#9: Breastfeeding and Booze: Unpacking the Controversy Behind Breastmilk Test Strips

🌟 Can breastmilk test strips provide peace of mind—or are they feeding into a larger issue?

In this episode of Strong Moms and the Booze's Whisper, we’re tackling a polarizing topic: the rise of breastmilk test strips marketed to breastfeeding moms who drink alcohol. Are these products a blessing that empowers moms—or a curse that creates a false sense of security? Drawing from personal experience and research, we’ll explore both sides of the debate.

Here’s what you’ll discover:

• 5 key facts about how alcohol impacts breastmilk and your baby.
• The promise and the pitfalls of breastmilk test strips—and whether they truly work.
• How these products reflect society’s normalization of alcohol use—even for breastfeeding moms.
• The risks of relying on test strips alone and why your gut instinct as a mom matters.
• A holistic approach to navigating social pressure, breastfeeding, and alcohol.

✨ Breastmilk test strips may offer convenience, but real empowerment comes from understanding the full picture and making informed, confident choices.

🎧 Listen now to uncover the truth about this controversial product and learn how to navigate breastfeeding and alcohol with clarity and care.

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