Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding Chats Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:30:58 -0400 http://www.spillingthemilkpodcast.com/ en-us © 2026 Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding Chats yes Support this Podcast c41737ba-86b2-5422-b29f-529eacd194c2 Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs episodic false A series of casual breastfeeding chat sessions about the triumphs and tribulations of keeping tiny humans fed. Put on your yoga pants (oh wait, you're already wearing them!) and tune in. The most powerful way for mamas to support each other is to share that we're not alone. Click the link for your favorite podcast app to Listen & Subscribe! 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) breastfeeding, pelvic floor, postpartum, mom, baby, support, nursing, pumping, latch, lip tie, tongue tie, lactation, birth, pregnancy Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ad6xylldyna5lcxz2jcptbldcn6a?.jpg Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding Chats http://www.spillingthemilkpodcast.com/ Emily Stone, MA, MBA, INHC Why Every Mom-to-Be Should Consider Working with a Birth Doula Why Every Mom-to-Be Should Consider Working with a Birth Doula Send a text

The journey to becoming a parent is transformative, with every expecting family deserving compassionate, continuous support through pregnancy, birth and beyond. This intimate conversation with Gail Tupin, a certified birth and postpartum doula, unveils how professional birth support dramatically improves outcomes and experiences for new families.

When a doula is present at birth, intervention rates including C-sections measurably decrease – not because doulas provide medical care, but because they create a crucial buffer in the birthing environment. As Gail explains, doulas offer that essential "pause moment" between medical recommendations and parental decisions, allowing families to make choices from a place of confidence rather than fear. Unlike your medical team or even your closest loved ones, doulas bring an unbiased perspective and extensive experience with birth, creating space for parents to fully process their options.

The misconception that doulas only support unmedicated births prevents many families from accessing this valuable resource. Contrary to popular belief, doulas support all birth plans – including epidurals and cesarean births – by adapting their role to each family's unique needs and preferences. The support continues into the critical fourth trimester, where postpartum doulas help new mothers process their birth experiences while creating what Gail beautifully describes as a "sanctuary space" for recovery.

Though insurance coverage remains limited, some Medicaid programs now include doula services, and creative solutions like adding doula support to baby registries can make this care more accessible. Whether you're expecting your first baby or adding to your family, connecting with a doula whose personality and approach resonate with you could transform your birth experience. Reach out to Gail for a free consultation if you're in the Metro Detroit area, and discover how professional birth support might be the missing piece in your journey to parenthood.

Check out Gail's website: www.rooted-doula.com or follow her on IG & FB for helpful birth and postpartum content @rooted_doula

You can also find Gail providing pregnant and new mom support at Livingston County's premiere holistic pe

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The journey to becoming a parent is transformative, with every expecting family deserving compassionate, continuous support through pregnancy, birth and beyond. This intimate conversation with Gail Tupin, a certified birth and postpartum doula, unveils how professional birth support dramatically improves outcomes and experiences for new families.

When a doula is present at birth, intervention rates including C-sections measurably decrease – not because doulas provide medical care, but because they create a crucial buffer in the birthing environment. As Gail explains, doulas offer that essential "pause moment" between medical recommendations and parental decisions, allowing families to make choices from a place of confidence rather than fear. Unlike your medical team or even your closest loved ones, doulas bring an unbiased perspective and extensive experience with birth, creating space for parents to fully process their options.

The misconception that doulas only support unmedicated births prevents many families from accessing this valuable resource. Contrary to popular belief, doulas support all birth plans – including epidurals and cesarean births – by adapting their role to each family's unique needs and preferences. The support continues into the critical fourth trimester, where postpartum doulas help new mothers process their birth experiences while creating what Gail beautifully describes as a "sanctuary space" for recovery.

Though insurance coverage remains limited, some Medicaid programs now include doula services, and creative solutions like adding doula support to baby registries can make this care more accessible. Whether you're expecting your first baby or adding to your family, connecting with a doula whose personality and approach resonate with you could transform your birth experience. Reach out to Gail for a free consultation if you're in the Metro Detroit area, and discover how professional birth support might be the missing piece in your journey to parenthood.

Check out Gail's website: www.rooted-doula.com or follow her on IG & FB for helpful birth and postpartum content @rooted_doula

You can also find Gail providing pregnant and new mom support at Livingston County's premiere holistic pe

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]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-16865028 Wed, 26 Mar 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2005 3 2 full false Unlocking the Mind-Body Connection: Transforming Childbirth, Intimacy, and Maternal Wellness with Dr. Samantha Vaive Unlocking the Mind-Body Connection: Transforming Childbirth, Intimacy, and Maternal Wellness with Dr. Samantha Vaive Send a text

Curious about how the mind-body connection can transform your childbirth experience? Dr. Samantha Vaive, an expert in childbirth psychology, uncovers the secrets of hypnobirthing and its surprising benefits beyond labor. From easing your dental anxiety to unraveling the societal myths of childbirth trauma, this episode promises to reshape your understanding of birth and mental health.

Join us as we navigate the terrain of postpartum intimacy, addressing the common pressures new parents face. Dr. Sam and I discuss the importance of honoring one's recovery journey and the power of setting boundaries. Discover creative ways to foster connection with your partner while healing physically and emotionally from birth and postpartum.

We also explore re the benefits and challenges of breastfeeding, the restorative power of prenatal yoga, how stress influences milk production and why sound therapy could be your new best friend in birth preparation. 

Our Guest
Samantha Vaive, PhD, founder of Sound Birthing LLC and creator of the Mind-Body, Birth approach, is an expert in childbirth psychology. Her doctoral research explored improving the childbirth experience and birth outcomes. She is passionate about making anxiety-free childbirth accessible to everyone and helping those who wish to, succeed in human milk feeding. She also holds a Master's in Social Work from the University of Denver with a graduate certificate in animal-assisted social work. As well as a postgraduate certificate in sex therapy and sexual health education from the University of Michigan.

In addition to traditional academic qualifications, she has completed more than 500 hours of Yoga teacher training. She is a Wind Willow Sound Health certified sound therapist, with additional sound therapy training completed through Sage Sound Academy and Dr. John Beaulieu.

She is deeply committed to social justice and has worked as both a political activist and elected official fighting systemic barriers. She sits on several boards in the community and volunteers at a wildlife rescue. She has been a potter for over 20 years and enjoys hiking in her free time.

