Pregnancy is both exciting and confusing, especially if you’re a first-time mom-to-be. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the labor and delivery part of the action and many moms spend so much time focusing on bringing baby into the world that they

The Magic of Breastmilk

Apr 22nd, 2021 20m 10s

We all know that breastmilk is produced naturally by mommas, starting as early as pregnancy. But most of us don’t know that it actually has superpowers. From being able to help baby fight off viruses and bacteria to actually raising their IQ, g

Diversity in Lactation Support

Apr 15th, 2021 30m 7s

On today’s show, we are talking about an issue that’s been in the spotlight quite a bit lately. You might have heard about the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021, a collection of 12 bills introduced by several members of Congress and th

Breastfeeding Two Babies

Apr 8th, 2021 33m 48s

Breastfeeding is tough enough, but what happens when there are two mouths to feed? Whether it’s twins or two babies at different ages, juggling the supply and demand of double duty is a whole new world. So how exactly do you do it? What is the

Breastfeeding from an OB's Perspective

Apr 1st, 2021 29m 39s

This week the doctor is in the house! Dr. Matthew Saidel is here to tell us all the things we should be asking about breastfeeding well before the baby comes. Most moms forget to talk to their OB’s about breastfeeding and it’s not that surprisi

Pumping and Transitioning Back to Work

Mar 25th, 2021 31m 1s

The first few weeks with a new baby are so precious - and also SO DARN HARD. For mom, it’s a time of healing as well as a whole new beginning. Life becomes about getting to know rhythms, establishing routines, and building a relationship with s

Let's Talk About Formula

Mar 18th, 2021 33m 48s

What's with mom guilt, anyway? As women, we are made to think that we should have this mothering stuff down to a science and that it should all come naturally. This holds especially true with breastfeeding. There are so many things that can go

The Unique Challenges of Breastfeeding in the Military

Mar 11th, 2021 31m 15s

As we all know, being a new mom is tough. There are no two ways about it. Trying to figure out how to care for a newborn or multiple babies while staying sane, semi-clean, and at least slightly human is something almost all of us have had to gr

Innovations in Breastfeeding

Mar 4th, 2021 36m 31s

Hello Mommas and Mommas-To-Be! This week on the podcast we’re talking about what we like to call “Breastfeeding 2.0”. Have you ever wondered why motherhood in general and breastfeeding, in particular, attracts so many wives’ tales and generatio

Tongue-Tie and Other Common Breastfeeding Roadblocks

Feb 25th, 2021 33m 51s

One of the most common misconceptions we hear at Nest Collaborative is how natural and effortless the feeding bond between mama and baby is supposed to be. But more often than not, it simply isn’t the case. Here we are at the beginning stages o

Pumps 101

Feb 18th, 2021 29m 16s

This week we are unlocking some of the mysteries behind one aspect of new motherhood that can be completely overwhelming and, for some, downright freaky. Welcome to the wonderful world of breast pumps! First, let’s take a look at some numbers.

I'm Home From the Hospital, Now What?

Feb 11th, 2021 33m 27s

Well momma, you did It! You got through labor and delivered this perfect little baby. After a day or two, you’re on your way home from the hospital or you're getting settled in after a home birth, only just realizing that you have absolutely no

Everything You Need To Know About The Latch and the Hold

Feb 4th, 2021 34m 55s

Our topic for this week is something that’s absolutely crucial to successful breastfeeding, yet completely mystifying to most new moms. Today we’re talking about the latch and the hold - two terms that you might not have heard of until just rec

Breastfeeding Economics: Milk Supply and Demand

Jan 28th, 2021 31m 43s

This week we’re diving into the economics of breastfeeding, a little something we like to call supply and demand. What most moms don’t know when they start their breastfeeding journey is that their bodies are already prepared to produce and sup

10 Things You Never Knew About Breastfeeding

Jan 21st, 2021 32m 32s

Make no mistake, breastfeeding is hard. It’s one of the things that most people won’t tell you about when you’re pregnant. Most moms think that breastfeeding is "natural" and that it will come easy, but if you think about it, how could it? As a

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