Episode 185 Live Breastfeeding Consultation: Preventing Mastitis and Optimizing Milk Supply

Listen to a comprehensive virtual lactation consultation addressing concerns and providing advice on breastfeeding, particularly focusing on preventing mastitis and optimizing milk supply. Elle, who shared her first breastfeeding experience which resulted in a baseball sized abscess being removed joins Lo to get some questions and concerns answered. The consultant offers advice on mastitis prevention, including recommendations for ice instead of heat and lymphatic breast massage. They also discuss correct breastfeeding techniques, the importance of breast compressions, flange sizing for effective pumping, and signs of successful breastfeeding like the baby's weight gain and feeding patterns. The conversation includes troubleshooting low milk output from one breast and ensuring the baby has a proper latch to prevent pain and optimize feeding.00:00 Opening Up About Breastfeeding Challenges02:01 Seeking Professional Advice: Questions and Goals03:42 Daily Nursing Routine and Concerns04:59 Addressing Uneven Milk Supply and Nursing Techniques09:18 Practical Nursing Tips and Observing Swallow Patterns18:42 Concluding Thoughts on Nursing Success and Baby's Well-being22:25 Nursing Techniques and Addressing Pain25:08 Pumping Strategies and Milk Supply Management35:42 Mastitis Prevention and Care Recommendations45:19 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and GratitudeBook a lactation consultation today! https://www.quabbinbirthservices.com/To connect with Ellie:IG: https://www.instagram.com/coffee.mama.ellie/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coffee.mama.ellieHead to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for more Milk Making Minutes episodes!Make your voice  heard on The Milk Making Community Group on Facebook!To purchase books about breastfeeding, birth, or parenting that I love and help support the show, go here. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lo-s-lactation-lab--5834691/support.