You can learn more about Dr. Sam's offerings at her site, http://sound-birthing.com/ and by following her on socials @sound_birthing. Be s

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Curious about how the mind-body connection can transform your childbirth experience? Dr. Samantha Vaive, an expert in childbirth psychology, uncovers the secrets of hypnobirthing and its surprising benefits beyond labor. From easing your dental anxiety to unraveling the societal myths of childbirth trauma, this episode promises to reshape your understanding of birth and mental health.

Join us as we navigate the terrain of postpartum intimacy, addressing the common pressures new parents face. Dr. Sam and I discuss the importance of honoring one's recovery journey and the power of setting boundaries. Discover creative ways to foster connection with your partner while healing physically and emotionally from birth and postpartum.

We also explore re the benefits and challenges of breastfeeding, the restorative power of prenatal yoga, how stress influences milk production and why sound therapy could be your new best friend in birth preparation. 

Our Guest
Samantha Vaive, PhD, founder of Sound Birthing LLC and creator of the Mind-Body, Birth approach, is an expert in childbirth psychology. Her doctoral research explored improving the childbirth experience and birth outcomes. She is passionate about making anxiety-free childbirth accessible to everyone and helping those who wish to, succeed in human milk feeding. She also holds a Master's in Social Work from the University of Denver with a graduate certificate in animal-assisted social work. As well as a postgraduate certificate in sex therapy and sexual health education from the University of Michigan.

In addition to traditional academic qualifications, she has completed more than 500 hours of Yoga teacher training. She is a Wind Willow Sound Health certified sound therapist, with additional sound therapy training completed through Sage Sound Academy and Dr. John Beaulieu.

She is deeply committed to social justice and has worked as both a political activist and elected official fighting systemic barriers. She sits on several boards in the community and volunteers at a wildlife rescue. She has been a potter for over 20 years and enjoys hiking in her free time.

You can learn more about Dr. Sam's offerings at her site, http://sound-birthing.com/ and by following her on socials @sound_birthing. Be s

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]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-15883138 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 3143 3 1 full false Chiropractic Care for Moms and Babies: Easing Pregnancy, Birth, and Breastfeeding Challenges Chiropractic Care for Moms and Babies: Easing Pregnancy, Birth, and Breastfeeding Challenges Send a text

Did you know that chiropractic care can significantly ease common newborn and pregnancy challenges? On this episode of Spilling the Milk, we welcome Dr. Zora, a chiropractor with 13 years experience in the field and a passion for women's health, pregnancy, and pediatric care. She loves helping people be pain free and feel their best using all natural and holistic means. Since becoming a mother, she has shifted her focus to working with women and kids. She loves bringing awareness to how chiropractic care can help prepare mothers for an easier labor and birth and also help babies with some of the common things they experience such as colic, fussiness and latch issues.

In this episode you will learn how gentle adjustments can address newborn latch issues, jaw restrictions, and tongue ties, ensuring a smoother breastfeeding experience for both mom and baby. We also tackle the lesser-known causes of infant problems like flat head syndrome and colic and how early chiropractic assessments can make a difference.

Ever wondered how to make pregnancy more comfortable and labor more manageable? Discover how chiropractic care and prenatal yoga can be a game-changer for pregnant women. Dr. Zora discusses techniques like the Webster technique and muscle work, which balance the pelvis and alleviate pain, setting the stage for a smoother delivery. Complementing chiropractic care with prenatal yoga can help expectant moms tune into their bodies, manage discomfort, and prepare mentally and physically for labor. This holistic approach not only enhances physical health but also fosters a sense of empowerment throughout the pregnancy journey.

Lastly, we address the emotional and physical hurdles of breastfeeding, especially after an unexpected C-section. Sharing personal experiences, we highlight the importance of accurate diagnosis and support for breastfeeding mothers, emphasizing the impact of proper care on both the baby’s and the mother’s well-being. 

Follow Dr. Zora on Instagram: @drzora_lunachiropractic

Email: drzora.lunachiropractic@gmail.com

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Did you know that chiropractic care can significantly ease common newborn and pregnancy challenges? On this episode of Spilling the Milk, we welcome Dr. Zora, a chiropractor with 13 years experience in the field and a passion for women's health, pregnancy, and pediatric care. She loves helping people be pain free and feel their best using all natural and holistic means. Since becoming a mother, she has shifted her focus to working with women and kids. She loves bringing awareness to how chiropractic care can help prepare mothers for an easier labor and birth and also help babies with some of the common things they experience such as colic, fussiness and latch issues.

In this episode you will learn how gentle adjustments can address newborn latch issues, jaw restrictions, and tongue ties, ensuring a smoother breastfeeding experience for both mom and baby. We also tackle the lesser-known causes of infant problems like flat head syndrome and colic and how early chiropractic assessments can make a difference.

Ever wondered how to make pregnancy more comfortable and labor more manageable? Discover how chiropractic care and prenatal yoga can be a game-changer for pregnant women. Dr. Zora discusses techniques like the Webster technique and muscle work, which balance the pelvis and alleviate pain, setting the stage for a smoother delivery. Complementing chiropractic care with prenatal yoga can help expectant moms tune into their bodies, manage discomfort, and prepare mentally and physically for labor. This holistic approach not only enhances physical health but also fosters a sense of empowerment throughout the pregnancy journey.

Lastly, we address the emotional and physical hurdles of breastfeeding, especially after an unexpected C-section. Sharing personal experiences, we highlight the importance of accurate diagnosis and support for breastfeeding mothers, emphasizing the impact of proper care on both the baby’s and the mother’s well-being. 

Follow Dr. Zora on Instagram: @drzora_lunachiropractic

Email: drzora.lunachiropractic@gmail.com

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Podcast artwork for Seasons 1 & 2 by Staci Oswald aka my favorite designer EVER + mom of 2 bundles of boy energy. Music is Sprouting Leaves by Epidemic Sound found on Canva.

]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-15197468 Wed, 05 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400 3238 3 2 full false Birth Bliss: Preparing for an Empowered Birth with Marie Berwald Birth Bliss: Preparing for an Empowered Birth with Marie Berwald Send a text

My guest, Marie Berwald, has over twenty years as a yoga teacher and childbirth educator. Based on her experience, Marie Berwald has developed a prenatal program to help women reconnect to their innate wisdom in birthing. Weaving together breath, bio-hacks, visualization, relaxation and holistic tools, Marie believes every women deserves to feel empowered in her birthing experience.

