31 episodes

‘Breastfeeding … with ABA’ is a podcast brought to you by volunteers from the Australian Breastfeeding Association.

Made by parents, for parents, it covers the questions you want answers to. You’ll hear our volunteers and experts talk about what to expect in the early days, supply, sleep, poo and much more.

Backed up by evidence from a source you can trust, Breastfeeding ... with ABA will support you through breastfeeding and beyond.

You’ll also hear breastfeeding stories from real mums, dads and grandparents, sharing their challenges and triumphs.

For more information about 'Breastfeeding ... with ABA' visit our website: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA

Breastfeeding ... with ABA (Australian Breastfeeding Association‪)‬ Australian Breastfeeding Association

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.8 • 68 Ratings

‘Breastfeeding … with ABA’ is a podcast brought to you by volunteers from the Australian Breastfeeding Association.

Made by parents, for parents, it covers the questions you want answers to. You’ll hear our volunteers and experts talk about what to expect in the early days, supply, sleep, poo and much more.

Backed up by evidence from a source you can trust, Breastfeeding ... with ABA will support you through breastfeeding and beyond.

You’ll also hear breastfeeding stories from real mums, dads and grandparents, sharing their challenges and triumphs.

For more information about 'Breastfeeding ... with ABA' visit our website: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA

    Ep 30 - Breastfeeding stories ... breastfeeding and community

    Ep 30 - Breastfeeding stories ... breastfeeding and community

    Jessica chats with Skye, who shares their story of breastfeeding from starting as a young mum through to supporting others with her know-how over 6 babies. They talk about how friendships and being part of a community has helped and shaped the experience. 

    Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-breastfeeding-and-community 
     
    Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard. Featuring Skye Stewart. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Caitlin Sabjan. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. 

    For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. 
    More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

    • 20 min
    Ep 29 - Breastfeeding stories ... maternal autism

    Ep 29 - Breastfeeding stories ... maternal autism

    Jessica and Madina chat with Joey, who shares her experience of breastfeeding with autism. 

    Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-maternal-autism 
    How to get help and support with breastfeeding. 
    LiveChat information, including operating times. 
    Information on attachment. 
    Amaze, for information on autism. www.amaze.org.au
     
    Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Madina Hajher. Featuring Joey. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Eleanor Kippen. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. 

    For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. 
    More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

    • 9 min
    Ep 28 - You don't need a bottle to have a break

    Ep 28 - You don't need a bottle to have a break

    Jessica and Simone talk about what’s needed for a mum to take a break from their baby, whether it’s a trip to the supermarket, a coffee with a friend, or a night out. Spoiler alert: you don’t need to give your baby a bottle to take a break! 

    Get links to resources and information discussed, the episode transcript, and the companion blog here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-you-dont-need-a-bottle-to-have-a-break 
    Information on feeding baby when mum isn’t there. 
    Information on understanding baby sleep, including night time patterns. 
    Cluster feeding information. 
    Alcohol and breastfeeding information. 
    Alcohol and breastfeeding: a guide for mothers brochure. 
    Feed Safe app, available for Apple iOS and Android. 
    Ep 22 - Breastfeeding and alcohol podcast episode. 
    Information on how much breastmilk to express. 
    Storing expressed breastmilk information. 
    Breastfeeding: expressing and storing breastmilk booklet, available for purchase as an instant download or order in print format. 
    Information on giving baby expressed milk but not in a bottle, including cup feeding. 
    Paced bottle-feeding information. 
    A caregiver's guide to the breastfed baby leaflet, including paced bottle-feeding. 

    Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard and Simone Casey. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Laura Allison. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. 


    For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. 
    More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

    • 11 min
    Ep 27 - Breastfeeding ... and allergies: Part 2

    Ep 27 - Breastfeeding ... and allergies: Part 2

    Jessica chats with Amelia, who shares her story of breastfeeding a child with multiple allergies. 

    Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-2 
    Information on breastfeeding your baby with food sensitivities, including allergies and intolerances. 
    Information on bringing up milk (posseting). 
    Information on knowing if baby is getting enough breastmilk, including wee and poo in nappies. 
    Information on crying babies, including colic. 
    Breastfeeding and reflux information. 
    Information on coping with broken sleep. 
    Information on starting solids, and evidence on allergies and solids. 
    Information on breastfeeding and your diet. 
    PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia). 
    Meet other new parents online for support and tips in the early days and weeks. 
    How to find support and friendship at your local ABA group. 

