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BREASTFEEDING WITH CONFIDENCE | Pregnancy Tips, Postpartum Wellness, Milk Supply, Tongue Tie, Latch Pain

Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC | Holistic Lactation Consultant, Breastfeeding Expert

Breastfeeding with Confidence Podcast: Holistic Breastfeeding Advice for Solving Unexpected Breastfeeding Challenges So You Can Enjoy Postpartum Are you pregnant & nervous about breastfeeding because you’ve heard it can be painful or don’t know how to support milk supply? You want to avoid formula but are worried you won"t know how to decide when things seem hard? Maybe you"re a new mom dealing with sore nipples and painful breastfeeding but all the doctors & lactation consultants told you

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11:14

Two Breastfeeding Positions for a Deeper Latch

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2026/03/29

Top tips for getting a deeper latch when breastfeeding to reduce latching pain, increase milk transfer, and establish a strong milk supply. Resources: FREE: Breastfeeding Plan Template for *Pregnant Moms* - DOWNLOAD NOW Confident Mama Breastfeeding Academy Featuring Latching with Confidence - CLICK HERE Get Breastfeeding Help! - BOOK HERE Favorite Products NEEDED. Nutritional Support (Bioavailable Supplements, Hydration & More)** Motherlove Herbals (Save 15%!)** Thank you to

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17:16

Breastfeeding Shouldn't Hurt! Here's what you need to...

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2026/03/27

If you've heard breastfeeding pain is normal, and you just need to wait it out, but you don't want to suffer through unnecessary pain -- this episode is for you. Whether you're pregnant and want to PREVENT pain or you're a new mom and need latching help NOW -- This episode will help you understand why breastfeeding hurts, why mom suffer unnecessarily, and the first steps toward getting a pain-free latch! Resources: FREE: Breastfeeding Plan Template for Pregnant Moms - DOWNLOAD NOW Confident

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29:18

Breastfeeding as birth control? Postpartum Natural...

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2026/03/10

Is Breastfeeding Birth Control? Understanding Fertility While BreastfeedingMany mothers are told two completely opposite things after having a baby: “Breastfeeding prevents pregnancy.” —or— “You can get pregnant anytime while breastfeeding.” So what’s the truth? In this episode of the Breastfeeding with Confidence Podcast, we explore one of the most common postpartum questions: Can you get pregnant while breastfeeding? The answer lies somewhere in the middle. Breastfeeding can suppress ovulation in

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12:13

Avoiding pressure to use formula when you want to...

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2026/03/03

If you’re pregnant and planning to breastfeed, you’ve probably already decided you’ll only use formula if it’s medically necessary. But here’s the hard truth: most moms are never taught how to determine what “medically necessary” actually means in the first 48 hours after birth.Nearly 80% of American moms start breastfeeding, yet many babies receive formula in the hospital due to concerns about weight loss, blood sugar, jaundice, or latch issues. The problem? Normal newborn physiology is often

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10:42

Don't put "exclusive breastfeeding" on your birth...

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2026/02/24

Don’t put “breastfeeding” on your birth plan. I know that sounds controversial, but if you are pregnant and planning to exclusively breastfeed, this might be the most important mindset shift you make. Most moms are told to choose a baby friendly hospital, request skin-to-skin, and write “no formula unless medically necessary.” But when feeding challenges show up in the hospital, many still end up supplementing because they were never prepared for what actually happens in those first hours and

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16:15

Returning to Work While Breastfeeding: How to Protect...

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2026/02/17

Returning to work or school as a breastfeeding mom can feel overwhelming. Many pregnant and postpartum women worry they will have to choose between their breastfeeding goals and their career. But the truth is, you don’t have to—if you prepare early and get the right support.In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, we talk about the biggest mistake moms make when planning their return to work: assuming breastfeeding is supposed to be hard for the first 6–12 weeks and waiting too

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113:42

Is Formula Really the Secret to Marriage Equality?...

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2026/02/10

Is baby formula really the key to marriage equality?That’s the provocative claim behind a recent New York Times article—and in this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, Jaimie (IBCLC, mom of five) sits down with her husband Sebastian to unpack why that headline isn’t just misleading… it’s dangerous. Because when we frame formula feeding as the solution to an unequal marriage, we quietly teach families that breastfeeding is the problem—instead of asking the deeper question: 👉 If a

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15:40

Protecting your milk supply when separated from your...

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2026/02/03

What happens to your milk supply if you’re separated from your baby after birth?If you’re pregnant and this question has quietly been sitting in the back of your mind, this episode is for you. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth with the possibility of monitoring or NICU time, or you’re planning a home birth but know that transfer is always a possibility, separation can feel scary — especially when breastfeeding matters deeply to you. Here’s the good news: breastfeeding can still work even if

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16:44

Should I wake my sleeping baby to breastfeed? Is...

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2026/01/27

Should you wake a sleeping baby to breastfeed — or is “never wake a sleeping baby” actually hurting your milk supply?This is one of the most confusing and anxiety-producing questions new parents ask, especially in the early weeks of breastfeeding. One person tells you to let your baby sleep as long as they want. Another warns that if you don’t wake every 2–3 hours, your milk supply will tank. So which advice is actually correct? In this episode of The Breastfeeding with Confidence Podcast, we break

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10:17

How to reduce breast engorgement after your baby is...