In this episode we talk about:
-skills and practices you can develop during pregnancy that will help you find calm during birth and far beyond -- even in the dentist's chair!
-harnessing the power of your body's natural hormones to ease the journey of childbirth and postpartum recovery. Marie shares the roles of dopamine, endorphins, serotonin, and oxytocin, and how intentional practices like breast massage can lead to a more natural and intervention-free birthing experience. 
-Specific movements to aid fetal positioning and how the techniques from prenatal yoga can serve as crucial aids during breastfeeding and stressful situations postpartum

For moms-to-be looking for a blend of preparation and adaptability, this episode is a treasure trove of insights, offering a balanced perspective on navigating birth and early motherhood with grace and resilience.

Marie has provided listeners this Freebie: Guide to an Easier Birth: https://get.birthbliss.ca/bb/

And as a special bonus for Spilling the Milk listeners: after you get the guide to an easier birth, email Marie (marie.berwald@birthbliss.ca) and she’ll send you the breast massage meditation that she spoke about during the podcast! 

Follow Marie:

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/birth.bliss/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/birth_bliss/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarieBerwaldBirthBliss

TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@birthbliss

Find community inside her pregnancy group:

The Holistic Bump FB Group:

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Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding Chats is a production of Whole Mama Michigan, LLC. If you're looking for evidence-based information and support around fertility, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum, head to www.wholemamamichigan.com and join the email list to receive information on classes and services. And if you're local to Metro Detroit/Livingston County, come visit us at our first brick-and-mortar holistic perinatal wellness center opening spring 2025!!

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Podcast artwork for Seasons 1 & 2 by Staci Oswald aka my favorite designer EVER + mom of 2 bundles of boy energy. Music is Sprouting Leaves by Epidemic Sound found on Canva.

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My guest, Marie Berwald, has over twenty years as a yoga teacher and childbirth educator. Based on her experience, Marie Berwald has developed a prenatal program to help women reconnect to their innate wisdom in birthing. Weaving together breath, bio-hacks, visualization, relaxation and holistic tools, Marie believes every women deserves to feel empowered in her birthing experience.

In this episode we talk about:
-skills and practices you can develop during pregnancy that will help you find calm during birth and far beyond -- even in the dentist's chair!
-harnessing the power of your body's natural hormones to ease the journey of childbirth and postpartum recovery. Marie shares the roles of dopamine, endorphins, serotonin, and oxytocin, and how intentional practices like breast massage can lead to a more natural and intervention-free birthing experience. 
-Specific movements to aid fetal positioning and how the techniques from prenatal yoga can serve as crucial aids during breastfeeding and stressful situations postpartum

For moms-to-be looking for a blend of preparation and adaptability, this episode is a treasure trove of insights, offering a balanced perspective on navigating birth and early motherhood with grace and resilience.

Marie has provided listeners this Freebie: Guide to an Easier Birth: https://get.birthbliss.ca/bb/

And as a special bonus for Spilling the Milk listeners: after you get the guide to an easier birth, email Marie (marie.berwald@birthbliss.ca) and she’ll send you the breast massage meditation that she spoke about during the podcast! 

Follow Marie:

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/birth.bliss/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/birth_bliss/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarieBerwaldBirthBliss

TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@birthbliss

Find community inside her pregnancy group:

The Holistic Bump FB Group:

Support the show

Enjoying the show? Please consider supporting us in our mission to put out valuable content for pregnant and new mamas. Become a supporter

Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding Chats is a production of Whole Mama Michigan, LLC. If you're looking for evidence-based information and support around fertility, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum, head to www.wholemamamichigan.com and join the email list to receive information on classes and services. And if you're local to Metro Detroit/Livingston County, come visit us at our first brick-and-mortar holistic perinatal wellness center opening spring 2025!!

Feeling social? Follow us!
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If you'd like to be a guest and come Spill the Milk with Emily, please send an email to emily@empoweredbumpsandboobs.com. We'd love to have you :)

Podcast artwork for Seasons 1 & 2 by Staci Oswald aka my favorite designer EVER + mom of 2 bundles of boy energy. Music is Sprouting Leaves by Epidemic Sound found on Canva.

]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-14785796 Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2096 3 1 full true Surviving the Holiday Season with your Breastfeeding Bundle of Joy Surviving the Holiday Season with your Breastfeeding Bundle of Joy Send a text

Are you feeling overwhelmed about managing holiday gatherings with your breastfeeding baby? Fear not, we're here to help! In this solo episode of Spilling the Milk, Emily addresses  the challenges of balancing family traditions with the demands of a young, breastfeeding baby during the festive season. She shares tips on key topics such as alcohol consumption while breastfeeding, sticking to your baby's schedule, and handling unexpected events. Remember, it's okay to prioritize your little one's needs (and yours!) during these gatherings. Tune in for advice on managing expectations and navigating potential conflicts.

Having a new baby during the holidays doesn't mean you have to forgo the fun. In fact, it's the perfect time to start new traditions!  Setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and striking a balance between spending time with loved ones and tending to your baby are all important considerations. 

What did we miss? Head to @empoweredbumpsandboobs on Facebook or Instagram to share your own tips and advice for new parents. Let's make this holiday season memorable, for all the right reasons!

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Are you feeling overwhelmed about managing holiday gatherings with your breastfeeding baby? Fear not, we're here to help! In this solo episode of Spilling the Milk, Emily addresses  the challenges of balancing family traditions with the demands of a young, breastfeeding baby during the festive season. She shares tips on key topics such as alcohol consumption while breastfeeding, sticking to your baby's schedule, and handling unexpected events. Remember, it's okay to prioritize your little one's needs (and yours!) during these gatherings. Tune in for advice on managing expectations and navigating potential conflicts.

Having a new baby during the holidays doesn't mean you have to forgo the fun. In fact, it's the perfect time to start new traditions!  Setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and striking a balance between spending time with loved ones and tending to your baby are all important considerations. 

What did we miss? Head to @empoweredbumpsandboobs on Facebook or Instagram to share your own tips and advice for new parents. Let's make this holiday season memorable, for all the right reasons!

