Best Erin Hawley Podcasts (2024)

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45: "Help! I'm going on a work trip" 3 ways to prep dad & breastfed toddler for their first night alone together 29:08

5d ago29:08

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This week I'm answering a coaching call question from an extended breastfeeding mom: "My toddler often doesn't accept dad at night when she wakes up crying. I am and have always been the preferred parent. I have just found out about a work trip I need to take which will have me away from my 2-year-old overnight for the first time. Typically, I feed…

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44 - HELP! My toddler is struggling to listen first thing in the morning (and a quick personal update!) 20:11

12d ago20:11

20:11

**SUBMIT YOUR Q FOR ME TO ANSWER IN FUTURE EPISODES** In this week's episode of Start to Stop Toddler Breastfeeding, I'm answering a question I received from a student in Own Your Breastfeeding Story. "How can I encourage my 2 year old to settle down when he is on the bed with us? We cosleep and most of the time especially in the morning when he wa…

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43: UPDATED Tandem breastfeeding: Life with 2 booby-monsters (part 3 of the tandem feeding series)* 40:06

2M ago40:06

40:06

**AUDIO FIXED** Breastfeeding a toddler and a newborn... at the same time -> most people in the Western world think this is crazy. And yet, I breastfed 2 kids (of different ages) for 3.5 years, and I hear from listeners all the time who are either doing it or considering it. But, just like most things "extended breastfeeding" there aren't many plac…

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42 - Breastfeeding a toddler while pregnant (part 2 of the tandem feeding series) 34:26

2M ago34:26

34:26

Finding out you are pregnant is a complex at the best of times. Having concerns about safety for you and your growing baby, finding your life impacted in ways you never would have expected, and feeling emotions you didn't know were possible (thank you hormones!) are all normal things in pregnancy - but there is an added layer of concern and change …

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41: Getting pregnant (or not!) while breastfeeding a toddler (part 1 of the tandem feeding series) 30:44

2M ago30:44

30:44

Trying to understand your fertility while you are breastfeeding your toddler is an uphill battle. Sure - Google abounds with tips & information about conception and contraception, but less so about conception and contraception while you are breastfeeding... and finding support for making sense of those things while you are breastfeeding a TODDLER?!…

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(Toddler) Breastfeeding Goals - Do they really matter? (BTS Bonus Episode 4) 15:57

3M ago15:57

15:57

Have you ever felt the pressure of setting specific breastfeeding goals? I know I have! In the beginning, I felt like I had to have these concrete goals because, let's face it, everyone asks! But guess what? Once you are actually "in it" - things shift and change day-to-day and all of that concrete thinking feels a whole lot more abstract. In this …

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My Nursing Aversion & Mental Health Struggles (BTS Bonus Episode 3) 27:10

3M ago27:10

27:10

Welcome to episode three of this Behind the Scenes series! In this candid conversation, I'm opening up about my mental health journey, embracing the highs and lows of anxiety, and depression, and sharing how it all ties into my experience with nursing aversion. This episode isn't just about my journey; it's an invitation to explore the intersection…

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What it's like breastfeeding my 4 yo - a day in the life (BTS Bonus Episode 2) 22:53

3M ago22:53

22:53

Tune into this episode to hear about sleep, boundaries, and more in my home right now. Ever wonder what life might look like if you were breastfeeding a 4 year old? Apparently, a lot of you have! Hundreds of you were curious about my current breastfeeding experience. So, I decided to break down what it's like to breastfeed my 4-year-old. I know it …

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Survival Mode Motherhood (Ep. 1 of Behind the Scenes Series) 15:14

4M ago15:14

15:14

If you have longed for a "me too," or an "I get it" for the times when parenting feels like you are just doing what you can to survive the day - this is the episode for you. 2023 was a crazy ride for me. Launching this podcast was incredible, but a lot was going on behind the scenes - including health struggles for me, which led to a lot of "surviv…

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40: Breastfeeding Manners - what to do with demanding older babies, toddlers & preschoolers 43:32

4M ago43:32

43:32

The shirt-pulling, screaming, and demands to breastfeed have gotten to the point that you find yourself dreading them before your toddler has even thought about breastfeeding again. When they do, inevitably "ask" to breastfeed, the fear of reinforcing all of their bad behaviors reverberates through your body as you quickly try to decide if you will…

