Breastfeeding ... with ABA (Australian Breastfeeding Association)

Jessica and Jennifer talk about baby-led solids, a way of introducing solids using baby friendly family foods at around six months.

Simone and Jessica chat with Amy, who shares her story of breastfeeding her adopted child. Amy talks about her experience, in a touching story that shows there’s more than one path to breastfeeding success. Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/podcast-ep-31-breastfeeding-stories-breastfeeding-and-adoption Credits: This episode is presented by Simone Casey and Jessica Leonard, featuring Amy. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Jessica Leonard. Transcription by Leanne Matthews. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey.  For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help

Jessica chats with Skye, who shares their story of breastfeeding from starting as a young mum through to supporting others with her know-how over 6 babies. They talk about how friendships and being part of a community has helped and shaped the experience. Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-breastfeeding-and-community  Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard. Featuring Skye Stewart. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Caitlin Sabjan. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

Jessica and Madina chat with Joey, who shares her experience of breastfeeding with autism. Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-maternal-autism How to get help and support with breastfeeding. LiveChat information, including operating times. Information on attachment. Amaze, for information on autism. www.amaze.org.au Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Madina Hajher. Featuring Joey. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Eleanor Kippen. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

Jessica and Simone talk about what’s needed for a mum to take a break from their baby, whether it’s a trip to the supermarket, a coffee with a friend, or a night out. Spoiler alert: you don’t need to give your baby a bottle to take a break! Get links to resources and information discussed, the episode transcript, and the companion blog here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-you-dont-need-a-bottle-to-have-a-break Information on feeding baby when mum isn’t there. Information on understanding baby sleep, including night time patterns. Cluster feeding information. Alcohol and breastfeeding information. Alcohol and breastfeeding: a guide for mothers brochure. Feed Safe app, available for Apple iOS and Android. Ep 22 - Breastfeeding and alcohol podcast episode. Information on how much breastmilk to express. Storing expressed breastmilk information. Breastfeeding: expressing and storing breastmilk booklet, available for purchase as an instant download or order in print format. Information on giving baby expressed milk but not in a bottle, including cup feeding. Paced bottle-feeding information. A caregiver's guide to the breastfed baby leaflet, including paced bottle-feeding. Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Laura Allison. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

Jessica chats with Amelia, who shares her story of breastfeeding a child with multiple allergies. Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-2 Information on breastfeeding your baby with food sensitivities, including allergies and intolerances. Information on bringing up milk (posseting). Information on knowing if baby is getting enough breastmilk, including wee and poo in nappies. Information on crying babies, including colic. Breastfeeding and reflux information. Information on coping with broken sleep. Information on starting solids, and evidence on allergies and solids. Information on breastfeeding and your diet. PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia). Meet other new parents online for support and tips in the early days and weeks. How to find support and friendship at your local ABA group. Listen to part 1 here: https://www.podcasts.com/breastfeeding-with-aba-915bafc0b/episode/ep-26-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-1Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard. Featuring Amelia. Special thanks to Joy Anderson. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Additional reporting by Emma Pennell. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Jessica Leonard. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

Joy Anderson talks with Emma about how dieticians help families try and find out whether there's an issue with allergies or intolerances in a breastfed baby. This episode includes information about symptoms, elimination diets, food challenges and how to get help and support. Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-1 Information on breastfeeding your baby with food sensitivities, including allergies and intolerances. Lactose overload in babies information. Information on lactose intolerance and the breastfed baby. Breastfeeding and reflux information. Information on breastfeeding a child with coeliac disease. Information on crying babies, including colic. Information on knowing if baby is getting enough breastmilk, including wee and poo in nappies. Gastroenteritis (gastro) and breastfeeding information. Information on breastfeeding and your diet. Dietitians Association of Australia. Food Intolerance Network’s list on failsafe-friendly dietitians and other health professionals. Information on finding an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Facts about formula. Breastfeeding and medications information, including contact information for the NPS Medicines Line or the Medicines Information Centre(s) in your state or territory. Listen to part 2 here: https://www.podcasts.com/breastfeeding-with-aba-915bafc0b/episode/ep-27-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-2Credits: This episode is presented by Emma Pennell. Featuring Joy Anderson. Audio editing by Emma Pennell and Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Jessica Leonard. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