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Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding Chats is a production of Whole Mama Michigan, LLC. If you're looking for evidence-based information and support around fertility, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum, head to www.wholemamamichigan.com and join the email list to receive information on classes and services. And if you're local to Metro Detroit/Livingston County, come visit us at our first brick-and-mortar holistic perinatal wellness center opening spring 2025!!

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Podcast artwork for Seasons 1 & 2 by Staci Oswald aka my favorite designer EVER + mom of 2 bundles of boy energy. Music is Sprouting Leaves by Epidemic Sound found on Canva.

]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-14100948 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0500 979 2 11 full false Morgan - From Doula to Entrepreneur | If You Give a New Mom a Lactation Cookie Morgan - From Doula to Entrepreneur | If You Give a New Mom a Lactation Cookie Send a text

Ever wonder what a doula does and how lactation cookies can provide essential nourishment for new mothers? Tune in for an enlightening conversation with Morgan Everts, a doula, childbirth educator, and the founder of the Postpartum Pantry. Discover how her second pregnancy inspired her journey into the world of doula work and childbirth education and how she found her purpose in supporting new mothers.
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Morgan and I explore the crucial support system new moms need during the postpartum period that includes a nutritious diet, adequate hydration, and emotional support. We also discuss the significance of community circles for new parents and the lovely idea of offering nutritious snacks or drinks as gifts at baby showers. 

We also dive into:

  • Morgan's entrepreneurial journey and the birth of her company, the Postpartum Pantry.  
  • The power of emotional regulation in breastfeeding and how techniques like Hypnobirthing can assist both parents and babies during labor, birth, breastfeeding and beyond. 
  • The importance of prioritizing mental health in birthing and breastfeeding parents 

    Listen in for a nourishing discussion as deliciously packed as the lactation cookies from the Postpartum Pantry!

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Ever wonder what a doula does and how lactation cookies can provide essential nourishment for new mothers? Tune in for an enlightening conversation with Morgan Everts, a doula, childbirth educator, and the founder of the Postpartum Pantry. Discover how her second pregnancy inspired her journey into the world of doula work and childbirth education and how she found her purpose in supporting new mothers.
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Morgan and I explore the crucial support system new moms need during the postpartum period that includes a nutritious diet, adequate hydration, and emotional support. We also discuss the significance of community circles for new parents and the lovely idea of offering nutritious snacks or drinks as gifts at baby showers. 

We also dive into:

  • Morgan's entrepreneurial journey and the birth of her company, the Postpartum Pantry.  
  • The power of emotional regulation in breastfeeding and how techniques like Hypnobirthing can assist both parents and babies during labor, birth, breastfeeding and beyond. 
  • The importance of prioritizing mental health in birthing and breastfeeding parents 

    Listen in for a nourishing discussion as deliciously packed as the lactation cookies from the Postpartum Pantry!

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]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-13836184 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2526 2 10 full false Game-Changing Approach to Breast Pump Technology with Eva Nagy-Gannon Game-Changing Approach to Breast Pump Technology with Eva Nagy-Gannon Send a text

Imagine transforming the breastfeeding journey of millions of mothers worldwide - Eva Nagy-Gannan is on a mission to do exactly that. With a game-changing approach to breast pump technology, Eva shares her personal experience with breasts pumps that use sucking technology and how this ignited her mission to develop a breast pump that mirrors the natural action of a suckling baby. We discuss her revolutionary invention, the Calla wearable manual pump and its potential to empower mothers, offering them control, comfort, and a better pumping experience.

Eva and I also discuss some of the big takeaways and themes she's learned by interviewing many experts and moms on her Letdown Podcast. These include: 

  • the significance of a supportive environment for breastfeeding moms
  • the advertising messages that plants seeds of doubt about breastfeeding in new moms
  • the power of collaboration and resources in promoting successful breastfeeding
  • the benefits of a wearable breast pump

You can show your support for bringing this new pumping technology to market by  backing the Call wearable manual pump on Kickstarter! It's a simple action that could have a profound impact on the breastfeeding experience of new moms for generations to come. 

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Imagine transforming the breastfeeding journey of millions of mothers worldwide - Eva Nagy-Gannan is on a mission to do exactly that. With a game-changing approach to breast pump technology, Eva shares her personal experience with breasts pumps that use sucking technology and how this ignited her mission to develop a breast pump that mirrors the natural action of a suckling baby. We discuss her revolutionary invention, the Calla wearable manual pump and its potential to empower mothers, offering them control, comfort, and a better pumping experience.

Eva and I also discuss some of the big takeaways and themes she's learned by interviewing many experts and moms on her Letdown Podcast. These include: 

  • the significance of a supportive environment for breastfeeding moms
  • the advertising messages that plants seeds of doubt about breastfeeding in new moms
  • the power of collaboration and resources in promoting successful breastfeeding
  • the benefits of a wearable breast pump

You can show your support for bringing this new pumping technology to market by  backing the Call wearable manual pump on Kickstarter! It's a simple action that could have a profound impact on the breastfeeding experience of new moms for generations to come. 

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]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-13485155 Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2192 2 9 full false Cara T - Navigating Parenthood, Breastfeeding, and the COVID Generation: A Collaborative Approach Cara T - Navigating Parenthood, Breastfeeding, and the COVID Generation: A Collaborative Approach Send a text

How do you navigate the challenges of parenting and breastfeeding while keeping your sanity intact? Join us as we welcome Cara Tyrell, founder of Core 4 Parenting and conscious parenting coach, as she shares her passion for advocating for the "COVID generation" of kids and her unique approach to collaborative parenting.

In our heartfelt conversation, we delve into Cara's emotional breastfeeding journey, starting with the heartbreaking experience of managing her mother's milk after her first daughter was stillborn. We discuss the importance of fostering a strong connection with our children from the very beginning, setting the foundation for their social and emotional growth. We also explore the challenges Cara faced when breastfeeding her second daughter and the difficult decision she had to make for her own well-being.

Beyond the personal stories, we dive into a range of topics, from empowering children through celebrating their successes to navigating the digital age and supporting the COVID generation. Cara offers practical tips and strategies for collaborating with our kids and fostering a sense of pride and motivation in them. Tune in to gain insight into how we can better connect with our children and support their growth and development.