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39: a massive cultural barrier to natural term breastfeeding & toddler weaning with confidence and calm 25:56

5M ago25:56

25:56

Breastfeeding & weaning your toddler with confidence and connection isn't impossible. But the reason it feels that way (at least some of the time) isn't your fault. In today's podcast episode I break down the first of 3 cultural traps that keep you stuck and frustrated on your natural term breastfeeding & toddler weaning journey. (The other 2 are a…

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38 - My toddler only wants me for my milk - confessions of a milk machine 26:20

6M ago26:20

26:20

"They swarm me whenever I sit down and will SCREAM until I breastfeed them - and then they are off to play. They never want snuggle without breastfeeding. I feel like all I am is a milk machine."

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37 - My Supporting Toddler Breastfeeding Moms Evolution - (Aka the birth of my 3rd "child" Own Your Breastfeeding Story") 23:59

6M ago23:59

23:59

Lactation support for newborns is hard enough to come by - but when I decided to focus on toddler breastfeeding there was NO one to look too and say "ah, that's how it's done!" So, there was (a lot of) trial & error as I worked to create some kind of support that WORKED to help toddler breastfeeding families get unstuck from the loop of boundary bu…

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36: To wean or not to wean (for the unsure toddler breastfeeding momma) 21:03

6M ago21:03

21:03

Hands up if you have gone back & forth about whether or not you should wean your breastfeeding toddler?! 🙋‍♀️ It makes sense - and trust me, you are NOT alone. (It's one of the most common dilemmas "extended" breastfeeding moms face.) In this episode, I offer you an alternative to the "to wean or not to wean" conundrum that will have you feeling ho…

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35: How to wean a clingy toddler from breastfeeding 17:20

6M ago17:20

17:20

In this episode, I discuss the challenges of weaning your booby-obsessed toddler when they're not quite ready to stop breastfeeding. I explore the role of internal experiences, stress, and co-regulation in this process. Key Points: You Can't Magically Make Them Ready: Unfortunately, you can't instantly make your toddler ready to wean - no matter ho…

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34: Why (almost) all the toddler breastfeeding advice is WRONG (and why there is still hope!) 23:36

6M ago23:36

23:36

Who knew you would be longing for the early days of breastfeeding again a year or two don't the road? It seems to get MORE complicated the further along you go - and the big reason for this? Really terrible advice, from (often) really well-meaning people! In this week's podcast episode I am breaking down the 3 different types of toddler breastfeedi…

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33: When to stop breastfeeding on demand (and what to do instead) 22:56

7M ago22:56

22:56

Breastfeeding on demand is recommended by leading health & breastfeeding organizations around the world, but what happens when your little one isn't so little anymore? Is there an age where you should stop offering breastmilk anytime your child asks? And if there is - what are you supposed to do after it? In this podcast episode, I break down: What…

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32: Navigating Tantrums While Night Weaning A Toddler 31:36

7M ago31:36

31:36

The hardest part about night weaning? The BIG emotions! In this episode, I break down: The 2 types of toddler "mis"-behavior (what to do for each kind) 6 Big picture considerations for less-stress night weaning 4 steps to navigate night time tantrumss (and when to change course) My best "tip" for night weaning your toddler If you want to read this …

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31: Why is my child waking so much?! Unpacking normal sleep & gentle strategies with Kim Hawley, MA, MPH, IBCLC & Holistic Sleep Coach (Intuitive Parenting DC) 41:01

8M ago41:01

41:01

Ever wished you could decode the enigma of infant and toddler sleep? As your guide through this labyrinth, I’m excited to bring you my engaging conversation with Kim Hawley, an expert in holistic sleep coaching, lactation consulting, and peaceful parenting education – a rare combination indeed! Drawing on Kim’s years of experience, we delve into th…

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30: Clogged Ducts, Engorgement & Mastitis in extended breastfeeding, weaning & beyond 32:25

8M ago32:25

32:25

Engorgement, clogged ducts & mastitis are words all breastfeeding moms are familiar with. They can be scary & overwhelming, particularly at the beginning of your breastfeeding journey, but can pop up throughout the duration of time that you are breastfeeding - mainly when significant changes are happening in your life, including night weaning & com…

