The Milk Minute- A Lactation Podcast
Clap your hands right now if you're ready to breastfeed/chestfeed/pump in a way that feels empowering instead of suffocating! The Milk Minute Podcast is the best free resource to bring some ease and confidence to your lactation journey and give you a few laughs along the way. Hosted by two midwives and lactation professionals, Heather ONeal and Maureen Farrell give you the most up-to-date evidence-based advice needed to feed your baby in a way that works for you. Discover why families all over the world call Heather and Maureen for all things lactation in this chart-topping podcast. If you want to become a parent who breastfeeds with ease, start with any episode on the list and don't look back!
Podcasting since 2020 • 235 episodes
The Milk Minute- A Lactation Podcast
Latest Episodes
Getting a Good First Latch
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 weaning, including tips for making t...
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Episode 228
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57:54
Longterm Breastfeeding Benefits: Understanding your goals
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 down the findings and chat about how science ...
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Episode 227
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41:51
Unsafe Alternatives to Breastmilk: What happens if you do?
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. They discuss the potential health consequences...
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Episode 226
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37:30
Let's Get Cellular: New Research on Breastmilk Contents!
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 Unique Lactocyte Subpopulations fro...
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Episode 225
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32:46
I'm sick! What medication can I take while breastfeeding?
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 other illnesses right now, it's the perfect time ...
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Episode 224
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56:00