The Milk Minute- A Lactation Podcast
Clap your hands right now if you're ready to breastfeed/chestfeed/pump in a way that feels empowering instead of suffocating! The Milk Minute Podcast is the best free resource to bring some ease and confidence to your lactation journey and give you a few laughs along the way. Hosted by two midwives and lactation professionals, Heather ONeal and Maureen Farrell give you the most up-to-date evidence-based advice needed to feed your baby in a way that works for you. Discover why families all over the world call Heather and Maureen for all things lactation in this chart-topping podcast. If you want to become a parent who breastfeeds with ease, start with any episode on the list and don't look back!
Episodes
227 episodes
Infant Feeding During a Natural Disaster: A How to Guide
This week on the Milk Minute, Maureen and Heather are addressing a question they've been answering a lot lately, especially in the wake of the two devastating hurricanes that just hit the southeast US. "How do I feed my baby during a natural di...
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Episode 220
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35:28
Top 5 Most Googled Questions About Your Baby- Answered!
Calling all parents! If you’ve ever typed "Is my baby...?" into Google, this episode is for you. We’re diving into the TOP 5 MOST GOOGLED QUESTIONS ABOUT BABIES, covering teething, weight gain, sleep habits, constipation, and illness. Tune in f...
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Episode 219
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44:07
Can I Trust My Baby?
In this episode of Milk Minute, we’re diving into a question that’s on every new mom’s mind: “Is my baby getting enough milk?” Join your favorite midwives and lactation consultants for a laid-back chat about decoding those feeding cues...
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Episode 218
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34:27
Maureen weaned her last baby & Updates from Heather's life
The Milk Minute may have taken a summer break, but life and motherhood never missed a beat! Today, Maureen shares her weaning journey with Lyra, while Heather updates us on some exciting happenings in her life. Packed with laughs, honest conver...
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Episode 217
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38:37
I Had A Baby and Now I Can't Sleep- Postpartum Insomnia with Cady Deitz
On this episode of Milk Minute, we're mixing things up with a real talk about postpartum insomnia. We're chatting with our amazingly courageous patient, Cady Deitz, who’s been open about her own struggles with sleepless nights after having her ...
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Episode 216
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44:18
Rediscover Your Spark: Creativity Tips with Amber Vitti Hill
Feel inspired and empowered in this week's episode where Maureen and Heather chat with Amber Vitti Hill, a creative coach, writer and mom who’s all about helping people reconnect with their creativity and rediscover themselves. Amber shares pra...
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Episode 215
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42:43
Nipple Wound Case Studies
This week on the Milk Minute, we’re talking all about nipples—specifically, nipple wounds and how they make breastfeeding wayy less enjoyable. Hear firsthand accounts from real parents who’ve experienced these challenges and get practi...
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Episode 214
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42:24
Domperidone….or Domperidon’t?
In this episode of The Milk Minute, we're tackling a topic that’s been on a lot of your minds: Domperidone. We’ll break down how this medication works, why some women use it to boost milk supply, and what the latest research says. We’l...
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Episode 213
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46:56
Welcome Back!
Welcome back to a new season of the Milk Minute Podcast! Join hosts Heather and Maureen, two experienced midwives and lactation consultants, as they kick off the season after a refreshing summer break. Celebrate Maureen's birthday toda...
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Episode 212
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48:11
Dating While Breastfeeding: Stories of lactating singles
Today on the Milk Minute we wanted to give a nod to all of our breastfeeding friends who are dating and doing their best to find a balance as a single parent. This shit ain’t easy and no one is talking about it. Heather became a single parent w...
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Episode 211
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28:36
Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer
Can you reduce the risk of breast cancer by breastfeeding? Today on the Milk Minute we talk about breastfeeding, breast cancer, and what the science says about their correlation. While it's wonderful that so many of us make self-less choices as...
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Episode 210
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38:50
Daycare and Milk Storage: Heather's personal struggles
Today on the Milk Minute we're sharing all of Heather's struggles when it comes to storing milk at daycare and life with baby while also running a business. You read that right. The CNM, IBCLC, and founder of a breastfeeding business and podcas...
