Episode 171 Pumping for Work is Harder than it Should be with Ashley Mooneyham

In this episode of the Milk Making Minutes, our host Lo Nigrosh sits down with scientist and cancer biology specialist Ashley to discuss the challenges of providing milk for your baby when you're not around. Ashley shares her personal experiences and dives into the research on milk supply, uncovering both systemic barriers and biological reasons for low milk production. Join us as we explore the realities of pumping and the importance of supporting breastfeeding in a society that often falls short. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation that will demystify human milk feeding.Timestamps00:00:00 - Introduction and Setting the Stage00:01:27 - Introducing Ashley and her experience with baby feeding00:02:04 - Preparing for the second baby and considering baby feeding00:02:27 - Transitioning to solid foods and preparing for the new baby00:03:52 - Childhood exposure to baby feeding00:04:25 - Experiences and messages about breastfeeding from peers and friends00:06:04 - Feeling hopeful about breastfeeding despite potential challenges00:07:14 - Ashley's traumatic delivery and its impact on breastfeeding00:09:32 - Initial latch and early challenges in breastfeeding00:12:13 - The physical and emotional toll of breastfeeding and pumping00:13:52 - The struggle to produce enough milk and the introduction of formula00:16:20 - The importance of proper phalange fitting and its impact on milk supply00:19:17 - The standard sizing of phalanges and the effectiveness of silicone flanges00:21:40 - The psychological and emotional impact of pumping and milk supply challenges00:24:21 - The decision to wean and the hormonal changes post-weaning00:26:33 - The extended postpartum period and the gradual return to self-identity00:27:43 - Continuing to breastfeed while supplementing with formula00:30:47 - The anticipation of the second pregnancy and considerations for baby feeding00:32:13 - The extended postpartum period and the need for healing and balance00:33:11 - Considering a different approach to pumping and seeking professional guidance00:34:28 - The importance of timing and phalange fitting in pumping00:37:05 - The personal connection to Ashley's story and the importance of proper pumping techniques00:37:29 - Preview of the next episode on Ashley's professional journey and helping others with pumpingTo Get in Touch with Ashley:Website: www.momeasesolutions.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/momease_solutions/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MomeaseSolutionsInc/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/momeasesolutions/ Ready to feel prepared for birth AND the postpartum period? Sign up for the FIRST cohort of the childbirth education course at a 50% discount. Head to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for more Milk Making Minutes episodes!Make your voice heard on The Milk Making Community Group on Facebook!Find Lo’s information at her website: