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  • Today on the Milk Minute we wanted to give a nod to all of our breastfeeding friends who are dating and doing their best to find a balance as a single parent. This shit ain’t easy and no one is talking about it. Heather became a single parent when her first child was 10 months old and he had self-weaned. However, dating with an infant was extremely challenging. Add breastfeeding onto that and it’s a whole new level. We wanted to read some stories of brave listeners who dated and lactated at the same time and give you a glimpse into that world. Enjoy!

    This concludes our season of Milk Minute Podcast. Don't worry, we'll be back in August! If there's something specific that you want us to work on or some episode that you want us to do, you can email us directly at [email protected]

    THANK YOU to our newest Patrons: Keely Turner, Taylor Bokey, Lucy Phillips, and Alison Nussear!

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  • Can you reduce the risk of breast cancer by breastfeeding? Today on the Milk Minute we talk about breastfeeding, breast cancer, and what the science says about their correlation. While it's wonderful that so many of us make self-less choices as parents, we also want to tell you that it’s okay to consider the benefits to you, your body, and your life when deciding what to do with and for your children. Tune in to learn more!

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    Listener question: If frozen breastmilk has been against ice packs all day and still has some frozen parts, can I refreeze it?

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  • Today on the Milk Minute we're sharing all of Heather's struggles when it comes to storing milk at daycare and life with baby while also running a business. You read that right. The CNM, IBCLC, and founder of a breastfeeding business and podcast still struggles when it comes to lactation and life with a newborn. Both Maureen and Heather know the struggle of balancing work, life, and keeping their little ones fed and happy.

    Let's face it, dropping your baby off with someone else can be tough. We're here to normalize those feelings of guilt or hopelessness and offer up some tips for making the daycare transition a little bit easier.

    So whether you're a first-time mom or a seasoned pro, grab a cup of coffee (or let's be real, a glass of wine) and join us as we laugh, cry, and navigate this crazy journey called motherhood together. Because when it comes to breastfeeding, milk storage, and daycare dilemmas, we've got your back. Here's to embracing the chaos and finding beauty in the struggle, one Milk Minute at a time.

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    THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRONS, Elizabeth Perry and Gianna from PA

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    Busy Moms Heathcare - Heather’s business has expanded to meet all of your needs! They are the women’s hub for lactation consults, women's health, primary care, and IV therapies. Call 304-212-5663 today for an appointment or visit BreastfeedingforBusyMoms.comAeroflow – 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: I am looking for the best tricks and tips for relactation.

    Mentioned in this episode:
    Ep 109 - Formula Shortage and Relactation

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  • Today on the Milk Minute we explore melatonin and breastfeeding. Melatonin is fascinating and supplementation with this sleep hormone has been a random focus of Maureen's. We'd like to dig deep into what it is and how it works in the body before we talk about its safety with breastfeeding. Buckle up.

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    THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRONS, Kate Pena and Samantha Roberts!

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    Listener question: If I had high lipase with my first baby, will I have it again?

    Mentioned in this episode
    Ep. 31- Vitamin D: How to supplement and Why we need to
    West Virginia State Legislature: West Virginia Legislature
    Kayla Young, TikTok: Kayla Young's Creator Profile

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  • Join Maureen and Heather on the Milk Minute as we chat with Kim Hawley, IBCLC, of Intuitive Parenting, about unlocking better sleep for parents and babies. From gentle sleep training methods to optimizing breastfeeding practices for better sleep, Kim provides practical tips and compassionate guidance for navigating the often stressful journey of parenting a newborn. Whether you're a sleep-deprived parent looking for help or an expectant parent doing your research, this episode promises to be a valuable resource!

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    THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRONS, Michelle from Colorado, Rachel T, and Maya from Toronto Canada!

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    Busy Moms Heathcare - Heather’s business has expanded to meet all of your needs! They are the women’s hub for lactation consults, women's health, primary care, and IV therapies. Call 304-212-5663 today for an appointment or visit.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!

    Listener Question: Do formula-fed babies sleep longer, sooner?

    Get in touch with Kim Hawley:
    Website: Intuitive Parenting DC
    Instagram | Facebook | Podcast

    Previous Episodes Mentioned:
    Ep. 127 – Rice Cereal: A cautionary tale
    Ep. 117 – Bedsharing & Breast Sleeping Part 1
    Ep. 118 – Bedsharing & Breast Sleeping Part 2

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  • Today on the Milk Minute, Maureen and Heather reunite with one of their favorite people in the breastfeeding world, Lisa Myers, Founder and CEO of Ceres Chill. If you've been listening to the Milk Minute, you already know how much they love Ceres Chill and all it's done to improve the lives of breastfeeding mothers everywhere.

    Listen in as they reminisce about old memories and celebrate how far Ceres Chill has come, including exciting updates about patents and innovations.

    Grab your Ceres Chiller or Milkstache HERE and as always, enter promo code MILKMINUTE15 for 15% off!

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    Mentioned in this episode:
    Weary breastfeeding, working moms
    Sustainable parenting
    Femtech is on the rise
    Ceres Chill is Femtech
    Adding warm milk to chilled milk
    Human Milk Institute
    GoodBuy Gear

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  • 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!

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    THANKS TO OUR NEW PATRONS, Michelle from Colorado, Rachel T, and Maya from Toronto Canada!

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    Busy 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 episode
    Home - ICAP International Consortium of Ankylofrenula Professionals

    Connect with Lisa:

    Website: www.TongueTieExperts.net
    Instagram @TongueTieExperts | Facebook
    Free Download: Preparing for Frenotomy Day

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  • 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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    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 Grace

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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!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 Moms
    Follow her on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

    Mentioned in this episode:
    Buy Default
    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.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!

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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!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_MINUTE

    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: [email protected]

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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!

    THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSORS

    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.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 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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    Highland 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, 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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    Highland 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_MINUTE

    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.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!

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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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    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.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 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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    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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  • 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.

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    Listener Question: Would it be bad to dry up my supply with Sudafed?

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    Mentioned in this episode:
    Ep. 43 - Cold and Flu Medications while Breastfeeding
    Ep. 84- Let's Talk Nipple Shields!
    The bathroom bird episode: Getting Baby Back to the Breast: Nursing strikes and breast refusal

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  • 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.

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    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 Supply

    Sources:
    Physician Guide to Breastfeeding
    Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Clinical Protocol #36:
    The Mastitis Spectrum, Revised 2022

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  • 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.

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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!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 Bottle

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