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Episode 209
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45:23
Melatonin and Breastfeeding
Today on the Milk Minute we explore melatonin and breastfeeding. Melatonin is fascinating and supplementation with this sleep hormone has been a random focus of Maureen's. We'd like to dig deep into what it is and how it works in the body...
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Episode 208
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50:37
Unlocking Better Sleep for Parents and Babies: A Holistic Approach with Kim Hawley
Join Maureen and Heather on the Milk Minute as we chat with Kim Hawley, IBCLC, of Intuitive Parenting, about unlocking better sleep for parents and babies. From gentle sleep training methods to optimizing breastfeeding practices for better slee...
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Episode 207
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49:32
Ceres Chill Updates: Interview with CEO and Founder Lisa Myers
Today on the Milk Minute, Maureen and Heather reunite with one of their favorite people in the breastfeeding world, Lisa Myers, Founder and CEO of Ceres Chill. If you've been listening to the Milk Minute, you already know how much they love Cer...
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Episode 206
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54:53
Interview with The Tongue Tie Expert: Lisa Paladino
Welcome to the Milk Minute Podcast! Today we’re thrilled to be joined by Lisa Paladino of the Tongue Tie Experts. For those of you who saw the recent pieces in the New York Times about “the big business of cutting babies’ tongues” and have seen...
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Episode 205
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1:14:40
Black Maternal Health and Breastfeeding: Interview with Dr. Toya
This week on the Milk Minute we focus on black maternal health and breastfeeding. Our expert guest is Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson, affectionately known as Dr. Toya on social media, is a wife, mother, board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist ...
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Episode 204
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1:00:03
Is Breast Best? Interview with Victoria Facelli, IBCLC, Author of Feed the Baby
Breast is best. We've all heard it, now let's talk about it. Today the Milk Minute is honored to have Victoria Facelli, author of "Feed the Baby: an inclusive guide to nursing, bottle feeding, and everything in between" on the show to discuss h...
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Episode 203
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59:57
Breast Surgery and Breastfeeding: Interview with Dr. Katrina Mitchell
In this special episode of the Milk Minute, Heather and Maureen chat with Dr. Katrina Mitchell, a board-certified surgeon, breast oncologist, IBCLC, and PMH-C with over 20 years of expertise. They dive into the topic of breast surgeries, includ...
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Episode 202
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1:04:57
Return to sex and physical intimacy postpartum - Interview with Connie Lappa
Today on the Milk Minute we’re talking about sex postpartum while breastfeeding. Sex and physical intimacy postpartum can be a touchy subject, but we’re here to help! Our special guest for the day is Connie Lappa, a licensed psychotherapist who...
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Episode 201
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52:58
Celebrate 200 Episodes with the Milk Minute
Welcome to the 200th Milk Minute episode! It's been 3 years of sharing all things lactation, body positivity, relationships, and mental health. Your favorite midwife and lactation professional hosts sit down to both acknowledge and celebrate th...
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Episode 200
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41:18
Breastfeeding in The First 3 Days Postpartum
Breastfeeding in the first 3 days postpartum can be both challenging and magical. It's normal for mothers to face difficulties in the initial days, but important to recognize and appreciate the progress you're making in your breastfeeding journ...
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Episode 199
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48:50
Come Together and Create Lasting Sexual Connections (even after a baby)-Interview with Emily Nagoski, PhD
Get ready for some real talk on The Milk Minute Podcast! Today Maureen and Heather welcome their new friend, favorite author, and podcast guest, Emily Nagoski! Emily is the award-winning author of the New York Times best selling, “Come As You A...
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Episode 198
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1:04:22
Welcome Back! What I Learned from Birth #3
Welcome back to the Milk Minute! Maureen and Heather are back from their hiatus and finally finished with holiday madness. Today we recap Heather’s birth and postpartum experience for those of you who don’t also listen to Beyond the Boob. We al...
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Episode 197
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29:08