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Breastfeeding & Mental Health – How to Know When It’s Helping or Hurting

Breastfeeding & Mental Health – How to Know When It’s Helping or Hurting

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Breastfeeding can be an incredible bonding experience, but moms need to prioritize their mental health to achieve this.

In this episode of The Latch Lounge, host Amber Ginn, IBCLC, dives deep into the complex relationship between breastfeeding and mental health. Amber tackles the mom guilt, shame, and societal pressures that moms often face, offering practical, no-judgment advice to help you navigate your feeding journey.

Whether you’re struggling with breastfeeding, feeling overwhelmed, or wondering if it’s time to make a change, this episode will empower you to prioritize your mental health and make decisions that work for you and your baby.

Key Topics Covered:

  • The truth about “mommy guilt” and why it’s okay to admit breastfeeding is hard.
  • How societal pressures and marketing can complicate your feeding choices.
  • Recognizing when breastfeeding is impacting your mental health—positively or negatively.
  • The importance of understanding your “why” behind breastfeeding decisions.

00:00 Introduction to Mommy Guilt and Mental Health

01:11 The Reality of Motherhood

01:57 Challenges of Breastfeeding

03:08 Mental Health and Breastfeeding

05:11 Making Informed Decisions

07:20 Balancing Expectations and Reality

09:43 The Importance of Support Systems


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