Jennifer Davidson and Kimmy Mills are a team of lactation consultants best known as the Milky Way Mamas who are on a mission to educate and empower clients on the amazing benefits of breastfeeding. Our conversation covers a variety of common breastfeeding topics such as milk supply, engorgement, thrush, and mastitis. While honoring the unique journey of every nursing mother, Jennifer and Kimmy share helpful tips and resources so that new mothers feel both supported and validated. You can connect with Jennifer and Kimmy by visiting their website or following them on Instagram @themilkywaymamas and @theartofnurture.
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4:43 Factors to consider and prep for after birth
6:46 Thrush
16:50 Engorgement: diagnosis, prevention, and treatment
28:05 How does food impact milk supply?
32:36 Consuming alcohol while breastfeeding
33:36 Nursing is still possible when a mother cannot breastfeed
36:57 Jennifer’s birth experience
40:35 Kimmy’s birth stories
49:31 Milky Way film and The Art of Nurture nursing benches
52:27 Where to find Kimmy and Jennifer’s projects and work
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