Breastfeeding, chest feeding, body feeding, bottle-feeding.  There are many ways to feed an infant (this list doesn't even include cup feeding, finger feeding and more!).  Gender diverse and queer families need unique support when expecting and as new parents.  Their lactation consultant needs to be knowledgeable about inducing lactation with herbs or medications, alternative feeding methods and many other feeding options to support their needs.  Jacob Engelsman has written a book not only to help queen families, but to help lactation consultants and other providers learn and support these families better.  Listen as Katie Oshita and Jacob Engelsman discuss supporting Queer families in many different ways.

Podcast Guest: Jacob Engelsman is an IBCLC specializing in lactation support for gender diverse families. He is the author of Lactation for the Rest of Us: A Guide for Queer and Trans Parents and Helpers as well as many talks and articles on how clinicians can better support LGBTQIA+ families.

Podcast host: Katie Oshita, RN, BSN, IBCLC has over 24 years of experience working in Maternal-Infant Medicine.  While Katie sees clients locally in western WA, Katie is also a telehealth lactation consultant believing that clients anywhere in the world deserve the best care possible for their needs.  Being an expert on TOTs, Katie helps families everywhere navigate breastfeeding struggles, especially when related to tongue tie or low supply.  Katie is also passionate about finding the root cause of symptoms, using Functional Medicine practices to help client not just survive, but truly thrive. Email katie@cuddlesandmilk.com or www.cuddlesandmilk.com