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29: Birthing to breastfeed (and tandemfeed!) with Beau Wilson, Midwife & Childbirth Educator 40:24

8M ago40:24

40:24

Labour and deliver impact breastfeeding - and Beau Wilson is here to share all about it. Whether you are pregnant with your first, or planning for your third, this episode will leave you inspired & empowered. Learn about how you can set yourself up for success in both your birthing & breastfeeding, regardless of the external factors that you encoun…

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28: 3 Unexpected ways to get more sleep without night weaning 17:41

9M ago17:41

17:41

Ever wondered why your little one wakes up frequently throughout the night, leaving you both exhausted? Could it be something more than just regular feeding needs? This episode illuminates how certain overlooked medical issues might be the hidden culprits affecting sleep patterns. Learn about the unexpected connection between low iron levels, thyro…

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27: Breastfeeding aches & pains, pelvic floor health and beyond with Katherine Baquie from The FitNest Mama Podcast 46:10

9M ago46:10

46:10

What happens when we start taking care of our bodies and minds during pregnancy and after childbirth? Kath Baquie, a women's physiotherapist and the founder of FitNest Mama, joins us to share her unique insights. In this enlightening conversation, we discuss the real post-birth challenges and how they can affect your breastfeeding journey. Kath als…

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26: How Katie night weaned her 2 year old and re-discovered herself in the process. 31:34

9M ago31:34

31:34

Ever felt drained, tired, and even resentful while going through the demanding process of breastfeeding and weaning your toddler? Join me as I sit down with Katie, a recent graduate of Own Your Breastfeeding Story, who courageously takes us through her night weaning journey. Katie’s transformation is nothing short of inspiring, especially consideri…

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25: 5 Ways to navigate judgement & social pressure while extended breastfeeding 22:47

9M ago22:47

22:47

Have you ever felt judged for your choices around breastfeeding? Are you looking for strategies to confidently navigate these pressures and judgments? We tackle these sensitive topics head-on, offering grounded ways to manage societal pressures surrounding extended breastfeeding. From your intimate relationships to healthcare professionals, we delv…

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83. Literacy as liberation with Nikolai Pizarro of Raising Readers 50:53

10M ago50:53

50:53

How can education be a way to create more belonging and contribution for young people? Today, I have the delight of sharing Nikolai Pizarro of Raising Readers.For full show notes, visit: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2023/07/17/episode83/By Celeste Kirsh

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24: Limits & Boundaries: Empowering Strategies for Breastfeeding Toddlers 31:02

9M ago31:02

31:02

Does the word 'boundaries' make you flinch? Are you riddled with guilt about setting limits when it comes to breastfeeding your toddler? Release that guilt and hold your head high as this episode tackles the often-contentious subject of breastfeeding boundaries head-on. In this episode you'll get: A fresh take on boundaries and a (probably) new-to-…

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82. Critical media literacy in action with Erin Oxland 36:09

10M ago36:09

36:09

How might teachers respond when truth seems to be increasingly devalued in what young people read online? I am joined by Erin Oxland to discuss this question and many others along the way.Erin Oxland is the First Vice President, Lead Negotiator, and Grievance Officer for the Kawartha Pine Ridge Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario. Prior to st…

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23: cavities, teething, and toddler biting while nursing 29:04

10M ago29:04

29:04

Teeth, and all the issues that come with them, seem to pop up alongside breastfeeding concerns throughout the breastfeeding journey. It's hard not to worry when these are things you hear day-to-day: "You'll be ready to wean once they have teeth!" "You need to stop breastfeeding at night or you will rot their teeth" "They have teeth now, they are su…

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22: Part 2 The Secret Sabotage - Frequent Night Waking, Tantrums, Picky Eating - TMJ, Teeth Grinding and more with Orofacial Myologist Jenny Cacilhas (MyoBalanace OMT) 28:25

10M ago28:25

28:25

Your tongue posture (or your child's!) could be sabotaging all of your attempts at making breastfeeding & weaning an enjoyable experience. Continuing last week's interview - Jenna and Jenny discuss the importance of orofacial myofunctional therapy for children and adults. In this partition of the interview, we go over various symptoms that may indi…

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81. Teaching Writers Speak: Embracing Digital Multimodal Composing 55:01

