Ep 06: The Latching Journey: From Painful Tears to Intuitive Trust
Today I'm chatting with Katie, who shares her personal struggle with latching, and the frustration and tears which led to trusting herself. We also shed light on the critical role of support systems and the overlooked aspects of breastfeeding, such as the implications of tongue ties on a child's development, and the damage caused by dismissive attitudes of medical professionals who lack understanding of common issues that new mothers face with breastfeeding.
Episode Highlights:
(0:01:45) Katie shares how she experienced immediate pain with getting her baby to latch, and saw three different lactation consultants who gave the advice to "grab and squish" the breast with your hand and shove it in the baby's mouth
(0:07:36) We discuss the challenges encountered during breastfeeding, and why it's important to work with a lactation expert early in the process
(0:14:08) Katie's dedication to pumping for a year, and celebrating her personal accomplishments in feeding her baby, rather than adhering to the pressure of "breast is best"
Do you have a story to tell?
If your breastfeeding experience has been transformative for you and you'd like to share it with others, then please let us know! We're always looking for new stories to let other people know what's possible. Just send your name and a short overview of your journey, or even just your words of wisdom for new parents.
Also, if you need support and want to connect with other parents who understand what you're going through, check out the Nourished Young Community so we can help support you on your journey.
Visit www.nourishedyoung.com to learn more.
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