The Real Barriers to Breastfeeding & How to Overcome Them

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In this episode from the Birth of a Mother Summit, Jacqueline Kincer delves into the numerous health benefits of breastfeeding for both mothers and babies, highlighting why breastfeeding is so crucial. She emphasizes the importance of having an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) on your care team, explaining when and why to seek out their expertise. Jacqueline also offers practical advice on finding donor breast milk and discusses the potential downsides of keeping formula on hand, which can affect the breastfeeding experience. 

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why breastfeeding should be viewed as a vital sign
• The health benefits to mom and baby when breastfeeding
• When, how, and why you should seek out an IBCLC
• How to go about finding donor breastmilk