About our guest:
Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed, a Vermont based Early Childhood Educator, Conscious Parenting Coach, and the founder of Core4Parenting. She is the passionate mastermind behind the Collaborative Parenting Methodology(™), a birth-to-five, soul and science based framework that empowers parents to maximize their child’s early learning while raising fantastic human beings who succeed in school and life. While teaching preschool and Kindergarten, she noticed her students knew their ABC’s and 123’s, but struggled with their social, emotional, and interpersonal skills. At drop off, parents would say, “We’re so glad that you are their first teacher”, but she knew she wasn’t -- their parents were! This realization led to her professional pivot as an online Early Childhood Parent Educator and Coach.

Visit www.caratyrrell.com/bio to begin your Collaborative Parenting journey and download her FREE guide: 5 Mindful Mantras for Managing Toddler Meltdowns

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How do you navigate the challenges of parenting and breastfeeding while keeping your sanity intact? Join us as we welcome Cara Tyrell, founder of Core 4 Parenting and conscious parenting coach, as she shares her passion for advocating for the "COVID generation" of kids and her unique approach to collaborative parenting.

In our heartfelt conversation, we delve into Cara's emotional breastfeeding journey, starting with the heartbreaking experience of managing her mother's milk after her first daughter was stillborn. We discuss the importance of fostering a strong connection with our children from the very beginning, setting the foundation for their social and emotional growth. We also explore the challenges Cara faced when breastfeeding her second daughter and the difficult decision she had to make for her own well-being.

Beyond the personal stories, we dive into a range of topics, from empowering children through celebrating their successes to navigating the digital age and supporting the COVID generation. Cara offers practical tips and strategies for collaborating with our kids and fostering a sense of pride and motivation in them. Tune in to gain insight into how we can better connect with our children and support their growth and development.

About our guest:
Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed, a Vermont based Early Childhood Educator, Conscious Parenting Coach, and the founder of Core4Parenting. She is the passionate mastermind behind the Collaborative Parenting Methodology(™), a birth-to-five, soul and science based framework that empowers parents to maximize their child’s early learning while raising fantastic human beings who succeed in school and life. While teaching preschool and Kindergarten, she noticed her students knew their ABC’s and 123’s, but struggled with their social, emotional, and interpersonal skills. At drop off, parents would say, “We’re so glad that you are their first teacher”, but she knew she wasn’t -- their parents were! This realization led to her professional pivot as an online Early Childhood Parent Educator and Coach.

Visit www.caratyrrell.com/bio to begin your Collaborative Parenting journey and download her FREE guide: 5 Mindful Mantras for Managing Toddler Meltdowns

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]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-13037193 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0400 3214 2 8 full false Jenn - TIghten Your Tinkler, Uplevel Your Breastfeeding Posture, and Be Kind to Your Postpartum Body Jenn - TIghten Your Tinkler, Uplevel Your Breastfeeding Posture, and Be Kind to Your Postpartum Body Send a text

My guest today is Jenn Lormand, a Orleans mama of three boys living and thriving with Stage 2 prolapse, an Exercise Physiologist and an author. Known together as the “Tinkler ladies”, Jenn and her business partner, Christina Walsh, have a combined 36 years of experience supporting women through prolapse, diastasis recti, and more. The Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy featured their holistic protocol that helps women relieve pelvic floor issues (think no more pee leaks, back pain, or painful sex) WITHOUT kegels or internal vaginal devices. Today, Jenn is on a mission to show more mamas what’s possible for their health while honoring their dignity, time, and season of life.

In addition to sharing her personal experience with birth injury and breastfeeding, Jenn drops some super valuable knowledge bombs on Breastfeeding Ergonomics.

  • She shares the number one positioning mistake Jenn sees nursing moms make that causes more pee leaks, urgency, and other pelvic floor problems.
  • She discusses how lack of shoulder stability from improper technique can lead to the dreaded “neck hump” and/or rotator cuff injuries.
  • She shares three easy-to-implement techniques moms can start using today to correct their feeding posture (plus how moms should hold their phone to prevent a rounding of their back).

Jenn did not come to the podcast empty-handed, in fact, she has SO MUCH for you, dear listener.

Use Coupon code SPILLTHEMILK for $50 off your purchase of either Healing from Home or their Signature Program, learn more at their website.. And you CAN pay with your HSA or FSA card if that’s helpful!

Download these awesome free resources today:


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My guest today is Jenn Lormand, a Orleans mama of three boys living and thriving with Stage 2 prolapse, an Exercise Physiologist and an author. Known together as the “Tinkler ladies”, Jenn and her business partner, Christina Walsh, have a combined 36 years of experience supporting women through prolapse, diastasis recti, and more. The Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy featured their holistic protocol that helps women relieve pelvic floor issues (think no more pee leaks, back pain, or painful sex) WITHOUT kegels or internal vaginal devices. Today, Jenn is on a mission to show more mamas what’s possible for their health while honoring their dignity, time, and season of life.

In addition to sharing her personal experience with birth injury and breastfeeding, Jenn drops some super valuable knowledge bombs on Breastfeeding Ergonomics.

  • She shares the number one positioning mistake Jenn sees nursing moms make that causes more pee leaks, urgency, and other pelvic floor problems.
  • She discusses how lack of shoulder stability from improper technique can lead to the dreaded “neck hump” and/or rotator cuff injuries.
  • She shares three easy-to-implement techniques moms can start using today to correct their feeding posture (plus how moms should hold their phone to prevent a rounding of their back).

Jenn did not come to the podcast empty-handed, in fact, she has SO MUCH for you, dear listener.

Use Coupon code SPILLTHEMILK for $50 off your purchase of either Healing from Home or their Signature Program, learn more at their website.. And you CAN pay with your HSA or FSA card if that’s helpful!

Download these awesome free resources today:


Support the show

Enjoying the show? Please consider supporting us in our mission to put out valuable content for pregnant and new mamas. Become a supporter

Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding Chats is a production of Whole Mama Michigan, LLC. If you're looking for evidence-based information and support around fertility, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum, head to www.wholemamamichigan.com and join the email list to receive information on classes and services. And if you're local to Metro Detroit/Livingston County, come visit us at our first brick-and-mortar holistic perinatal wellness center opening spring 2025!!

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Podcast artwork for Seasons 1 & 2 by Staci Oswald aka my favorite designer EVER + mom of 2 bundles of boy energy. Music is Sprouting Leaves by Epidemic Sound found on Canva.

