Today, I’m talking to the brilliant Caprice Fox, an educator and advocate from Bristol, about her experiences and advocacy work related to breastfeeding and inclusivity. We discuss the importance of representation and inclusive practices in breastfeeding campaigns and the damage of micro-agressions. Caprice shares her personal story and talks about her co-parenting journey with her wife, Holly. We also talk about her work with Black Mothers Matter and the importance of addressing systemic racism and inclusion in healthcare and education.You can find Caprice on Instagram @the.fox.family You can find her website here: Caprice Fox EdMy new picture book on how breastfeeding journeys end, The Story of Jessie’s Milkies, is available from Amazon here - The Story of Jessie's Milkies. In the UK, you can also buy it from The Children’s Bookshop in Muswell Hill, London. Other book shops and libraries can source a copy from Ingram Spark publishing.You can also get 10% off my books on supporting breastfeeding beyond six months and supporting the transition from breastfeeding at the Jessica Kingsley press website, that's uk.jkp.com using the code MMPE10 at checkout.Follow me on Instagram @emmapickettibclc or find out more on my website www.emmapickettbreastfeedingsupport.com Resources mentioned - Black Mothers Matter https://www.blackmothersmatter.org/Spectrum Lactation Image library https://spectrumlactation.org/@midwifekeelie @ash_bainbridge@novareidofficial This podcast is presented by Emma Pickett IBCLC, and produced by Emily Crosby Media.
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Amy's story - breastfeeding through losses
This week, I’m honoured to be joined by Amy Viniski, a breastfeeding peer supporter and mindful breastfeeding practitioner, to share her personal experiences with pregnancy loss while breastfeeding. Amy candidly shares the emotional and physical challenges she faced through multiple losses, including an ectopic pregnancy and miscarriages. We discuss the misconceptions surrounding breastfeeding and miscarriage risk, the importance of support, and balancing personal grief while continuing to care for a breastfeeding child. At around 55 minutes, Amy also guides listeners through a mindfulness breathing exercise, providing a supportive resource for others who may be dealing with similar experiences.You can follow Amy on Instagram at @nurture_nest_ukMy new picture book on how breastfeeding journeys end, The Story of Jessie’s Milkies, is available from Amazon here - The Story of Jessie's Milkies. In the UK, you can also buy it from The Children’s Bookshop in Muswell Hill, London. Other book shops and libraries can source a copy from Ingram Spark publishing.You can also get 10% off my books on supporting breastfeeding beyond six months and supporting the transition from breastfeeding at the Jessica Kingsley press website, that's uk.jkp.com using the code MMPE10 at checkout.Follow me on Instagram @emmapickettibclc or find out more on my website www.emmapickettbreastfeedingsupport.com Resources - Sands - Saving babies' lives. Supporting bereaved families https://www.sands.org.uk/Tommy's - The pregnancy and baby charity https://www.tommys.org/Mindful Breastfeeding Training, Classes & Courses For Professionals - Anna Le Grange, Lactation Consultant IBCLC https://mindfulbreastfeeding.co.uk/ This podcast is presented by Emma Pickett IBCLC, and produced by Emily Crosby Media.
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Gabrielle's story - tandem feeding and the protection of breastfeeding
This week I’m speaking to the lovely Gabby from Edinburgh about her experiences with tandem breastfeeding her two children, who are three and a half years and 10 months old. Gabby discusses the practicalities and challenges of her tandem feeding journey, including co-sleeping, night weaning, and dealing with her eldest child's sleep apnea. She shares her struggles with breastfeeding her younger child, who initially refused to latch due to her infection, and the steps she took, including seeking professional help, to successfully re-establish breastfeeding. Gabby also talks about her health conditions, including Ehlers-Danlos Hypermobility Syndrome and Ankylosing Spondylitis, and how breastfeeding has proven to be protective for her own health.My picture book on how breastfeeding journeys end, The Story of Jessie’s Milkies, is available from Amazon here - The Story of Jessie's Milkies. In the UK, you can also buy it from The Children’s Bookshop in Muswell Hill, London. Other book shops and libraries can source a copy from Ingram Spark publishing.You can also get 10% off my books on supporting breastfeeding beyond six months and supporting the transition from breastfeeding at the Jessica Kingsley press website, that's uk.jkp.com using the code MMPE10 at checkout.Follow me on Instagram @emmapickettibclc or find out more on my website www.emmapickettbreastfeedingsupport.comResources mentioned - We talked about Carla Rodrigues https://www.latchworld.co.uk/Stretched to the Limits by Rachel Fitz-Desorgher https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/rachel-fitz-desorgher-2/stretched-to-the-limits/9781839972492/ This podcast is presented by Emma Pickett IBCLC, and produced by Emily Crosby Media.