    Listen to part 1 here: https://www.podcasts.com/breastfeeding-with-aba-915bafc0b/episode/ep-26-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-1


    Credits: This episode is presented by Jessica Leonard. Featuring Amelia. Special thanks to Joy Anderson. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Additional reporting by Emma Pennell. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Jessica Leonard. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. 

    For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. 
    More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

    • 18 min
    Ep 26 - Breastfeeding ... and allergies: Part 1

    Ep 26 - Breastfeeding ... and allergies: Part 1

    Joy Anderson talks with Emma about how dieticians help families try and find out whether there's an issue with allergies or intolerances in a breastfed baby. This episode includes information about symptoms, elimination diets, food challenges and how to get help and support. 

    Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-1 
    Information on breastfeeding your baby with food sensitivities, including allergies and intolerances. 
    Lactose overload in babies information. 
    Information on lactose intolerance and the breastfed baby. 
    Breastfeeding and reflux information. 
    Information on breastfeeding a child with coeliac disease. 

    Information on crying babies, including colic. 
    Information on knowing if baby is getting enough breastmilk, including wee and poo in nappies. 
    Gastroenteritis (gastro) and breastfeeding information. 
    Information on breastfeeding and your diet. 
    Dietitians Association of Australia. 
    Food Intolerance Network’s list on failsafe-friendly dietitians and other health professionals. 
    Information on finding an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). 
    Facts about formula. 
    Breastfeeding and medications information, including contact information for the NPS Medicines Line or the Medicines Information Centre(s) in your state or territory. 

    Listen to part 2 here: https://www.podcasts.com/breastfeeding-with-aba-915bafc0b/episode/ep-27-breastfeeding-and-allergies-part-2


    Credits: This episode is presented by Emma Pennell. Featuring Joy Anderson. Audio editing by Emma Pennell and Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Jessica Leonard. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. 

    For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. 
    More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

    • 26 min
    Ep 25 - Breastfeeding stories ... finger feeding and returning to the breast

    Ep 25 - Breastfeeding stories ... finger feeding and returning to the breast

    Emma chats with Sarah about how she overcame an incredibly difficult start to breastfeeding her third child with a huge amount of persistence, determination and support. 

    Get links to resources and information discussed, and the episode transcript here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeedingwithABA/podcast-breastfeeding-stories-finger-feeding-and-returning-to-the-breast 
    Information on the first feed. 
    Information on knowing if baby is getting enough breastmilk, including wee and poo in nappies. 
    Information on tongue-tie and breastfeeding. 
    International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) information. 
    Breast refusal information, including tips on how to get baby to feed. 
    Information on giving baby expressed milk but not in a bottle. 
    Information on using a supply line (also called a supplemental nursing system). 
    Breastfeeding: using a supply line booklet, available for purchase as an instant download or order in print format. 
    Information on expressing for your newborn. 
    Information on the let-down reflex and getting your milk to flow. 
    Breast compression information. 
    Galactagogues (substances claimed to increase supply), including medicines. 
    Donor milk information. 
    How partners can provide support after baby is born. 
    How family and friends can be a breastfeeding village. 
    Breastfeeding, chest feeding and human milk feeding: Supporting LGBTQIA+ families book, available for purchase as an instant download. 
    Breastfeeding and co-sleeping information. 
    Storing expressed breastmilk information. 
    Information on breastfeeding this time around if breastfeeding didn’t go so well for you the first or previous times. 

    Credits: This episode is presented by Emma Pennell. Featuring Sarah. Audio editing by Jessica Leonard. Show notes by Belinda Chambers. Transcription by Laura Allison. Produced by Belinda Chambers, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen. 


    For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. 
    More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help 

    • 36 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
68 Ratings

68 Ratings

Melanie MGHF ,

Great information and really helpful practical advice

I really loved this podcast. Really good quality information with practical advice. I love how down to earth it is and the shared experiences of breastfeeding mums.

Aly123B ,

A great balanced perspective

I really appreciate the balanced information that is resented and the wonderful informative guests that are interviewed and provide great information and insight

10randellboys ,

Raw and real

I love that it is kept raw and real about different situations. My favourite definitely has to be about cows and us. I look forward to a new podcast so easy to listen to

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