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April 2, 2024 51 mins
Listen to a comprehensive virtual lactation consultation addressing concerns and providing advice on breastfeeding, particularly focusing on preventing mastitis and optimizing milk supply. Elle, who shared her first breastfeeding experience which resulted in a baseball sized abscess being removed joins Lo to get some questions and concerns answered. The consultant offers advice on mastitis prevention, including recommendations for ice instead of heat and lymphatic breast massage. They also discuss correct breastfeeding techniques, the importance of breast compressions, flange sizing for effective pumping, and signs of successful breastfeeding like the baby's weight gain and feeding patterns. The conversation includes troubleshooting low milk output from one breast and ensuring the baby has a proper latch to prevent pain and optimize feeding.

00:00 Opening Up About Breastfeeding Challenges
02:01 Seeking Professional Advice: Questions and Goals
03:42 Daily Nursing Routine and Concerns
04:59 Addressing Uneven Milk Supply and Nursing Techniques
09:18 Practical Nursing Tips and Observing Swallow Patterns
18:42 Concluding Thoughts on Nursing Success and Baby's Well-being
22:25 Nursing Techniques and Addressing Pain
25:08 Pumping Strategies and Milk Supply Management
35:42 Mastitis Prevention and Care Recommendations
45:19 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Gratitude

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