10M ago55:01

55:01

This episode was originally published on the Teaching Writers Speak podcast—which is part of the Toronto Writing Project. I am a producer of this show and so it felt necessary to not only formally introduce Teaching Tomorrow listeners to the show, but also to transplant this conversation as a way to explain some of the questions behind the research…

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21 : The Secret Sabotage Part 1 - How the position of your tongue might be making breastfeeding & weaning extra hard with Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist Jenny Cacilhas (MyoBalance OMT) 22:32

11M ago22:32

22:32

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of orofacial myofunctional therapy with our special guest, Jenny, a registered dental hygienist. Jenny shares her personal journey and how she discovered the transformative effects of this therapy. We explore the core principles of myofunctional therapy and how it can impact so many areas of your…

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20: Breastfeeding A Sick Toddler (Why, How & What to do when they're well again) 30:34

11M ago30:34

30:34

Immune system support is something we think about when we're talking about breastfeeding newborns, but did you know that the immune support in your breastmilk increases when your child reaches toddlerhood? You might think that breastfeeding your toddler is a helpful way to comfort them when they are sick, but the reality is that even a few drops of…

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19: Part 2: Preparing for the night away & having realistic expectations 29:16

11M ago29:16

29:16

You've decided you want to have a night away from your breastfeeding toddler - now how do you actually make it happen?! Expanding on the conversation from last week's episode, I dig a bit deeper in both how to prepare your child for the night away from you AND the importance of having realistic expectations about your night away. Be sure to shoot m…

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80. Nurturing democracy with Ken Boyd from CIVIX Canada 53:04

11M ago53:04

53:04

How can educators nurture a functional democracy when young people struggle to find reliable sources of information? To dig into this question, I am joined by Ken Boyd from CIVIX Canada.For Full Shownotes, Visit: https://cohort21.com/teachingtomorrow/2023/05/29/episode80/Ken Boyd is the Director of Education at CIVIX, a Canadian charity that develo…

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18: A Night Away - What to consider when you are leaving your breastfeeding toddler overnight 26:29

11M ago26:29

26:29

"Is it even POSSIBLE to leave your breastfed toddler for an entire night? And if it is... do you have to wean?" These are thoughts that go through your mind when you have an invitation show up in the mail for an out-of-town wedding. And let's be real, sometimes you even fantasize about a king-size bed all to yourself and a night with ZERO interrupt…

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17: ADHD in women with Katy Weber & the (extended) breastfeeding experience 44:19

11M ago44:19

44:19

"Sensory Overload", feeling ashamed of the condition of your house, constantly trying to "get organized" ... maybe it's just early motherhood, or maybe it's ADHD. As an LC working with breastfeeding moms from pregnancy through to preschool (and beyond!), I have been a little shocked to see how frequently clients come to me who have ADHD, suspect th…

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79. Digital literacy and social justice with Dr. Kristen Hawley Turner 44:27

12M ago44:27

44:27

How is digital literacy related to social justice? Today on the show I have the honour of sitting down with a leading thinker in education, Dr. Kristen Hawley Turner. Dr. Kristen Hawley Turner is a professor of education at Drew University and she is the director of the Drew Writing Project, which is a chapter of The National Writing Project. In th…

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16: Your Boob-Addicted Toddler And the Toddler Breastfeeding Stress Cycle 24:26

12M ago24:26

24:26

FREE Instant Access Workshop: Steal my Essential Roadmap to Toddler Wean, Tandem Feed & Extended Breastfeed (without feeling like a human fidget toy, or pushing your kiddo away.) Your toddler's boob addiction is actually a *GOOD* thing - AND there is a really good reason why it drives you nuts. Your toddler is still waking frequently at night to br…

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78. Oh here I am: a solo episode / PhD update 30:25

12M ago30:25

30:25

Back in the fall of 2021, I left my dream job for another dream: to dig deep into questions that I had been just scratching at throughout my classroom teaching experience. Well, now almost two years into my PhD program (and over a year since my last update episode–you can find that one on episode 67), I’m here to share the highlights, the challenge…

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15: Reducing Toxins in Your Home With Dr. Samantha Radford (Evidence-Based Mommy) 28:13

