Fourth Trimester: The First Months and Beyond | Parenting | Newborn Baby | Postpartum | Doula Get A Healthy Start - Nutrition, Breastfeeding & Building Your Community with WIC's Kiran Saluja
This episode features Kiran Saluja, the Executive Director of the PHFE WIC (Women Infants Children) Program. She is a respected authority in the field of nutrition and breastfeeding. With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Kiran brings an exceptional depth of knowledge and passion to our discussion.
We talk about common breastfeeding challenges and solutions, nutritional guidance, and the significance of building a robust support network, including practical advice on:
- What Diet to Maintain While Breastfeeding
- Recognizing Infant Cues
- Managing Postpartum Expectations
- How Everyone Can Utilize WIC Resources
Kiran is so down-to-earth and she is such an enjoyable speaker. Her own experiences as a mother and grandmother enrich our conversation with the many stories shared. We loved the discussion and hope you do as well!
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Links and resources mentioned: (links can also be found on fourthtrimesterpodcast.com)
Breastfeeding Resources: The decision of how to feed your baby is a big one. The more you learn about feeding your newborn, the more confident and comfortable you will be after your baby is born. This hospital experience guide will help you get off to a great start in the first hours and days after delivery, and this guide to breastfeeding has tips for positioning and getting a great latch. Feeding gets easier as the days go by and you get to know your baby’s hunger cues, fullness cues, and other ways they communicate with you.
Postpartum Nutrition: Taking care of YOU is as important as taking care of your baby. Be healthy for you and your baby both of you with good postpartum nutrition and self-care.
Find your local WIC program: www.Signupwic.com
More than half of babies born in the US qualify for WIC. Use this screening tool to see if you may be eligible.
Connect with Kiran Saluja www.phfewic.org | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok
Full show notes fourthtrimesterpodcast.com
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