Discover the truth behind breastfeeding supplements like fenugreek and lactation cookies. The hosts dissect a study on moringa's impact on milk supply, separating myth from reality. They emphasize the importance of professional advice while navigating the myriad of products marketed to new mothers. The conversation explores the placebo effect, challenging claims made by unregulated supplements. With a focus on evidence-based support, this discussion helps empower parents on their breastfeeding journey.
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Listener Stockpiled 330 Ounces For Travel
A listener pumped 330 ounces to feed her baby while competing at the skydiving world cup.
Dianne and Abby praise her planning and commitment to breastfeeding during travel.
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Supplements Flood You When You're Vulnerable
Breastfeeding supplements flood the internet at moments of parental worry and poor sleep.
Dianne and Abby warn many lack solid research supporting claims.
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Check Hormone Drugs With A Clinician
Do consult a clinician before using medications that affect prolactin, like domperidone or metoclopramide (Reglan).
Avoid unsupervised use because both drugs have serious side effects.
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Have you seen advertisements for milk supply supplements? Things like herbal supplements and lactation cookies? Have you ever wondered if they work? Today Dianne and Abby discuss supplements, what works, and they breakdown a recent study for you about a popular herb used for milk supply. Don’t miss this episode! If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you.
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Things we talked about: Supplements are all over the internet [8:01] Medications [10:58] Fenugreek [13:06] Placebo affect is real [17:06] Do you feel like they are helping? [20:50] The Moringa study [21:38] Dosage [23:20] Supplements are not regulated [24:15] Lactation cookies and brownies [26:17] Is it truly a milk supply problem? [27:50]
Links to information we discussed or episodes you should check out! https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/crushing-breastfeeding-myths-in-2023/ https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/separation-anxiety/
Set up your consultation with Dianne https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/
Check out Dianne’s blog here: https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/
Here is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby: AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.com Dianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.com
Music we use: Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012) courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott Holmes
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