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2026/01/20

Breast engorgement* during the first week of breastfeeding is incredibly common — and incredibly misunderstood. In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence, IBCLC Jaimie Zaki breaks down exactly what breast engorgement is, why it happens, and how to relieve engorgement safely without damaging your milk supply or latch. If your breasts feel hard, hot, swollen, painfully full, or difficult for your baby to latch onto, this episode is for you. Engorgement is not a sign that breastfeeding is

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21:47

Breastfeeding After Breast Cancer & Double...

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2026/01/13

Can you breastfeed after breast cancer—even after a double mastectomy?In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, I’m joined by my friend Emily, a birth worker and breast cancer survivor, to talk honestly about what breastfeeding can look like after cancer—and how a Supplemental Nursing System (SNS) made it possible for her to nurse her babies at the breast. This conversation challenges the idea that breastfeeding is only about milk production. We talk

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21:35

My baby lost weight in the hospital: Should I...

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2026/01/06

Were you told in the hospital that your breastfed baby lost “too much” weight and now you’re questioning everything?Newborn weight loss is one of the most misunderstood and fear-based decision points in early breastfeeding, and it’s where so many breastfeeding journeys are unintentionally derailedIn this episode, IBCLC and mom of five Jaimie Zaki breaks down what newborn weight loss actually means, why hospitals often push formula so quickly, and how to make confident, informed decisions that

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18:11

Why does breastfeeding hurt when baby has a "good...

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2025/12/30

Did your lactation consultant, postpartum nurse, midwife, or pediatrician tell you your baby has a "good latch" so the breastfeeding pain you're experiencing is probably "normal" and you'll just have to wait for it to disappear? What if I told you it doesn't matter what your baby's latch LOOKS like, if you're in pain? In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC (Lactation Consultant) and mom of 5, discusses what a good latch looks like, what a good latch

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2:14

Holiday Check-In for Pregnant & Postpartum Moms

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2025/12/23

Christmas week can feel magical… and also incredibly overwhelming when you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, or navigating breastfeeding challenges. In this short and gentle check-in episode, Jaimie shares encouragement, emotional support, and simple ways to get the breastfeeding help you need without leaving home during the busy holiday season.Whether you’re anxiously waiting for your baby’s arrival or deep in the newborn trenches, this episode reminds you that you’re not alone — and you don’t have

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76 | Planning for Postpartum During Pregnancy + the...

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2025/12/16

You’re Not Broken, You’re Postpartum: Redefining “Normal” in Early MotherhoodWhat if the problem isn’t you… it’s the expectations you were handed about postpartum? In this powerful episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, Jaimie sits down with mom of six, birth worker, podcaster, and author Katherine Stephens to talk about her new book: You Are Not Broken, You Are Postpartum. If you’ve ever thought, “Why am I not handling this better?” or “Everyone else seems to be coping… what’s wrong

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13:16

75 | 3 Things Every Pregnant Mom Should Know About...

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2025/12/09

So many pregnant moms head into breastfeeding worried about low supply — especially when they hear “your baby is nursing constantly” or “you don’t have much colostrum.”But here’s the truth (and what most moms are never told): Frequent nursing + tiny amounts of colostrum = NORMAL. Your baby is doing exactly what tells your body to make more milk. In today’s episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, we’re breaking down the real science behind milk supply in the first week — so you can

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22:11

74 | The Hidden Benefits of Breastfeeding: Oral...

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2025/12/02

Have you ever wondered about the benefits of breastfeeding beyond nutrition and immune health? We often talk about connection with breastfeeding, but here's what we don't talk about: The physical and developmental benefits of breastfeeding. The truth is breastfeeding is so much more than “no pain and good weight gain.” In this episode of The Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, we dive into the mechanical and developmental benefits of breastfeeding — the things that go far beyond the nutrition

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51:16

73 | Informed Consent in Pregnancy, Birth &...

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2025/11/28

If you care about autonomy, informed consent, and saying no to pressure in pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding, this episode is for you.In today’s conversation, I’m joined by doula and Holistic Pregnancy Podcast host, Taylor Shaffer, to unpack what real informed consent actually looks like (and why those hospital “consent forms” usually aren’t it). We walk through the BRAIN method—Benefits, Risks, Alternatives, Intuition, and doing Nothing—so you can use it to make confident decisions

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72 | Protecting your milk supply during the holidays:...

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2025/11/25

Protecting Your Milk Supply During the Holidays: Breastfeeding Tips for Thanksgiving In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC and mom of five, shares essential tips for maintaining milk supply and avoiding common breastfeeding challenges during the holidays. Thanksgiving and other holiday gatherings can be joyful but overwhelming, and it’s common for breastfeeding moms to experience clogged ducts, mastitis, or temporary dips in milk supply due to skipped feeds

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71 | Breastfeeding colicky babies: Tips for when...

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2025/11/18

Colic Isn’t “A Thing”: Understanding Why Your Baby Cries and What You Can DoIn this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, host Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC and mom of five, tackles a common myth: colic isn’t just a thing. Many parents hear that their baby has colic and feel helpless, but crying is always communication — not a diagnosis. Jaimie explains why labeling a baby as “colicky” can be misleading, and why persistent crying often signals underlying issues like sensory overload, sleep

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