and body shame, confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy food freedom as a family. Join your guide and mother-of-5 intuitive eating family dietitian, Crystal Karges, each week as she offers simple strategies and sanity savers for navigating motherhood successfully in our present day diet culture. Connect with Crystal on Substack crystalkarges.substack.com and Instagram @crystalkarges.

Lisa Paladino discusses topics related to tongue tie and breastfeeding, from her unique perspective as a Midwife and Lactation Consultant with over 30 years of experience. If you are a parent looking for information beyond what google is telling you, or a professional who is curious to learn more than what you learned in school on this topic, this podcast is for you. A gentle disclaimer. Please do not consider anything discussed on this podcast, by myself or any guest of the podcast, to be medical advice. The information is provided for educational purposes only and does not take the place of ...

Breastfeeding is a great choice for you and your baby. Learn effective and reliable ways to latch and feed well. Integrated techniques come from select areas within lactation, nutrition, and advanced practice nursing. Each chapter reveals key skills that work for both mom and baby. Delve into this book to learn the secrets of making your experience a success. Loaded with practical advice, real-life examples, and important questions that mothers ask, this book is for you!

Kendra Shelby IBCLC is “Spilling the Milk” on all the things you need to know about Parenthood in the Chicago area. Topics on Prenatal, Postpartum, Lactation and much more…Nothing Is Off Limits.

Welcome to BIRTH, BABIES & BOOB BUSINESS by Milk Diva, where we have fun while pulling back the curtain and sharing little-known facts from across the birth profession, in an effort to create a more collaborative approach to maternal-child health while building sustainable businesses and empowered families.We discuss all things birth, breastfeeding, bottle feeding, tongue tie, pacifiers and everything in between.If you are a Doula or Birth Professional supporting newborn feeding grab your FREE swipe file and save tons of time while offering expert feeding tips to your clients.If you are ...

This book explores the realities of considering sleep training a breastfed baby. Before making this decision, it is important to know how it might impact lactation. The book serves to educate and empower parents to go into the decision-making process fully informed. This includes exploring all the other ways to facilitate rest outside of sleep training options. Laying out data and options without judgement, this book can be a tool to help parents make the best personalized decisions for their family around lactation and sleep.