12M ago28:13

28:13

Dr. Samantha Radford owns Evidence-based Mommy (evidence-basedmommy.com), where she combines science and wellness to help moms and kids thrive. She is a mom of 4 who has breastfed for nearly 10 years straight. She has been through the highs and lows of natural term breastfeeding, including nursing while pregnant, tandem feeding, nursing aversion, a…

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14: Extended Nursing In Real Life - Erin Harris' Story 4.5 years of nursing (Nursing Mamas) 1:02:17

1y ago1:02:17

1:02:17

I sit down with veteran nursing mom and virtual lactation educator, Erin Harris, to talk about her personal breastfeeding journey, the struggles that extended breastfeeding moms face, and how we can navigate them while keeping the bond and ditching the burnout. Erin is a virtual lactation educator and creator of Nursing Mamas. She combines her two …

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77. Illuminating humanity through journalism with Anita Li 46:47

1y ago46:47

46:47

Anita Li is the publisher, founder, CEO, and editor in chief of The Green Line Toronto: a hyper local independent news outlet. I first encountered her when I had my students watch her TedX talk on the power of digital journalism–and not only did my Grade 8 class at the time deeply appreciate her message on digital composing, but they kept coming ba…

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13: Milk Supply - Maintaining, Upping and Drying Up After The First Year of Breastfeeding 34:55

1y ago34:55

34:55

"Mama, there's no milk" Sweet little eyes looking up at you, frustrated after unlatching from your breast, the same one they have been nursing at for years. You feel a sense of dread and grief wash over you. Is this it? Have you dried up?! In this episode of Start to Stop Toddler Breastfeeding, I cover everything you have ever wanted to know about …

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BONUS: Is saying "no" to a breastfeed HARMING your child? A conversation with Samantha Radford, Phd (Evidence-Based Mommy Podcast) 31:23

1y ago31:23

31:23

Have you ever worried that boundaries around breastfeeding might be wrong or inappropriate? It can feel like you are caught between 2 worlds: One where sleep training is the norm, and breastfeeding beyond 6 or 12 months is said to be "more for the mom than the baby" And another where "surrendering" to your child's needs is the ONLY way to parent, a…

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12: Picky Eating & Breastfeeding with Registered Pediatric Dietitian and IBCLC Krystyn Parks (Feeding Made Easy) 42:40

1y ago42:40

42:40

Introducing solid foods to your breastfed baby can feel like a really exciting (and somewhat scary) milestone. But what happens when your 12 month old, 18 month old or 3 year old prefers breastfeeding to solid foods? Google (and your pediatrician) can have conflicting advice that only serves to confuse and frustrate you. Where do you turn?! To Star…

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Ep. 77 | Hallie Rose | Life, Love, and New Directions (Solocast) 1:02:09

1y ago1:02:09

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Off the cuff, straight from the heart. In this solo episode I share some private details about the inner-workings of my process of transformation over the last year. If you’d like to find out more joining Dani Raine and I for our next retreat Sacred Awakening Retreat June 1-5 in Texas DM me @hallie_rosebud or visit www.hallierose.com/awakening If Y…

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Ep. 76 | Erin O’Grady | Finding Peace in the Dynamic Seasons of Life 1:31:03

1y ago1:31:03

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I’m so excited to have my friend Erin O’Grady on this week’s episode to discuss Ayurveda, balancing our hormones, and embracing the seasons of life. Erin is an Advanced Neuromuscular Massage Therapist who combines her technical knowledge in conjunction with her other disciplines within YTT, Mindfulness Meditation, and Ayurveda to mold her massage t…

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11: Codependency in Breastfed Kids - Coping Skills, Calm Down Corners and Booby Monsters 26:17

1y ago26:17

26:17

After breastfeeding for months and years, independent play and sleep can sound like winning the lottery! Hearing that you are creating "codependency" in your child, and worrying that you have stopped your child from learning other ways to calm themselves down can feel really scary. But what is *really* happening? Is it realistic to expect independe…

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10: Breastfeeding through trauma and beyond - Real Life Toddler Breastfeeding Story from Claudine Mossberg 58:29

1y ago58:29

58:29

Claudine has been breastfeeding for 13 years and is currently breastfeeding her 4 year old. In this inspiring interview, she shares what it has been like to breastfeed for over a decade. She share wise insights she has acquired over her breastfeeding journey and vulnerably speaks about an unexpected trauma that almost stopped her breastfeeding jour…

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