The Feeding Frenzy

The Feeding Frenzy

by The BRC's Feeding Frenzy

How To Parenting

Season 1

Exclusive Pumping with Melissa Guerriero, CLC

Melissa Guerriero is a mother and counselor who shares with us her experience with exclusive pumping in her breastfeeding journey. Melissa leaves us with the advice of "know that you are not alone; there are other people out there facing the same struggles that you are and are also celebrating similar things." She can be contacted @pump_momma_pump. 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.

A Discussion with Liz Brooks, JD, IBCLC, FILCA

Colette Acker, the Executive Director of the Breastfeeding Resource Center (BRC) and IBCLC, interviews Liz Brooks, JD, IBCLC, FILCA to discuss her experience working as an expert witness for families involved in child custody during separation and/or divorce with a breastfeeding baby involved. You can learn more about Liz and the work she does on her website. 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.

Infant Massage and Regulation with Dr. Bryan Nichols, PT

Dr. Bryan Nichols is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy and an orthopaedic specialist. He has been a clinical director at an outpatient clinic, and has treated patients in both outpatient and home care settings. Dr. Nichols teaches in Jefferson University’s Physical Therapy Program. He is also a dad to two, a very special role which has shaped the work that he does today. To connect with Dr. Nichols, visit his website. He provides his services to the Greater Philadelphia area. He also teaches an Infant Massage class at the BRC! 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.

Breastfeeding after one Year with BRC IBCLCs

In this episode, two of the BRC IBCLCs, Jennifer Shieve and Louisa Brandenburger, share what breastfeeding after one year can look like. It is often also referred to as "extended breastfeeding" or "breastfeeding after a year". Here at the BRC we know how beautiful and challenging enduring the breastfeeding journey can be and we are very proud of everyone and their experience! 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.

Fatherhood and New Parenting with Bryan Cohen, M.A., M.Ed.

In this episode, Colette Acker, the BRC Executive Director and IBCLC, discusses fatherhood, the nuances of parenting and the emotional support necessary throughout the process. Bryan runs the monthly father & partner support group at the BRC in Abington, PA. You can find more about it here. To find more about Bryan, M.A., M.Ed., visit his website here. 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 happens in a BRC Visit

In this episode, the BRC lactation consultants discuss what typical visits at the BRC consist of. Louisa Brandenburger, Jennifer Schieve and Colette Acker, all of whom are IBCLCs, share their input and experience having spent years helping individuals, babies and families with their breastfeeding & chestfeeding journey. 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.

Holistic Sleep Support with Louisa Brandenburger, IBCLC

Louisa Brandenburger, IBCLC, is a practicing lactation consultant at the Breastfeeding Resource Center (BRC). She is also certified as a Holistic Sleep Coach and is discussing the ever-popular subject today. Tune in to learn how the Holistic Sleep method is different from the others. 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.

The Top Five Reasons to Visit the BRC

In this episode, we discuss the top five reasons to visit the Breastfeeding Resource Center in Abington, PA. Jennifer Shieve and Louisa Brandenburger, two of the IBCLCs at the BRC share their wisdom and experience, having supported thousands of clients over the years in their breastfeeding journey. Are you finding that you have questions about your breastfeeding experience? Are you currently pregnant and wanting to breastfeed but having questions? Is breastfeeding not going as planned? These are all questions that can be addressed at the BRC with the support of the numerous International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) and professionals. 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.

Welcome to The Feeding Frenzy - A Podcast Brought to you by the BRC!

The Feeding Frenzy is a podcast hosted by The Breastfeeding Resource Center (BRC), a Nonprofit that supports breastfeeding & chestfeeding parents and families based in Abington, PA. The BRC is run and operated by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) who will share their decades of wisdom and knowledge on all topics related to parenting, feeding your baby, child rearing, child bearing and more! Tune in to listen and connect with the BRC by visiting our website.

Touch and Smell - How does that affect feedings?

Colette interviews Kelly Durbin. Kelly is an IBCLC, a childbirth educator, and so much more! Colette has been following her on LinkedIn and loves her content. Find out how smell and touch affect new parents and babies! Check out her LinkedIn profile: linkedin.com/in/kelly-durbin-08639842 Check out her book: https://www.amazon.com/Protecting-Potential-Breastfeeding-Kelly-Durbin/dp/1946665665 The BRC is a nonprofit organization.

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