How to Feed Your Baby

In this conversation, Barbara and Kristin Revere (the founder of Gold Coast Doulas) discuss the vital role of postpartum doulas in supporting families after childbirth. They explore the various specialties within doula services, the importance of recognizing mental health red flags, and how doulas can assist in balancing nighttime care with maternal needs. Kristin emphasizes the need for specializ...

This conversation provides essential tips for mothers planning to breastfeed after a cesarean birth. It covers pre-birth preparations, support during the birth process, and strategies for successful breastfeeding at home. We will touch on the importance of communication with healthcare providers, the role of lactation consultants, and the need for comfort and support during recovery. Helpful Links...

In this conversation, Dr. Peggy Kelley, a pediatric otolaryngologist, discusses the complexities of oral frenula and tongue ties, emphasizing the importance of understanding their functional implications rather than just their presence. She explains the various types of frenula, the significance of assessing their impact on feeding and speech, and the differences between surgical interventions lik...

Last week, Barbara shared her new favorite bottle for newborns and why. This week she shares some signs that the milk may be coming out too fast for your baby and a change or help might be warranted. We review gulping, liquid loss, signs of discoordinated swallowing and more. For more free resources check out Feedingbyjanuary.com  Check out the ⁠ Newborn Feeding Course and sign up for the first fr...

In this conversation, Barbara shares her favorite baby bottles for newborns, emphasizing the importance of flow rates and proper nipple selection. She highlights the Dr. Brown's bottles and introduces the Pigeon Super Slow Flow Bottle, providing insights into their features and benefits. Barbara also stresses the variability in flow rates across different brands and encourages parents to reach out...

In this episode, Barbara shares three actionable steps for mothers feeling cooped up and isolated. She emphasizes the importance of getting outside, connecting with friends, and dressing up to improve mood and well-being. Each step is designed to be accessible and adaptable to individual circumstances, encouraging listeners to take immediate action to enhance their mental health and break free fro...

In this episode, Barbara addresses a listener's question about using frozen breast milk from an earlier stage of a baby's life.  Corren asks, “If I’m using frozen breast milk, is it okay to use breast milk from when my baby was 1 month old to feed my 5 month old? I know milk is good in the freezer for up to 6 months, but I worry that she won’t get enough calories since breast milk content changes...

This is part two of a two part interview with Kaitlin McGreyes, the founder of BeHerVillage. In this episode we pick back up in the conversation where Kaitlin talks about what a postpartum doula is, how the BeHerVillage gift registry works, why finding your support team before you are in crisis is important, and what the best registry gifts you never thought of are. She also expresses how we can d...

In this two-part episode, we talk to Kaitlin McGreyes, the founder of BeHerVillage. She discussed her personal journey into motherhood (the catalyst for creating BeHerVillage), the importance of following your intuition, and what true birth preparation looks like versus the norm. Links mentioned in the show: Newborn Infant Feeding Course BeHerVillage.com Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodw...

Babies can be…pricey. But your baby doesn’t actually need everything that is marketed to us. In fact, just by considering the handful of top expenses you can save a lot of money and direct it elsewhere. This short but valuable episode covers 5 baby item swaps that have the biggest impact on your baby budget. Links mentioned in the show: Download the simple list of baby needs, that helps cut throug...

(This is part three of a series). In this interview, I sit down with Dr. Rougie, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) doctor and Pilates instructor, to explore the ancient wisdom of TCM and how it can support women through pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery. Dr. Rougie breaks down what TCM is, how acupuncture works, and what to expect during an acupuncture session. We also dive...

(This is part two of a series). In this interview, I sit down with Dr. Rougie, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) doctor and Pilates instructor, to explore the ancient wisdom of TCM and how it can support women through pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery. Dr. Rougie breaks down what TCM is, how acupuncture works, and what to expect during an acupuncture session. We also dive in...

In this interview series, I sit down with Dr. Rougie, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) doctor and Pilates instructor, to explore the ancient wisdom of TCM and how it can support women through pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery. Dr. Rougie breaks down what TCM is, how acupuncture works, and what to expect during an acupuncture session. We also dive into the benefits of TCM to...