]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-12823043 Wed, 10 May 2023 13:00:00 -0400 2474 2 7 full false Kortney - Pumping on a Teacher's Schedule Kortney - Pumping on a Teacher's Schedule Send a text

My guest is Kortney Ross, a mom of two littles who recently left her career as a full-time band director and teacher for freelance instructional design. That's how we met! We are both part of the Instructional Design community at www.idlance.com.

Kortney specializes in empowering parents through customized learning solutions and courses.  Schedule a free consultation call to discover how she can partner with you to create a course parents will love or to see how she can help your business support and retain hard-working parents. Check out her website at RossLearningSolutions.com to learn more about her and her work.

Calendly link: https://calendly.com/rosslearning/30min


In this episode Kortney shares her experience with:
-having a baby right before COVID lockdowns
-the difference between breastfeeding baby 1 and baby 2
-the importance of talking about and getting help for pelvic pain postpartum.
-the choices moms make to prioritize family time
-trying to fit in pumping as a teacher (where it's hard enough to find time to pee and/or eat lunch...)
-recurrent mastitis (the worst!)
-and so much more.

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Podcast artwork for Seasons 1 & 2 by Staci Oswald aka my favorite designer EVER + mom of 2 bundles of boy energy. Music is Sprouting Leaves by Epidemic Sound found on Canva.

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My guest is Kortney Ross, a mom of two littles who recently left her career as a full-time band director and teacher for freelance instructional design. That's how we met! We are both part of the Instructional Design community at www.idlance.com.

Kortney specializes in empowering parents through customized learning solutions and courses.  Schedule a free consultation call to discover how she can partner with you to create a course parents will love or to see how she can help your business support and retain hard-working parents. Check out her website at RossLearningSolutions.com to learn more about her and her work.

Calendly link: https://calendly.com/rosslearning/30min


In this episode Kortney shares her experience with:
-having a baby right before COVID lockdowns
-the difference between breastfeeding baby 1 and baby 2
-the importance of talking about and getting help for pelvic pain postpartum.
-the choices moms make to prioritize family time
-trying to fit in pumping as a teacher (where it's hard enough to find time to pee and/or eat lunch...)
-recurrent mastitis (the worst!)
-and so much more.

Support the show

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Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding Chats is a production of Whole Mama Michigan, LLC. If you're looking for evidence-based information and support around fertility, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum, head to www.wholemamamichigan.com and join the email list to receive information on classes and services. And if you're local to Metro Detroit/Livingston County, come visit us at our first brick-and-mortar holistic perinatal wellness center opening spring 2025!!

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Podcast artwork for Seasons 1 & 2 by Staci Oswald aka my favorite designer EVER + mom of 2 bundles of boy energy. Music is Sprouting Leaves by Epidemic Sound found on Canva.

]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-12735298 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1761 2 6 full false Carolyn - Rest & Nutrition Tips from a Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Practitioner Carolyn - Rest & Nutrition Tips from a Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Practitioner Send a text

My guest is Carolyn LaPan, a Masters level psychologist and Certified Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Practitioner. Carolyn and I connected in our local Holistic Networking Group and have been collaborating on ways to combine forces in support of women’s health. She is passionate about gut health, hormone health, and longevity, as well as eating for the seasons, with whole food, plant-based recipes. Carolyn has contributed her expertise to Breastfeeding Bootcamp and runs her own individual and group coaching programs @satori_cl. 


In this episode, we cover a lot! Some topics include:

  • Tongue tie 
  • Strategies for fitting in restorative rest when caring for a newborn
  • How to think about nutrition when breastfeeding
  • Importance of movement postpartum
  • Importance of mental health postpartum
  • Difference between carbs that spike blood sugar and those that provide longer-lasting energy

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond. 

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Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding Chats is a production of Whole Mama Michigan, LLC. If you're looking for evidence-based information and support around fertility, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum, head to www.wholemamamichigan.com and join the email list to receive information on classes and services. And if you're local to Metro Detroit/Livingston County, come visit us at our first brick-and-mortar holistic perinatal wellness center opening spring 2025!!

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Podcast artwork for Seasons 1 & 2 by Staci Oswald aka my favorite designer EVER + mom of 2 bundles of boy energy. Music is Sprouting Leaves by Epidemic Sound found on Canva.

]]> Send a text

My guest is Carolyn LaPan, a Masters level psychologist and Certified Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Practitioner. Carolyn and I connected in our local Holistic Networking Group and have been collaborating on ways to combine forces in support of women’s health. She is passionate about gut health, hormone health, and longevity, as well as eating for the seasons, with whole food, plant-based recipes. Carolyn has contributed her expertise to Breastfeeding Bootcamp and runs her own individual and group coaching programs @satori_cl. 


In this episode, we cover a lot! Some topics include:

  • Tongue tie 
  • Strategies for fitting in restorative rest when caring for a newborn
  • How to think about nutrition when breastfeeding
  • Importance of movement postpartum
  • Importance of mental health postpartum
  • Difference between carbs that spike blood sugar and those that provide longer-lasting energy

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond. 

Support the show

Enjoying the show? Please consider supporting us in our mission to put out valuable content for pregnant and new mamas. Become a supporter

Spilling the Milk: Breastfeeding Chats is a production of Whole Mama Michigan, LLC. If you're looking for evidence-based information and support around fertility, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum, head to www.wholemamamichigan.com and join the email list to receive information on classes and services. And if you're local to Metro Detroit/Livingston County, come visit us at our first brick-and-mortar holistic perinatal wellness center opening spring 2025!!

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Podcast artwork for Seasons 1 & 2 by Staci Oswald aka my favorite designer EVER + mom of 2 bundles of boy energy. Music is Sprouting Leaves by Epidemic Sound found on Canva.

]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-12607652 Fri, 07 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1976 breastfeeding, pregnancy, postpartum, new mom, breastfeeding support, functional nutrition, holistic health, women's health 2 5 full false Adrian - Insights From an IBCLC and Mom of 5 Adrian - Insights From an IBCLC and Mom of 5 Send a text

My guest is Adrian Fear, IBCLC, owner of Huron River Lactation and mom of 5. Her breastfeeding journey started out with round the clock finger feeding(!) that eventually led to successful breastfeeding. And coming full circle she now helps other new moms in the metro Detroit area navigate breastfeeding challenges and set them on a path to meet their breastfeeding goals. If you'd like to see our conversation, and all of the goodies Adrian pulls out of her Mary Poppins bag, head to YouTube to view the video version of the conversation. 

