Episode 29: Returning to Work While Breastfeeding: Tips from Certified Lactation Counselor Jada Glover

Breastfeeding is great for our babies, but it can be tricky sometimes when mom is retuning to work. Jada Glover, a Certified Lactation Counselor shares with us very useful and practical tips on how breastfeeding moms can make a smooth and successful transition from home back to work. 

On this episode Mama Instincts and Certified Lactation Consultant Jada talk about:

• How to trouble shoot breastfeeding issues - most issues can be worked through so don’t give up hope!
• Tips for a smooth transition from home to work
• Recommendations on everything from bottles and pumps to bras and nursing pads
• What kind of milk stashes moms really need before heading back to work
• General schedules for breastfeeding, pumping and bottle feeding baby when you return to work
• Tips for maximizing milk supply and how to deal with decreased milk production
• Self care tips including ideas for how your partner can support you and baby
• Breastfeeding and pumping rights provided as part of the Affordable Care Act of 2010

After listening to this episode you will be empowered to prepare yourself and your baby for a smooth transition from breastfeeding at home to returning to work. You will feel confident to trust your instincts and your bond with your baby as you create a new healthy lifestyle for you and your baby as a working mom.

For full show notes, click here.

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