Episode Description: Breastfeeding is natural, but that doesn’t mean it always comes naturally. Many moms struggle with discomfort or pain, often due to simple positioning mistakes that can make a big difference in their breastfeeding experience. In this episode, we’ll break down three of the most common positioning errors moms make, why they lead to painful nursing, and—most importantly—how to fi...

Show Description: It is commonly recommended to “pace” baby’s bottle feedings to encourage breastfeeding. However, there are multiple definitions of paced bottle feeding and pros and cons to adding this strategy. Today we will talk about the different meanings and uses of pacing your baby during feedings and an alternative to “pacing” your baby. Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download:...

In this episode I share some of my favorite non-dairy/allergy friendly swaps to keep you satisfied while accommodating your baby’s dairy allergy. (These brands are delicious even if you still eat cheese!)  Links mentioned in the show: FreetoFeed.com FoodAllergy.org (Scroll to the download “Tips for Avoiding Your Allergen”) Music - "Memorized" by Josh Woodward. Free download: ⁠ http://joshwoodward....

If your baby has colic, reflux, eczema, bloody stools, or other potentially allergy related symptoms: do not miss this three part series. Today, Dr. Trillitye Paullin shares the updated information on infant food allergies and what to do once you’ve identified the culprit. Is it safe to reintroduce them? When and how? Tune in to find out. Links mentioned in the show: Elimination Diet Blogs Get sup...

If your baby has colic, reflux, eczema, bloody stools, or other potentially allergy related symptoms: do not miss this three part series. In this episode, Dr. Trillitye Paullin shares the updated information on infant food allergies and how to identify and navigate them without sacrificing your own health. She also busts some common myths as to how long allergens stay in breastmilk. This is part 2...

If your baby has colic, reflux, eczema, bloody stools, or other potentially allergy related symptoms: do not miss this episode. Dr. Trillitye Paullin shares the updated information on infant food allergies and why current medical tests may not be helpful in identifying or ruling out allergens. This is part 1 of the full interview, which continues in next week’s episode! Helpful Links: Symptoms of...

Has your milk stash gone bad!? 😭Well if it was properly stored and remained frozen, it’s probably still good! Some women produce milk with high lipase (a naturally occurring enzyme in all breast milk) which can lead to stored milk smelling “off”. Today we talk about what causes that odor, what to do if you have milk with high lipase, and safe strategies to make it palatable for your baby to drink...

Who knew that giving your baby a bottle of formula (or breastmilk) could be so tricky?! The good news is, it’s really not. However, there are super common mistakes that can impact your baby’s hydration, digestion, ability to comfortably settle after feedings, and their ability to have safe coordinated sucking and swallowing. Listen to today’s episode to learn what they are and how to avoid them. F...

Today we answer a listener's question, “What’s a normal amount of breastmilk for my 10 day old LO to eat? I see lots of information for how long a newborn should breastfeed, but not how much they should take in a bottle. All I can find is formula recs.” The good news is, there’s a very simple calculation for figuring this out. Tune in to find out! Links mentioned in the show: Newborn preparati...

This week I invite you to “tune” in to learn all about how music is important for your baby’s brain from utero on. Today we interview Mrs. Collen, owner and director of Music and Me, LLC, on the benefits of music as well as practical ways to embed music into you and your baby’s day. We’ve also included a little treat at the end of the interview 🎶. Links mentioned in the show: Learn more about how...

If you live in a small space and are wondering how to fit a baby and all their “necessities” into it, then today’s episode is for you. Not only are there benefits to having a smaller home while you have a newborn, but there are lots of ways to reduce the amount of stuff you bring into it. Today we will talk about some of the small space advantages and tips on how to keep things less cluttered with...

Today I want to welcome back Dawn. We spoke with Dawn in episode 34: Empowered Births , about the Doula’s role in birth and gained great insight and the importance of quality birth education. Today Dawn is back to answer our questions all about ‘natural birth’; what it is, what are the outcomes for those choosing it, and how to overcome barriers to getting support for your birth plan. Links mentio...