About this episode
Today, we’re venturing into a postpartum topic — breastfeeding! After Dr. Stu tells Blyss about his last Los Angeles adventure, they are joined by the incredible Chelsea Poyo-Nieto BA, IBCLC who unpacks how to set yourself up for success with breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is a learned skill, and it’s important to invest in your ability through a breastfeeding class and with a lactation consultant. In this episode, you’ll learn how your birth experience and being in a hospital can affect the early days of breastfeeding, and ways to navigate the challenges that may arise. In this episode of Birthing Instincts: Your hospital experience can lead to breastfeeding struggles Breastfeeding is a learned skill Skin-on-skin contact & why swaddling prevents nursing Benefits of breastfeeding over bottle-feeding Breastfeeding for baby’s development & risk prevention What to know: birth weight, IV fluids, & mastitis This show is supported by: LMNT | Go to drinklmnt.com/birthinginstincts to get a free sample pack with every order Needed | Use code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS to save 20% off your one-time order or first three months' subscription OR use code BIRTHINGINSTINCTS100 for $100 off the first three months of a plan at thisisneeded.com . Connect with Chelsea: Website: www.ageofraya.com Instagram: @age.of.raya YouTube: Boobs. Sleep. Healing. Connect with Dr. Stu: Instagram: @birthinginstincts Website: birthinginstincts.com Connect with Blyss: Instagram: @birthingblyss Website: birthingblyss.com This show is produced by Soulfire Productions