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Overcoming Breastfeeding Struggles: Nicole's Journey In this episode of the 'Breastfeeding With Confidence' podcast, host Jamie Zaki, an international Board certified lactation consultant and Mom of five, speaks with Nicole Kristensen. Nicole shares her challenging breastfeeding journey amidst the backdrop of COVID-19 and a formula shortage. She recounts her initial struggles with breastfeeding, including a traumatic C-section and lack of support, which led her to formula feeding. Nicole discusses her experiences with multiple lactation consultants, both in-person and virtual, and highlights the importance of finding tailored breastfeeding support. The conversation underscores the significance of overcoming societal stigma and emphasizes that breastfeeding doesn't have to be perfect to be positive.

Tune in next time for the continuation of Nicole's inspiring story.

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00:00 Introduction and Personal Experience

00:27 Welcome to the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast

01:17 Meet Nicole Christensen: A Journey Through Breastfeeding

03:02 First Breastfeeding Experience: Challenges and Lessons

10:42 Second Breastfeeding Experience: Overcoming Mental Health Struggles 12:22 The Importance of Personalized Lactation Support

28:33 Third Breastfeeding Experience: A New Approach

28:44 Conclusion and Resources for Breastfeeding Support

Are you expecting twins and worried about how breastfeeding will work? Do you feel like everyone is silently assuming you’ll “just need to supplement”? Have you heard horror stories—and are now wondering if exclusive breastfeeding is even possible with two?

If you're carrying twins, you're already doing something incredible. And when it comes to breastfeeding, you deserve support that honors your goals—not pressure to settle. So many twin moms are told right from the start that formula is inevitable. That breastfeeding two babies is “too much.”

But you don’t have to accept that story. You can write your own.

In this episode, you’ll hear from someone who’s walked that road—and made breastfeeding twins not just possible, but joyful.

In this episode of Breastfeeding With Confidence, I sit down with Shelly—a twin mama and lactation consultant from Canada—to talk about the real challenges and triumphs of breastfeeding twins. From the early postpartum to the decision between tandem nursing vs. individual feeding, we’re covering what it really looks like to exclusively breastfeed multiples.

Shelly shares how prenatal breastfeeding education can set you up for success, how to stay grounded in your "why," and what new or expecting twin moms can do to thrive. If you’re planning to breastfeed twins, this episode is full of encouragement, strategy, and sisterhood.

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome + today’s topic: Breastfeeding twins 01:10 – Meet Shelly: Twin mama + fellow IBCLC 02:11 – Shelly’s story: The early days with two 04:22 – The unique challenges of breastfeeding twins 12:50 – What twin moms need to know before birth 17:31 – Tandem feeding vs. individual feeding: Pros and cons 21:29 – Final advice + supportive resources for twin moms 23:07 – Wrap-up + how to get more support for your journey

If you're pregnant and planning to breastfeed, you've probably heard of prenatal colostrum collection and you might be wondering "Should I collect colostrum during pregnancy" or "How do I collect colostrum during pregnancy"? In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, Jaimie Z, IBCLC explores when, why, and how you might benefit from prenatal colostrum expression.

We discuss benefits & risks to colostrum expression, hand expression vs. using a pump, and how to store and transport expressed colostrum.

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Becca Boeveing from Pelvic Floor Momma discusses misconceptions around pregnancy & postpartum pain, discusses advocating for yourself during pregnancy and postpartum, reducing risk of vaginal tearing in labor, and gets REAL about the long term impacts of SKIPPING pelvic floor therapy! And no, we're not just talking about Kegels! We're talking REAL solutions.

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What if I told you pumping schedules could be hurting your milk supply instead of increasing milk supply?

If you’ve been told you must stick to a rigid pumping routine to boost output… it’s time to rethink the rules.

In this episode of the Breastfeeding with Confidence Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on what really works to increase your milk supply—and spoiler alert: it’s not about strict pumping schedules to increase your milk supply.

You’ll hear Sylvie’s story—a mom who went from feeling like she had no choice but to wean to watching her supply jump from 10 to 16 ounces with just a few key shifts (no stress or marathon pump sessions required).

