The Milk Minute- A Lactation Podcast

In the final episode of 2024, Heather and Maureen chat about the all-important first latch—why it’s crucial and how to make sure you get it right. They’ll also share some life updates and talk about …

In this episode of the Milk Minute, Maureen shares a fascinating study published in June that digs into the longterm benefits of breastfeeding—a question we hear often from our patients. We’ll break …

This week on the Milk Minute, Maureen and Heather explore the risks of using unsafe alternatives to breastmilk, such as cow's milk, homemade formulas, and even introducing solids before six months. T…

This week on the Milk Minute, we’re diving into the latest research on breastmilk at the cellular level! We're breaking down the study Profiling of Mature-Stage Human Breast Milk Cells Identifies Six…

In this episode of the Milk Minute, we're tackling a question we've been getting a lot lately—what to do when you're sick and still breastfeeding. With everyone (including us) battling colds and othe…

In this episode of the Milk Minute, we break down your baby’s growth chart and what those numbers and percentiles really mean. Learn how to interpret and understand what’s "normal" for breastfed babi…

In this episode of the Milk Minute Podcast, hosts Heather and Maureen tackle the topic of overfeeding with a bottle. They explore signs of overfeeding, share personal stories, and offer practical tip…

You guys, Heather just hit 1 year of breastfeeding Martie!!!! In this episode of The Milk Minute, Heather opens up about her year-long journey breastfeeding Martie—sharing the ups, downs, and everyth…

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 U…

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…

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 ch…

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 i…

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 stru…

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 creativit…

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 experie…

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…

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 brea…

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 talki…

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…

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 f…