Emma chats with Sarah about how she overcame an incredibly difficult start to breastfeeding her third child with a huge amount of persistence, determination and support. Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-finger-feeding-and-returning-to-the-breast Information on the first feed. Information on knowing if baby is getting enough breastmilk, including wee and poo in nappies. Information on tongue-tie and breastfeeding. International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) information. Breast refusal information, including tips on how to get baby to feed. Information on giving baby expressed milk but not in a bottle. Information on using a supply line (also called a supplemental nursing system). Breastfeeding: using a supply line booklet, available for purchase as an instant download or order in print format. Information on expressing for your newborn. Information on the let-down reflex and getting your milk to flow. Breast compression information. Galactagogues (substances claimed to increase supply), including medicines. Donor milk information. How partners can provide support after baby is born. How family and friends can be a breastfeeding village. Breastfeeding, chest feeding and human milk feeding: Supporting LGBTQIA+ families book, available for purchase as an instant download. Breastfeeding and co-sleeping information. Storing expressed breastmilk information. Information on breastfeeding this time around if breastfeeding didn’t go so well for you the first or previous times. Credits: This episode is presented by Emma Pennell. Featuring Sarah. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Laura Allison. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

Does your baby snack feed? The duration and scheduling of breastfeeds is a hot topic both for mums having questions and others giving advice. Jess and Simone chat about feed timing, and what Simone likes to call the lasagne effect. Get links to resources and information discussed, the episode transcript, and the companion blog here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-the-lasagne-effect Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Jessica Pressland-Black. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

Many mothers successfully combine a return to work or study with continued breastfeeding. Like most things, a little planning goes a long way. In this episode Katie shares with Jessica her story of returning to fly-in, fly-out, work while breastfeeding, including her suggestions for a ‘FIFO kit’ of how she set herself up to succeed. Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-fly-in-fly-out-work-and-breastfeeding Going back to work resource toolkit, covering information on your breastfeeding options, making a breastfeeding and work plan, pumping at work, why keep breastfeeding, how your workplace and child care centre can support you, do I need to pump a milk stash, helping your baby to take expressed breastmilk, and coping with the emotional challenges. Breastfeeding: women and work booklet, available for purchase as an instant download or order in print format. Using a breast pump information, including information on how to clean your pump parts and expressing containers. Storing expressed breastmilk information. Breastfeeding: expressing and storing breastmilk booklet, available for purchase as an instant download or order in print format. Information on expressed breastmilk and air travel. A caregiver's guide to the breastfed baby leaflet. How breasts make milk information. Unusual colours (appearance) and smells of breastmilk information. Oversupply information. Tongue-tie and breastfeeding information. Mastitis information. 12 months and beyond resource toolkit, covering information on breastfeeding and toddlers. Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard. Featuring Katie. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Elizabeth Beckitt. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

Should you have a glass of wine at dinner? Or enjoy a couple of drinks at a celebration? Jessica and Naomi break down what to consider when deciding whether to have a drink or not while breastfeeding. We also hear from Dr Lisa Amir on how alcohol as a a drug impacts breastmilk. Get links to resources and information discussed, the episode transcript, and the companion blog here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-and-alcohol Alcohol and breastfeeding information. Alcohol and breastfeeding: a guide for mothers brochure. Feed Safe app, available for Apple iOS and Android. An interview with Dr Lisa Amir on medications and alcohol. Breastfeeding: diet, sex and more booklet, available for purchase as an instant download or order in print format. Breastfeeding and medications information, including contact information for the NPS Medicines Line or the Medicines Information Centre(s) in your state or territory. Hand expressing information. Expressing and storing breastmilk booklet, available for purchase as an instant download or order in print format. A caregiver's guide to the breastfed baby leaflet. Breastfeeding and co-sleeping information. Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Naomi Hull. Featuring Dr Lisa Amir. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Additional reporting by Nicole Bridges. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Caitlin Sabjan. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

