Broadcasts.com - "Better Breastfeeding, Latching Logic, and Tongue Ties With Dr. Erin Appleton" (The Wellness Mama Podcast)

Published: Aug. 2, 2023, 9 a.m.

Episode Highlights With Dr. Erin

How she got into breastfeeding medicine and researching the microbiome\\xa0
The difference in microbiome from vaginal and cesarean and how to optimize each
Important bacteria that is now missing from many people's microbiome that is very important for babies and that c-section babies don\\u2019t get at all
How breastfeeding provides important prebiotics and probiotics
Why latching is a big issue for many breastfeeding relationships\\xa0
How lip and tongue ties impact breastfeeding and can cause issues for mom and baby
Why lip ties are often over-diagnosed but tongue ties can be under-diagnosed\\xa0
The golden hour after birth for getting milk production started
Factors that affect supply and what to do about low supply
The fascinating science of how mom and baby's bodies interact and how the mom's milk supply adapts to exactly what the baby needs
What triple feeding is and if she ever recommends it
How mom can protect her own mental health during breastfeeding and how partners and family can be supportive\\xa0
Why mastitis is often misunderstood and poorly treated\\xa0
Helpful supplements for postpartum and breastfeeding and supplements to avoid

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