79: Breastfeeding in the Early Postpartum: Overcoming Challenges with Dr. Morgan MacDermott
In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, Gina and Roxanne interview Dr. Morgan MacDermott, a naturopathic doctor specializing in women's and perinatal health. The discussion focuses on strategies for successful breastfeeding during the early postpartum weeks, addressing common issues such as clogged ducts, engorgement, mastitis, and identifying a bad latch. Dr. MacDermott offers practical tips, resources, and shares her personal experiences to guide new mothers through the breastfeeding journey. The episode also includes advice on how to prepare for breastfeeding while pregnant and highlights the importance of finding lactation support. All resources mentioned are linked below!
Resources From This Episode:
- Morgan’s Mastitis Manual: https://milkmedicine.com/mastitis-manual/
- Happy ducts tincture by Wish Garden: https://www.wishgardenherbs.com/products/happy-ducts-lactation-support
- Klaire Labs Ther-Biotic Target B2 probiotics: https://us.sfihealth.com/tb2-target-b2
- Biogaia Elactia Breastfeeding Probiotic: https://www.biogaia.com/products/elactia?srsltid=AfmBOoqe4UY4SrpciwcDOHvSIKCZx6u9noy_q1VAlPEeXghZsb30Dj5v
- Sunflower lecithin, brand not as important but fans of Legendairy: https://www.legendairymilk.com/collections/frontpage/products/organic-sunflower-lecithin?tw_source=google&tw_adid=707678161593&tw_campaign=8401036448&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw59q2BhBOEiwAKc0ijQtGtJv9GYfAcbyWguMml0D_-jXaQ_t7Q62aBRuzcflBYBoMOTkDeRoCtXYQAvD_BwE
- Haakaa colostrum collector: https://haakaausa.com/products/haakaa-silicone-colostrum-collector-set-4-ml-6-pk-pre-sterilized?srsltid=AfmBOopYHLDUGzfefHoveW9IBrBnvVDON5J6t8fryB6E2YdczTnUEM1a&variant=43769398755566
- Lansinoh Soothies: https://lansinoh.com/products/soothies-cooling-gel-pads?_pos=1&_sid=fa277130e&_ss=r
- The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by the La Leche League: https://www.amazon.com/Womanly-Art-Breastfeeding-Completely-Revised/dp/0345518446/ref=asc_df_0345518446/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693381391885&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12853538813409396259&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1021225&hvtargid=pla-434335872153&psc=1&mcid=8d1b7b5dc7da3c45aff8e88f1fd831dc
- Jack Newman website: https://babyfriendlynl.ca/resources/dr-jack-newman-website/
- Ina May’s Guide to Breastfeeding: https://www.amazon.com/Ina-Mays-Guide-Breastfeeding-Nations/dp/0553384295
- Medela Nipple Shields: https://www.medela.com/en/breastfeeding-pumping/products/breast-care/contact-nipple-shields?productId=4065&package=m-20-mm
- Join a Local lactation support group!
00:00 Introduction to the MamasteFit Podcast
01:19 Meet Dr. Morgan MacDermott
04:27 Understanding Breastfeeding Myths
05:56 The Physiology of Breast Milk
13:13 Dealing with Engorgement
21:14 Clogged Ducts and Mastitis
25:54 Sponsor Break: Needed Nutrition
30:19 Understanding Milk Supply and Mastitis
30:44 Personal Experiences with Mastitis
31:51 Inflammatory Mastitis Explained
32:38 Misconceptions and Misdiagnoses
33:51 Probiotics and Biofilms
36:07 Reducing Inflammation and Feeding Normally
40:42 New Guidelines for Clogged Ducts
45:34 Preparing for Breastfeeding Challenges
49:27 Finding Support and Resources
58:08 Final Thoughts and Resources
59:39 Podcast Outro and Additional Resources
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