In this episode, our host Mike Nelson interviews Aimee Woodhouse, a local professional Lactation Consultant! Aimee helps expecting and current mothers prepare for the proper feeding of their children, and there’s a lot more that goes into it than you might think! Give this episode a listen to find out what value her service – and other similar services, such as doulas – bring to our community.
00:21 – Introduction: What’s an IBCLC?
01:29 – Shoutout to the Eden Center! https://www.theedencarecenter.com/
03:15 – What Does a Lactation Consultant Do?
05:32 – Discovering a Calling
07:41 – The Boob Whisperer
09:52 – Coming Home, and Filling a Need
12:50 – The Stress of Being a Mom
14:50 – Dads Do Their Best!
15:26 – How do Moms Find Aimee?.. Google at 2:00 AM!
16:57 – Shoutout to Tisha Graham: The Value of a Doula
18:32 – Lactation Care is… Covered by Insurance?!
22:18 – When to Call? Before the Baby Even Comes!
23:30 – A Precise Measurement
25:02 – Protecting and Promoting
27:42 – How to Get in Touch: www.aimeelactation.com, @AimeeLactation
29:00 – The Ups and Downs of TikTok
29:46 – Closing Remarks
