In this episode, we’re breaking the taboo around co-sleeping, bed-sharing, and safe infant sleep—without the guilt, shame, or fear that mainstream advice so often stirs up.

Join Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC and mom of five, and her guest Taylor McKay, a holistic sleep coach based in Canada, as they unpack what real-life sleep looks like for new mothers—and how to make it safe, biologically normal, and confidence-building.

You’ll learn how to protect your peace, your milk supply, and your baby’s safety—without resorting to sleep-training or fighting your natural instincts.

• Safe co-sleeping and bed-sharing practices backed by evidence and maternal intuition

• How to create a safe sleep space for your newborn—whether you use a crib, bassinet, or share your bed

• What to do when exhaustion hits hard postpartum and “just don’t sleep with your baby” stops being realistic

• Common myths about co-sleeping safety that every mom deserves to hear the truth about

• Reducing risk of SIDS and infant suffocation deaths

• Practical tips for safely bed-sharing while breastfeeding so everyone actually gets rest

• Why listening to your intuition matters more than rigid sleep rules

• Balancing family dynamics when your partner or relatives don’t understand co-sleeping

• How confident, informed mothers sleep better—and so do their babies

RESOURCES:

• PREGNANT MOMS: FREE Breastfeeding Plan Workshop (Click here to access)
• Confident Mama Breastfeeding Academy (Use code PODCAST50)
• Get 1:1 Breastfeeding Support (Click Here)
• Need sleep support? Visit Taylor McKay on Instagram @Cozylittlesleepers

00:00 — Welcome to Breastfeeding with Confidence 00:43 — Meet Taylor + why “safe co-sleeping” matters 01:46 — The reality of postpartum sleep and survival 05:12 — What safe bed-sharing actually looks like 08:12 — Debunking myths and navigating fear-based advice 13:52 — Real-life mom experiences and intuition-led sleep 34:10 — Final thoughts + your next step toward peaceful rest

In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, host Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC and mom of five, dives into one of the most common breastfeeding questions: Do I need to nurse on both sides every time my baby feeds?

Many new moms worry about whether their baby is getting enough milk, how long to nurse on each side, and if skipping a breast could affect milk supply. Jaimie explains how breast milk works, what foremilk and hindmilk really mean, and why there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer.

You’ll learn:

• ✅ The difference between feeding from one side vs. both sides

• ✅ How to recognize when your baby is satisfied after one breast

• ✅ When offering both sides is helpful for milk supply and baby’s intake

• ✅ What “block feeding” means and when it’s used

• ✅ Red flags to watch for if your baby always prefers just one breast

Breastfeeding is about finding the rhythm that works for you and your baby, not following strict rules. By understanding how milk production works, you can confidently decide what’s best for each feed.

If you’ve ever asked yourself “Should I nurse on both sides every feed?”—this episode gives you the clear, evidence-based answers you need.

BREASTFEEDING RESOURCES

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Private Breastfeeding Support

In this sp0ecial episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence podcast, Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC and mom of five, shares a real postpartum story about a new mom who struggled with her first latch, pain, and anxiety in the early days. Learn how pregnant moms can prevent these common breastfeeding challenges before they happen. Jaimie invites expecting mothers to join the Breastfeeding Prep Masterclass on Monday, October 13th—a free, live workshop designed to help you feel confident, informed, and ready for the first latch.

Workshop Link: littlebearlactation.com/workshop