We cover a LOT of ground, including:

  • Finger feeding
  • How to fit a pump flange
  • Weighted feeds
  • Lactation Consultant services
  • Adrian's running streak, which was NOT broken when she birthed her fifth baby at home (you read that correctly!)
  • Establishing milk supply
  • Supplementation
  • Oversupply
  • Pumping

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond. Subscribe to our newsletter!
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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Podcast artwork for Seasons 1 & 2 by Staci Oswald aka my favorite designer EVER + mom of 2 bundles of boy energy. Music is Sprouting Leaves by Epidemic Sound found on Canva.

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My guest is Adrian Fear, IBCLC, owner of Huron River Lactation and mom of 5. Her breastfeeding journey started out with round the clock finger feeding(!) that eventually led to successful breastfeeding. And coming full circle she now helps other new moms in the metro Detroit area navigate breastfeeding challenges and set them on a path to meet their breastfeeding goals. If you'd like to see our conversation, and all of the goodies Adrian pulls out of her Mary Poppins bag, head to YouTube to view the video version of the conversation. 

We cover a LOT of ground, including:

  • Finger feeding
  • How to fit a pump flange
  • Weighted feeds
  • Lactation Consultant services
  • Adrian's running streak, which was NOT broken when she birthed her fifth baby at home (you read that correctly!)
  • Establishing milk supply
  • Supplementation
  • Oversupply
  • Pumping

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]]> Buzzsprout-12430365 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 19:00:00 -0400 2891 2 3 full false Liezl - New Mom in a New Country Liezl - New Mom in a New Country Send a text

My guest is Liezl, who has a 3 year old girl and 10 month old boy. She is originally from the Philippines, had her babies in California, and now lives in snowy, cold Michigan. 

If you’ve ever stayed home with a baby, or a baby and a toddler, much of what she shares will sound familiar. Liezl is very honest as she shares what it feels like to be trapped inside with two little ones while husband is away for work and she cannot drive. 


Birth
She also shares about her two very different births:

  • Premature birth of her daughter
  • C-section with her son
  • Feeling upset with how birth was managed by health care providers

Milk Supply
Liezl mentions that in Filipino culture, it is common for women to use malunggay leaves to increase milk production. This supplement is called Moringa in the US, and there are studies supporting its use as a galactagogue (milk supply-boosting supplement).


Mental Health
Liezl shares how she felt postpartum and how she manages her mental health. 


Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
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My guest is Liezl, who has a 3 year old girl and 10 month old boy. She is originally from the Philippines, had her babies in California, and now lives in snowy, cold Michigan. 

If you’ve ever stayed home with a baby, or a baby and a toddler, much of what she shares will sound familiar. Liezl is very honest as she shares what it feels like to be trapped inside with two little ones while husband is away for work and she cannot drive. 


Birth
She also shares about her two very different births:

  • Premature birth of her daughter
  • C-section with her son
  • Feeling upset with how birth was managed by health care providers

Milk Supply
Liezl mentions that in Filipino culture, it is common for women to use malunggay leaves to increase milk production. This supplement is called Moringa in the US, and there are studies supporting its use as a galactagogue (milk supply-boosting supplement).


Mental Health
Liezl shares how she felt postpartum and how she manages her mental health. 


Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond. Subscribe to our newsletter!
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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]]> Emily Stone, Empowered Bumps & Boobs Buzzsprout-12392644 Tue, 07 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0500 1749 2 2 full false Stacie B - Exclusive Pumping in a Pandemic Stacie B - Exclusive Pumping in a Pandemic Send a text

My guest is Stacie, a wife, mom, and current clinical year Physician Assistant student (who will be certified in August!). She had her daughter, Eleanor, in March 2020 just as the US was going into lockdown. This episode was recorded when her baby was 7 months old.

In our conversation we discuss Stacie’s success with Exclusive Pumping, juggling PA school and new parenthood, the isolation of having a newborn during quarantine, storing breastmilk at family and friends’ houses, mastitis, nipple cream, DIY nursing bras, and the importance of no judgment when it comes to how each mom feeds her baby.

Resources
Stacie references the Pump Log app, which she found incredibly helpful.

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
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My guest is Stacie, a wife, mom, and current clinical year Physician Assistant student (who will be certified in August!). She had her daughter, Eleanor, in March 2020 just as the US was going into lockdown. This episode was recorded when her baby was 7 months old.

In our conversation we discuss Stacie’s success with Exclusive Pumping, juggling PA school and new parenthood, the isolation of having a newborn during quarantine, storing breastmilk at family and friends’ houses, mastitis, nipple cream, DIY nursing bras, and the importance of no judgment when it comes to how each mom feeds her baby.

Resources
Stacie references the Pump Log app, which she found incredibly helpful.

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond. Subscribe to our newsletter!
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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]]> Emily Stone, Learning Tailor LLC Buzzsprout-8500012 Tue, 11 May 2021 11:00:00 -0400 1850 pumping, exclusive pumping, no judgement, Pump Log, pandemic 2 1 full false Beth H - Getting Baby to Sleep Beth H - Getting Baby to Sleep Send a text

In this episode we focus on a topic intricately tied to breastfeeding and new parenthood -- getting your baby to sleep (and getting enough sleep yourself!)

Beth Hawkins is a UK-based BabySleepTheNight qualified child sleep consultant and a Mum who can talk from the heart about struggles with her own family's sleep challenges. For Mums and Dads wanting to make a change, she offers practical advice, bespoke sleep plans, and emotional support. 

You can learn more about Beth's services, including upcoming workshops, at https://www.starrynightsbabysleep.com.
She's also posts helpful baby sleep content on Instagram @starry_nights_baby_sleep



Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond. Subscribe to our newsletter!
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In this episode we focus on a topic intricately tied to breastfeeding and new parenthood -- getting your baby to sleep (and getting enough sleep yourself!)

Beth Hawkins is a UK-based BabySleepTheNight qualified child sleep consultant and a Mum who can talk from the heart about struggles with her own family's sleep challenges. For Mums and Dads wanting to make a change, she offers practical advice, bespoke sleep plans, and emotional support. 

