Bonus Episode: Milk Making, Breastfeeding and Lactation Support in the Hospital Setting with Katie of Child Life on Call

On today's Bonus episode of the podcast, Katie of Child Life on Call interviews Lo, certified IBCLC Lactation Consultant and Host of The Milk Making Minutes Podcast. Whether your journey consisted of breastfeeding or not she shares how lactation consultants can assist with feeding the NICU and beyond. Lo shares her heart and mission behind supporting families. Whether you are a parent of a baby in the NICU or a clinician, you will not want to miss this episode.[4:21] Introductions[6:05] Parents are experts[7:04] Perceptions of what a lactation specialist is and does[8:38] Listening is so important[10:45] Helping families feel heard and supported[13:00] Focusing on what you can do in those moments[14:12] Bottle feeding support[17:20] It's ok to say no[18:50] The evolution of breast feeding[20:47] Congenital Heart Defect Mama's breast feeding journey[22:32] Support is key[23:09] Reframing your mind and not comparing your journey during[24:00] How Chelsea's Story inspired Lo to connect with Child Life Specialists[25:00 ] Assessing needs as a clinician prior to seeing the parent[26:00] Creating an inclusive community[28:00] Judgement free support zone Make your voice heard on The Milk Making Community Group on Facebook!Head to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for more Milk Making Minutes episodes!Listen to Episodes of The Milk Making Minutes on Amazon Music too!To book a lactation consultation with me, visit my website: www.quabbinbirthservices.com. In many cases I can bill your insurance, or create a superbill for you to submit for reimbursement. I offer virtual consults for clients outside of my service area! Follow me on IG @lonigrosh to laugh about baby feeding (so you don’t cry) and to see photos of guests. Follow me on TikTok to answer questions of the day and ponder systemic inequities together: @lonigroshibclc Parents, you can download the Child Life on Call Parents, download our free parent starter kit: https://childlifeoncall.com/parents/When you download our starter kit, you’ll learn how to: Give medicine to your child without it becoming a wrestling matchPrepare your child (and yourself) for a shot so they can feel less anxiousCreate and use a coping plan for any medical appointment or procedureThe first sign of sniffles, or worse, shouldn’t send you into a tailspinFeel confident in your role as a parent and advocate, no matter what medical situation you’re facing. Child life specialists, get affordable PDUs on-demand here: https://childlifeoncall.com/app/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lo-s-lactation-lab--5834691/support.