Whether you’re exclusively pumping, combo feeding, or just trying to build a freezer stash, this episode is packed with real solutions that actually support your body’s design.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

1. Why rigid pumping schedules can backfire—and what to do instead

2. How pump fit and flange size affect your milk output (and your sanity)

3. The power of switching to the right pump for your body

4. Simple lubrication hacks that protect your nipples and support flow

5. What’s inside the Pumping with Confidence guide and how to get early access

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⏱️ Episode Timestamps:

1. 00:00 Introduction

2. 00:11 Welcome + why support matters so much

3. 00:28 The emotional side of breastfeeding struggles

4. 01:33 Sneak peek: the Pumping with Confidence guide

5. 01:57 Flexible pumping schedules explained

6. 03:00 Personalized pumping support > one-size-fits-all advice

7. 03:29 Sylvie’s story: from weaning thoughts to milk supply breakthrough

8. 06:19 Practical tips: pump fit, pump swap, and lubrication

9. 13:24 Final encouragement for your journey

Is your baby struggling to latch, feed efficiently, or seem tense for no clear reason? Could the missing piece in your breastfeeding journey actually be hidden tension in their body?

In this eye-opening episode of Breastfeeding With Confidence, I’m joined by craniosacral therapist Meghan Beames to unpack something most parents never hear about in the hospital—how subtle tension patterns in your baby’s body can cause major breastfeeding challenges… and how craniosacral therapy can gently release them.

We talk about:

1. Why your baby’s latch might not improve with positioning tweaks alone

2. What oral motor dysfunction really means and how it’s connected to the nervous system

3. The myth of the “lazy baby” and how fight-or-flight can show up in newborns

4. How bodywork like craniosacral therapy can support milk supply, digestion, and better sleep

5. Signs your baby may be compensating for hidden body tension—and what to do next

Whether you’re exclusively breastfeeding, combo feeding, or just starting to wonder if something feels off—this episode will leave you feeling empowered, equipped, and ready to advocate for your baby’s functional wellness.

🎧 Tune in now to discover how craniosacral therapy can unlock better breastfeeding—without waiting for a full-blown crisis.

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Episode Breakdown:

00:00 Welcome to Breastfeeding With Confidence

00:57 Meet Megan Beams: What is Craniosacral Therapy?

04:56 Tension in Newborns: What to Look For

15:05 Oral Motor Dysfunction & Feeding Struggles

20:43 Common Breastfeeding Problems That Start in the Body

21:15 Fight or Flight in Babies—And Why It Matters

21:59 The Truth Behind the “Lazy Baby” Label

22:31 Feeding Reflexes: What You’re Not Being Told

24:46 Hands-On Tips for Supporting Baby’s Body

28:58 Why Movement Matters for Breastfeeding Success

31:47 How to Trust Your Intuition When Something Feels Off

33:09 Finding a Skilled Craniosacral Therapist Near You

33:56 Traveling for Treatment & Final Thoughts

35:53 Final Encouragement & Next Steps

One Instagram follower asked me recently, "How long should my baby nurse on each side to get the fatty hind milk needed to gain weight" and I thought this made the perfect Breastfeeding Q&A topic! Today we'll unpack the foremilk‑vs.‑hindmilk myth and shows you how breastmilk naturally shifts in fat content as your baby nurses. You’ll learn why timing feeds by the clock isn’t necessary, and how simple cues—like letting baby finish one breast before offering the other—ensure they get the richer milk. Jaimie walks you through gentle breast massage techniques and optimal latch tips to promote even fat distribution and efficient drainage of breastmilk.

Timestamps

00:00  Welcome and Introduction

00:16  Free Resource: Five Mistakes Checklist

01:08  Foremilk vs. Hindmilk Myth Debunked

02:43  Breast Massage & Latch Tips

04:21  Monitoring Intake Without Formula

06:32  Accessing the Free Checklist

07:20  Virtual Consultations Overview

10:16  Conclusion & Next Steps