The Feeding Frenzy

The Feeding Frenzy

por The BRC's Feeding Frenzy

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Couples Therapy for the Postpartum Period and Beyond

Today we welcome Dr. Anna Nicholaides, a licensed clinical psychologist from Philadelphia Couples Therapy. We discuss the importance of communication, new roles, and self-care during the postpartum period. Therapy may be more effective when you do it with your partner! https://www.philadelphiacouplestherapy.com/

The BRC Facilitator of the BIPOC Support Group

Colette and Louisa talked with Tiffany Smith, the BRC Community Counselor and BIPOC support group facilitator. We discuss why a specific group for women of color is beneficial and find out why Tiffany is great person to have in this role! From systemic racism, racism in healthcare, and low breastfeeding rates among the black community, a BIPOC support group may be just what your community needs!

How does neurodiversity affect breastfeeding?

Join us as we discuss neurodiversity and its impact on pregnancy, birth, and parenting. We talk to Tiff D'Amico owner of Fourth Trimester Revolution, who is a postpartum strategist and mentor. She helps new families figure it out so they can actually enjoy their pregnancy and postpartum experience and be more present with their babies. Tiff is an Autistic and ADHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, as well as an experienced educator, birthworker, and perinatal mental health specialist. www.tiffdee.com Activation warning: In this episode, we discuss infant loss after giving birth; if this does not feel like a safe topic for you to listen to, please consider revisiting if and when you feel ready. In honor of inclusivity, please know in all episodes & show notes, breastfeeding can be interchanged with chestfeeding.To find out more about the BRC, visit our website or contact Hillary@BRC4Babies.com.

What does an IBCLC mentorship program look like?

Today, we talk to two of our current interns, Ellen and Rebecca, to hear their perspectives on teaching the next generation of IBCLCs. Find out about their confidence levels before starting and now that one is close to being done. Are 500 really necessary through pathway 3? And how do the mentors feel about being in this role? Colette Acker, IBCLC, Jennifer Schieve, IBCLC, and Louisa Brandenburger, IBCLC, are the Breastfeeding Resource Center employees. Ellen Pavlaka and Rebecca Civette talk about their experiences. The Breastfeeding Resource Center is a nonprofit organization.

Home Birth Midwifery - What are you getting into?

Meet Titilola Ogbeide, Certified Professional Midwife (CPM), who practices in our hometown of Philadelphia. Find our the difference between and a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM). Get a glimpse of the world of a home birth midwife.

Julie Boc's precipitous birth story after pregnancy with hyperemesis!

You may have listened to Julie Boc's story in an earlier episode. She suffers from severe hyperemesis which means she is nauseous and vomiting throughout her entire pregnancy. Her silver lining is when it comes to Julie's births. Listen to these great stories. In honor of inclusivity, please know in all episodes & show notes, breastfeeding can be interchanged with chestfeeding. To find out more about the BRC, visit our website or contact Hillary@BRC4Babies.com.

What to look for in a pediatric practice and what to expect with your newborn!

Colette interviews Amy Hersh, MD, from Abington Pediatrics in Abington, PA. We discuss identifying a pediatrician who fits your needs, how to determine whether they are breastfeeding-friendly, and typical concerns families have in those early months. Abington Pediatrics also has a location in Jamison, PA. abingtonpeds.com

Bust the Misconceptions! Part 2

Colette, Louisa, and Jen continue their conversation on typical misconceptions they encounter in their daily lives of working with new lactating parents! Learn it all from diet, caffeine, alcohol, and medications!

Bust the Misconceptions! Part 1

Join Colette, Louisa, and Jen who are discussing common misconceptions when it comes to breastfeeding. This is part one of two because there are so many!!

AAP Clinical Report on Tongue Tie

On July 29th the AAP published a Clinical Report by Jennifer Thomas, MD, MPH, FAAP about tongue tie and the recommendations for management. A full report will be published this month. We're looking forward to that! Find out how Colette, Louisa and Jen feel about this report.

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