Many mums wonder about how their boob size or shape might impact on feeding their baby, especially when preparing for their first child. Jess talks to Naomi about breastfeeding with big boobs, little boobs and everything in between. Naomi also answers the question, ‘What do normal boobs look like?'.Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-big-boobs-little-boobs-and-everything-in-betweenVisit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/blog-whats-size-got-to-do-with-itFor breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeeding-helpline

Many mums have ideas about what breastfeeding will look like before their baby arrives. Kate’s plan was to wean her first baby at around 6 months. After some initial hurdles, she found ABA and discovered how breastfeeding could continue past 6 months as part of her parenting toolbox. Kate shares with Belinda her experiences of breastfeeding her three children through pregnancy, tandem feeding and weaning over eleven consecutive years, and how her local ABA group provided support for her to breastfeed and parent confidently.Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-eleven-years-of-breastfeedingFor breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeeding-helpline

We know that breastmilk is just right for babies but what should mums eat? How can mums look after their own nutrition through pregnancy and breastfeeding and ensure their little one gets off to a great start in life? Andrea chats with Dr Treasure McGuire, a pharmacist with expertise in reproductive health, about the role of nutrients and nutrition in the first 1000 days of life.Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-the-role-of-nutrients-and-nutrition-in-the-first-1000-days-of-lifeFor breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeeding-helpline

Leila talks to Jess about the role a breastfeeding counsellor plays in providing mum-to-mum support. We also hear from Kristy about her experience calling the National Breastfeeding Helpline and receiving that support. Leila also tells us about the training breastfeeding counsellors receive and how people can become involved with volunteering with ABA.Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-what-is-a-breastfeeding-counsellorVisit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/blog-better-together-volunteering-with-abaFor breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeeding-helpline

Breastfeeding, although natural, is also a learned skill. Lots of first-time mums learn to breastfeed and overcome any hurdles when they’ve only got their baby to look after. For others they might learn to breastfeed while also looking after older kids. This was the case for Pam.  In this episode she shares her story with Laura about her experience learning to breastfeed for the first time with her third child.Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-first-time-breastfeeder-third-time-mumFor breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeeding-helpline

Adele has a super power … it’s her left breast. In this episode she shares her story with Jessica about her experience with one sided breastfeeding and becoming a mum to her four children.Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-super-leftieVisit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/blog-thank-you-big-boob-thank-you-little-boobFor breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeeding-helpline

Talking breastfeeding with special guest Prof. Wendy Ingman.Nicole talks with Professor Wendy Ingman about her research and work as a mammary gland biologist. We learn about interesting aspects of lactation in mammals, including the fascinating Tammar Wallaby. The signs and symptoms of mastitis in humans is discussed as well as what mums can do if they develop mastitis. Wendy also answers the question, ‘Are we just like cows?'.Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-mastitis-are-we-just-like-cowsFor breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeeding-helpline

You have finally entered into the world of a 4-month-old baby. You have exited the land of newborn and its unpredictability and your newest destination is the stability of an older baby, an infant who must by now have a more predictable schedule who sleeps all night. Or so you thought! Laura, Jacquie and Naomi talk about the challenges and delights of this age, and Jacquie shares her experience with her recent experience with her own baby.Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-the-4-month-old-babyVisit the blog for more on this topic: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/blog-the-4-month-old-babyFor breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeeding-helpline

Breastfeeding isn’t just up to mums! Support from everyone is vital to success.World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated each year from 1 to 7 August. This year Jess talks to Jennifer Hurrell, volunteer breastfeeding counsellor and community educator, about how everyone has a shared role in protecting breastfeeding in the warm chain of breastfeeding support.Links to more about the information discussed in this episode and the episode transcript: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-world-breastfeeding-week-protect-breastfeeding-a-shared-responsibilityFor breastfeeding help right now (for listeners in Australia), call our National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeeding-helpline