Topic Archive: breastfeeding

Episode 167 | March 11, 2010

Baby Carriers. Find the perfect carrier for you!

Baby slings, wraps, pouches, oh my! The Maya, Moby, Baby Bjorn, Ergo, The Peanut shell… So many to choose from, but which carrier will suit you best? Will you be the only one using it? What’s your budget? And, will you carry your baby on your hip, in the front, or on your back? Vera Casey from babywearingsandiego.com is this weeks baby carrier expert.    (VIDEO COMING SOOON!)

Episode 151 | August 18, 2009

Breastfeeding Pt. 3 of 3: Breastfeeding Positions & Proper Latch-On Skills – PLUS WIN A BABYHAWK BABY CARRIER!

During the early weeks, optimal positioning and a proper latch are especially important. When you and your baby are well positioned and latched correctly, your nipples stay healthy and your baby can feed most efficiently. Eve Moran, this week’s breastfeeding expert, joins us with information, tips and techniques on the proper way to position and hold your baby while breastfeeding and the importance of a proper latch. Plus your chance to win a 100% organic baby carrier from BabyHawk. And, were stoked on Stokke.com!   SHOW NOTES

Episode 150 | August 10, 2009

Breastfeeding Pt. 2 of 3: Tips for a Healthy Breastfeeding Diet

A mom’s healthy, balanced diet is essential for future breastfeeding. Mothers often have questions about which foods are important to eat and which foods should be avoided when nursing their babies. What are some helpful nutritional guidelines? How important is calcium, iron, protein? What foods and snacks are best? And the importance of staying hydrated. April Boyle, a board certified lactation consultant and registered dietitian is this week’s expert. Plus, were stoked on Stokke!   Show Notes

Episode 149 | August 4, 2009

Breastfeeding Pt. 1 of 3: Breastfeeding Basics

Breastfeeding Basics: What are some advantages for both mom and baby? When will your milk come in? How much and how often should you feed your newborn? When should you consider purchasing a breast pump, bottles and other breastfeeding gear? When is your window of opportunity to introduce a bottle? Plus, common breastfeeding hiccups and ways to overcome them. Is there a genetic factor? Dr. Eyla Boise, Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at University California San Diego School of Medicine is this weeks breastfeeding expert.

Episode 145 | July 6, 2009

Everything Epidurals

Epidurals: 75% of women have one. What is the process? What is the epidural space? Does it affect the baby? The best position to make the insertion easier, epidural myths, patient controlled epidurals, and possible side affects. PregTASTIC welcomes back Obstetric Anesthesiologist and author Dr. William Camann.    SHOW NOTES

PregTASTIC Pregnancy Podcast #145

Episode 135 | April 20, 2009

Mindy’s Birthing Story and Win a PregTASTIC Prize!

Mindy’s four-week early birth, epidural bliss, dealing with pressure to feed her newborn, must haves at the hospital and what’s with the weird toe comment from the nurse? Plus, your chance to win!

Episode 107 | August 26, 2008

“First Series” show 2 of 3: First Days After Birth

What to expect during the first few days while caring for your new baby? How does your body and your baby’s body change? Danger signs, breast feeding cues, car seat tips and establishing visiting hours at home. Midwife, Gerri Ryan returns for part 2 of our 3 part series. Plus, win a BabyHawk baby carrier!

NEXT WEEK: PregTASTIC “Firsts Series”. Part 3: What to expect during the first few weeks after giving birth. And, your chance to win another BabyHawk baby carrier!

Episode 104 | August 6, 2008

Breastfeeding Myths and More

The 411 on breastfeeding. PregTASTIC celebrates Breastfeeding Awareness Week! Are you magically supposed to know how to BF? What does a hamburger have to do with breastfeeding? What is an enteromammary pathway? Hot or cold compress? Are breastfed babies protected from diseases mom was vaccinated against? Lactation Consultant and author Rose DeVigne-Jackiewicz RN, IBCLC gives the 411 on breastfeeding myths and more. Plus, another PregTASTIC contest!

Episode 65 | August 28, 2007

Notes From a Lactation Consultant

When should you hire a lactation consultant? How to handle those offering well meaning advice. How to tell family that you may not want to have visitors right after giving birth. What’s up with underwire bras? And, another PregTASTIC contest! This week’s guest, Margaret Goebel is the owner of “The Sweetest Milk” Lactation Consulting business.

Episode 64 | August 20, 2007

Dr. Jack Newman & Helping Mothers Achieve Their Breastfeeding Goals

What are two basic principles to understanding breastfeeding? How do they help new mothers? Leading lactation expert, Dr. Jack Newman discusses why there is more to BF than the breastmilk. Plus, breastfeeding myths, common problems, milk banks and more!

Episode 62 | August 6, 2007

Early Initiation of Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding within the first hours after birth. The importance of the latch and colostrum. Breastfeeding right after a c-section? Lactation Consultant, Annie VerSteeg, addresses these concerns. Plus, tube/finger feeding, nipple confusion, and thrush.

Episode 61 | July 23, 2007

Annie’s Birthing Story

Why was Annie induced? Why did she break all the rules of delivery? And conflicting breastfeeding advice. Annie and Rob join us to talk about the birth of baby Matty. A contest winner! And a caller shares how she was the last to learn of her pregnancy.

Episode 53 | May 29, 2007

Formula Feeding Facts

What if breastfeeding does not go as planned? Maybe breastfeeding is not what you have in mind. What you can do to optimize the health of a formula-fed baby? Plus, formula options, new trends in homemade formulas and cow’s colostrum.

Episode 44 | March 26, 2007

5 Tips for Successful Breastfeeding

Many women plan to breastfeed although when the time comes many struggle with various issues. Learn what you can do before birth that will lead to success with breastfeeding.

Episode 15 | August 28, 2006

Breastfeeding Part 4 of 4: Breastfeeding Gear

What breastfeeding products work best, are right for you, help with pain, and what products are a must have? Veronica Tingzon IBCLC, RLC, CLE, theoriginalcomfortfood.com, details breastfeeding bras, pumps, nipple creams, nipple shields, nursing pillows and more.

Episode 14 | August 22, 2006

Breastfeeding Part 3 of 4: Solutions For Common Breastfeeding Problems

Sore nipples, engorgement, plugged ducts, mastitis, low milk supply and prior breast surgeries. Annalee Hulburt, IBCLC, RLC, Lactation Consultant is in our studio to shed some light on these issues and more. For more info and resources on Breastfeeding Solutions for Common Problems, visit Annalee’s website Breastfeeding San Diego.

Episode 13 | August 14, 2006

Breastfeeding Part 2 of 4: The Latch, Feeding Cues, Duration, Nipple Preference and Resources

Margaret Goebel IBCLC, RLC Lactation Consultant, discusses what to do and what not to do during the first days of breastfeeding: feeding cues, the correct latch, nipple preference, resources if breastfeeding is not going as planned and much, much more! Margaret is the owner of “The Sweetest Milk” Lactation Consulting business.

Episode 12 | August 8, 2006

Breastfeeding Part 1 of 4: What You Need To Know Before Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding: What to know before it’s time to breastfeed, is discussed with Carol Hunter, a La Leche League Leader. This week PregTASTIC kicks off Breastfeeding Awareness Month with the first of a four part series about breastfeeding. How breastfeeding benefits both baby and mom, tips on utilizing breastfeeding resources, misconceptions about breastfeeding and Dad’s role.