Ep 24: Newborn and Infant Breastfeeding and Sleep with Lactation Consultant Shona Cassels - IBCLC
Description
On this week's episode, Kayla and Tara settle their giggles from the intro to have an in-depth chat about breastfeeding and sleep with Lactation Consultant Shona Cassels, IBCLC. If you have a newborn, infant, or toddler - and you have questions about breastfeeding or sleep, then this episode is a must-listen.
Shona has so much insight and knowledge and discusses how her own motherhood journey colours the way she works with women, before and after birth. Kayla talks about how Shona was her saviour after the birth of Elliott and after listening to Shona speak you will soon see why.
This episode includes:
Sleep pressure
Wake windows and unique babies
Naps and the body clock
Tips for newborns and trying to figure out the night from day
How often should babies feed?
Feeding to sleep
Dummies - yay or nay?
Milk supply issues
Why the first 6 weeks are so important
Weaning - how and when is a good time?
Expressing colostrum
Plus, much, much more!
To get in touch with Shona head to https://www.shonacasselsibclc.com.au/ or follow her on Instagram @shonaibclc or Facebook.
The Australian Breastfeeding Association is such a great resource for women as discussed, they have a helpline 1800 686 268, or visit their website for more information - https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/
The book Kayla mentions that Shona suggested for her is - The Discontented Little Baby Book by Pamela Douglas.
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