The Baby Pro Podcast

Jul 16 2024 100 ep. 52 mins 5

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If you are an expecting or new parent looking for support and guidance with your pregnancy, birth, and first year of your baby’s life, then The Baby Pro Podcast is for you! Join your hosts, Shelly Taft, a lactation consultant, doula, childbirth educator, infant sleep educator, and licensed practical nurse, and Nicole Glover, a doula and childbirth educator, as they bring you conversation and interviews with experts regarding all things pregnancy and baby related. Each episode will tackle the burning questions that all expecting and new parents have, like Will I ever sleep again? How do I write the perfect birth plan? Does intimacy after birth exist? We will also answer listener questions and talk about the latest news in the parenting world.

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Breastfeeding After a Breast Reduction ; How My Journey Inspired Me to Be a CLC

Jul 16 2024 44 mins

In the milestone 100th and final episode of the Baby Pro Podcast, join us as we explore the journey of breastfeeding after breast reduction surgery with Certified Lactation Counselor, Arlyn Althoff. Arlyn shares her personal struggles and triumphs, offering valuable insights on setting personalized goals and finding the right support. We also delve into the challenges of baby-led w

Overcoming Breast Rejection with Shelly Taft

Jul 02 2024 31 mins

Why do babies reject the breast and how can you overcome breast rejection? Listen in as Shelly Taft IBCLC discusses this and more. Join Shelly and Maria in this heartfelt episode of the Baby Pro Podcast as they share practical strategies for overcoming common breastfeeding issues, such as breast rejection and transitioning from bottle to breast. Learn effective techniques like skin

My Journey with Breastfeeding: Pumping and Traveling

Jun 18 2024 54 mins

In this episode of the Baby Pro Podcast, Shelly and Maria dive into the multifaceted world of traveling with an infant while managing the demands of breastfeeding and pumping. They welcome Deseree, a former professional dancer turned stay-at-home mom, who shares her personal experiences of traveling while exclusively pumping with her first child and exclusively breastfeeding her se

Nipple Shields Friend or Foe? with Shelly Taft IBCLC

Jun 04 2024 17 mins

In this episode of the Baby Pro Podcast, Shelly and Maria delve into the topic of nipple shields, providing a balanced view on this breastfeeding tool. They explore the history of nipple shields, tracing their evolution from early versions made of materials like nutmeg and silver to the modern, thin silicone designs used today. Whether you're a new parent struggling with breastfeed

Traveling and Pumping with Kids with Kate Drake

May 21 2024 55 mins

In this episode of the Baby Pro podcast, Kate Drake, a marketing executive and mother of twins, shares her experiences with breastfeeding while maintaining a full-time job and traveling for work. She discusses the challenges she faced, such as finding pumping facilities abroad and dealing with customs destroying her breast milk shipment. Kate offers practical tips for breastfeeding

Abilify and Milk Supply with Shelly Taft, IBCLC

May 07 2024 15 mins

There are medications that can drop milk supply. In this episode, listen in as Shelly discusses one of these medications. In this episode of the Baby Pro podcast, Shelly and Maria discuss various factors that may influence these findings, including socioeconomic disparities and research biases, while also examining claims about breastfeeding's link to higher IQs and healthy eatin

Breastfeeding and Postpartum Traditions From Around The World with Jess Hull

Apr 23 2024 58 mins

Jess and Shelly discuss different postpartum and breastfeeding traditions from around the world, and what we can learn from them. Tune into today’s episode of the Baby Pro podcast where Shelly embarks on a fascinating exploration of international breastfeeding traditions and the latest advancements in postpartum support, featuring a conversation with Jessica Hull. Jessica, a form

Can I Eat That While Breastfeeding? with Shelly Taft IBCLC

Apr 09 2024 22 mins

Have you been told to avoid certain foods while breastfeeding? Or told you have to consume more of other foods? Listen in as Shelly goes over the four most common myths about nutrition and breastfeeding. In this episode of the Baby Pro podcast, Shelly discussed nutrition myths that leave nursing moms scratching their heads, cutting through the fog of misinformation surrounding

Breastfeeding After a Breast Reduction with Grace Standridge

Mar 26 2024 53 mins

In this episode of the Baby Pro podcast, Grace Standridge shares her inspiring journey of breastfeeding after breast reduction surgery, challenging common myths and offering hope to those facing similar struggles. We explore the realities of post-surgery breastfeeding, including the role of support systems and the battle with conditions like mastitis. Our discussion not only uncove

Things to Know About Oversupply With Shelly Taft LPN, IBCLC, ISE

Mar 12 2024 44 mins

Let’s dive deep into a world where breastfeeding is not just about nutrition; it’s an emotional rollercoaster, a physiological marvel and a cultural conversation. In today’s episode of the Baby Pro podcast, we’re exploring the intricate world of breastfeeding and unveils the personal challenges faced from low milk supply to oversupply, mastitis and plugged ducts. Practical