Ask an IBCLC: sudden drop in supply, cup feeding, your period's impact on supply, and alcohol
Amanda and Anna discuss common breastfeeding concerns. They discuss a sudden drop in milk supply (2:20), the impact of hormonal birth control on milk supply (3:50), infrequent milk removal leading to breast refusal and blocked ducts (6:30), unconventional uses of breastmilk (10:00), moving from cup feeds to breastfeeding (14:00), the impact of your period on milk supply (19:00), releasing the guilt and shame in your breastfeeding journey (20:00), the decision to stop breastfeeding (21:50), the pressure to breastfeed (26:30), whether to pump and dump (28:00), and parenting while hung over (30:30).
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