You can learn more about Beth's services, including upcoming workshops, at https://www.starrynightsbabysleep.com.
She's also posts helpful baby sleep content on Instagram @starry_nights_baby_sleep



Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond. Subscribe to our newsletter!
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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]]> Buzzsprout-6518716 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:00:00 -0500 2146 1 5 full false Sarah - It's the Best Thing I've Done Sarah - It's the Best Thing I've Done Send a text

In this episode we hear from Sarah who says breastfeeding her children is the best thing she's done. We talk about how she flexed her work life to accommodate breastfeeding on demand, her feelings toward pumping (spoiler alert: she's not a fan), how to ignore misguided advice, the revelation that one can treat mastitis without antibiotics (and how the baby can actually save you), her experience nursing in-flight and her overall advice to be patient with yourself.

Sarah is a mom of two active, sweet boys, Oliver (4) and Jack (2.5), and runs her own family law practice in Montana. She and her husband are currently living a real life version of “Flip or Flop” as they renovate their new home together.

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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In this episode we hear from Sarah who says breastfeeding her children is the best thing she's done. We talk about how she flexed her work life to accommodate breastfeeding on demand, her feelings toward pumping (spoiler alert: she's not a fan), how to ignore misguided advice, the revelation that one can treat mastitis without antibiotics (and how the baby can actually save you), her experience nursing in-flight and her overall advice to be patient with yourself.

Sarah is a mom of two active, sweet boys, Oliver (4) and Jack (2.5), and runs her own family law practice in Montana. She and her husband are currently living a real life version of “Flip or Flop” as they renovate their new home together.

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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]]> Emily Stone, Learning Tailor LLC Buzzsprout-5604016 Fri, 25 Sep 2020 14:00:00 -0400 1934 1 4 full false Holly J - Tandem Nursing & Supporting High-Risk Families Holly J - Tandem Nursing & Supporting High-Risk Families Send a text

Holly is a mom of 3, two boys (8 & 10) and a 4 year old girl who can do just about anything her brothers can…while wearing a princess dress. Holly is passionate about her work through Parents as Teachers, where she visits with families to make sure that all children will learn, grow, and develop to realize their full potential. She is also a “Happier in Hollywood” fan, which is how we connected!

We discuss oversupply, cabbage leaves, Baby Led Weaning, tandem nursing, supporting at-risk moms and families, WIC peer counselors, the secret recipe for breastfeeding (spoiler alert: there are only two ingredients), kissing baby foreheads, and mom guilt related to having a second baby.

Resources
Parents as Teachers website
Information on becoming a WIC Peer Counselor
An explanation of Baby-Led Weaning

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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]]> Send a text

Holly is a mom of 3, two boys (8 & 10) and a 4 year old girl who can do just about anything her brothers can…while wearing a princess dress. Holly is passionate about her work through Parents as Teachers, where she visits with families to make sure that all children will learn, grow, and develop to realize their full potential. She is also a “Happier in Hollywood” fan, which is how we connected!

We discuss oversupply, cabbage leaves, Baby Led Weaning, tandem nursing, supporting at-risk moms and families, WIC peer counselors, the secret recipe for breastfeeding (spoiler alert: there are only two ingredients), kissing baby foreheads, and mom guilt related to having a second baby.

Resources
Parents as Teachers website
Information on becoming a WIC Peer Counselor
An explanation of Baby-Led Weaning

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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]]> Emily Stone, Learning Tailor LLC Buzzsprout-5286741 Thu, 03 Sep 2020 19:00:00 -0400 1433 tandem breastfeeding, wic, baby led weaning, nursing, high-risk moms, happier in hollywood 1 3 full false Lauren - Lip Tie Surprise Lauren - Lip Tie Surprise Send a text

My guest is Lauren, a wife and mom of two little girls, Elliana who is 2 ½ and Charlotte who is 7 months old. She is also a social worker who works with adults with developmental disabilities and is trying to balance it all, just like everyone else.

We discuss painful nursing in the beginning, the barriers to meeting with a lactation consultant (emotional, mental, and logistics), finding out two years later that baby has a lip tie, comparing baby 2 to baby 1 and the guilt that comes with that, the amazing Haakaa (with lid!), dwindling supply, and more.

Resources
Information on Lip Tie, Tongue Tie & Revision from the International Breastfeeding Center
Haakaa Silicone Pump with Cap (as recommended by Lauren/affiliate link)

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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My guest is Lauren, a wife and mom of two little girls, Elliana who is 2 ½ and Charlotte who is 7 months old. She is also a social worker who works with adults with developmental disabilities and is trying to balance it all, just like everyone else.

We discuss painful nursing in the beginning, the barriers to meeting with a lactation consultant (emotional, mental, and logistics), finding out two years later that baby has a lip tie, comparing baby 2 to baby 1 and the guilt that comes with that, the amazing Haakaa (with lid!), dwindling supply, and more.

Resources
Information on Lip Tie, Tongue Tie & Revision from the International Breastfeeding Center
Haakaa Silicone Pump with Cap (as recommended by Lauren/affiliate link)

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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]]> Produced by Emily Stone, Learning Tailor LLC Buzzsprout-5178004 Thu, 27 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0400 1536 tongue tie, breastfeeding, haaka 1 2 full false Beth T - Comparing Yourself to Others Beth T - Comparing Yourself to Others Send a text

In this episode we touch on the influence of other people's attitudes and experiences with breastfeeding, the horror of dumping or spilling pumped milk, and how to nicely tell people to "get out of my house; I need to feed my baby."

My guest is Dr. Beth Trammell, PhD, HSPP, an author, speaker, psychologist, creator of Make Words Matter, Associate Professor of Psychology at Indiana University East, as well as a mother of four. You can learn more about her work at MakeWordsMatterForGood.com.

Credits
Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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In this episode we touch on the influence of other people's attitudes and experiences with breastfeeding, the horror of dumping or spilling pumped milk, and how to nicely tell people to "get out of my house; I need to feed my baby."

My guest is Dr. Beth Trammell, PhD, HSPP, an author, speaker, psychologist, creator of Make Words Matter, Associate Professor of Psychology at Indiana University East, as well as a mother of four. You can learn more about her work at MakeWordsMatterForGood.com.

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Podcast artwork by Staci Oswald Creative - logos, branding, and photography
Produced by Empowered Bumps & Boobs - modern, holistic support & education for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Music - "Playdate" by The Great North Sound Society

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