Feeling Confident About Breastfeeding: A Story

Lo Nigrosh talks with Emily Vallejo, a mother and Ayurvedic practitioner, who shares her breastfeeding journey from the challenges of painful nursing in the early days to successfully nursing her toddler. Emily discusses the misconceptions around breastfeeding, the pressure to cover up, and the importance of normalizing nursing in public, especially with older children. The conversation covers Emily's background, her exposure to breastfeeding in childhood, her preparation for nursing her own child, and the ups and downs of her breastfeeding experience. Additionally, Emily shares her unique practice of having her toddler nap outside, a common practice in Scandinavian cultures. The script concludes with Emily's plans to balance breastfeeding and returning to work, and teases a future discussion about incorporating Ayurvedic practices into the postpartum experience.

00:00 Embarking on the Breastfeeding Journey: Myths and Realities
00:34 Introducing Emily: A Journey from Newborn to Toddlerhood
02:10 Exploring Childhood Memories of Breastfeeding
03:25 The Impact of Modesty and Privacy on Breastfeeding Visibility
06:14 Preparing for Baby: Education, Support, and Personal Experiences
12:14 The Early Days of Breastfeeding: Challenges and Solutions
15:46 The Home Birth Experience: A Personal Tale
20:43 Navigating Breastfeeding Pain and Misconceptions
23:37 Breastfeeding Challenges and Solutions
24:44 Postpartum Journey and Breastfeeding Rhythms
29:22 Breastfeeding a Toddler: Experiences and Social Perceptions
35:12 Outdoor Napping: A Unique Approach
39:12 Transitioning Back to Work and Breastfeeding
40:34 Upcoming Ayurvedic Practices for Postpartum Care