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Low milk supply with Caoimhe Whelan IBCLC
This week, I’m talking to the wonderful Caoimhe Whelan IBCLC, an Irish lactation consultant and author, about her specialist subject, primary low milk supply. Caoimhe shares her research on insufficient glandular tissue and its impact on breastfeeding mothers and families. We talk about antenatal and postnatal support, the complexities of diagnosing low milk supply, and the role of technology and galactagogues. You can find out more about Caoimhe on her website https://latch.ie/ and find her research at https://internationalbreastfeedingjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13006-025-00699-4You can find out more about her fabulous book here: Practical Breastfeeding | Book by Caoimhe Whelan, Lauren Rebbeck, Nicola O'Byrne | Official Publisher Page | Simon & Schuster UKMy new picture book on how breastfeeding journeys end, The Story of Jessie’s Milkies, is available from Amazon here - The Story of Jessie's Milkies. In the UK, you can also buy it from The Children’s Bookshop in Muswell Hill, London. Other book shops and libraries can source a copy from Ingram Spark publishing.You can also get 10% off my books on supporting breastfeeding beyond six months and supporting the transition from breastfeeding at the Jessica Kingsley press website, that's uk.jkp.com using the code MMPE10 at checkout.Follow me on Instagram @emmapickettibclc or find out more on my website www.emmapickettbreastfeedingsupport.com Resources mentioned - https://www.lowmilksupply.org/abouthttps://professoramybrown.co.uk/breastfeeding-grief This podcast is presented by Emma Pickett IBCLC, and produced by Emily Crosby Media.
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Maryam's story - being a doctor with breastfeeding challenges
This week I’m talking to the fabulous Maryam, a doctor and mother from Manchester, about her breastfeeding journey. Despite initial struggles, including mixed advice, nipple shields, a tongue-tie, and pump issues, Maryam remained determined and successfully transitioned back from triple feeding to exclusive breastfeeding. We explore the emotional and physical challenges she faced, the role of family support, and the impact of her experiences on her professional perspective as a doctor. Maryam also highlights the importance of culturally competent breastfeeding support and the innovative efforts of the Medics Lactation Community (MiLC) in providing peer support and educational resources for doctors.Find out more about MiLC at https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14LwrHajAd9/?mibextid=wwXIfrAnd the Education network - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1749BkEGfr/?mibextid=wwXIfrMy new picture book on how breastfeeding journeys end, The Story of Jessie’s Milkies, is available from Amazon here - The Story of Jessie's Milkies. In the UK, you can also buy it from The Children’s Bookshop in Muswell Hill, London. Other book shops and libraries can source a copy from Ingram Spark publishing.You can also get 10% off my books on supporting breastfeeding beyond six months and supporting the transition from breastfeeding at the Jessica Kingsley press website, that's uk.jkp.com using the code MMPE10 at checkout.Follow me on Instagram @emmapickettibclc or find out more on my website www.emmapickettbreastfeedingsupport.com This podcast is presented by Emma Pickett IBCLC, and produced by Emily Crosby Media.
About Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end
A companion to your infant feeding journey, this podcast explores how to get breastfeeding off to a good start (and how to end it) in a way that meets everyone's needs.Emma Pickett has been a Board Certified Lactation Consultant since 2011. As an author (of 4 books), trainer, volunteer and breastfeeding counsellor, she has supported thousands of families to reach their infant feeding goals.Breastfeeding/ chest feeding may be natural, but it isn't always easy for everyone. Hearing about other parent's experiences and getting information from lactation-obsessed experts can help.
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