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Empowering Motherhood: A Lactation Consultant's Journey, with Moriah Thompson | Episode 6
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Join us on this episode of The Last Zebra Podcast as we delve into the nurturing world of lactation consulting with our special guest, Moriah Thompson. In this enlightening episode, Moriah, a dedicated lactation consultant and registered nurse, shares her personal and professional experiences, offering valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of breastfeeding, the role of a lactation consultant, and the journey of motherhood. Whether you're a new mom, healthcare professional, or simply interested in the nurturing aspects of parenting, this episode is a must-watch!
🔍 In This Episode:
- Introduction to Moriah Thompson: Discover the multifaceted life of Moriah as a mother, poet, African dancer, and garden lover.
- Journey to Lactation Consulting: Moriah shares her path from nursing to becoming a passionate lactation consultant, finding purpose in helping mothers and babies.
- Challenges in Japan: Learn about Moriah's unique experiences as a nurse in Japan and the obstacles she faced in her early career.
- Breastfeeding Realities: Insights into the complexities of breastfeeding, including social attitudes and the importance of prenatal education.
- Empowering Mothers: Moriah discusses her approach to supporting mothers' choices in breastfeeding and her respect for their decisions.
- Personal Reflections: Moriah reflects on her own experiences as a mother and how it influences her professional practice.
- Future Aspirations: Explore Moriah's future goals, including community work and potential in-home services.
- Gardening as Therapy: A glimpse into Moriah's love for gardening and how it parallels her nurturing nature.
- Closing Thoughts: Moriah shares her thoughts on the podcast experience and her aspirations for expanding her practice.
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