Surrogacy Lactation 101: Real Tips for Pumping, Suppressing, & Inducing Milk with Jacqueline Kincer

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Breastfeeding during a surrogacy journey can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Whether you’re a surrogate navigating milk suppression or an intended mother hoping to induce lactation, we’re here with real, practical tips and heartfelt support. 💗

In this episode, we’re joined by Jacqueline Kincer, a compassionate lactation consultant and founder of @holisticlactation. With a experience supporting adoptive mothers in inducing lactation and a surrogate with exclusive pumping, Jacqueline shares her knowledge to guide you every step of the way. Together, we dive into:

1️⃣ Lactation Challenges and Support: Explore common lactation challenges, from the emotional to the physical, and how to get the right support.

2️⃣ Effective Strategies for Breast Milk Production: Learn how to boost milk supply with practical tips like early and frequent milk removal, staying hydrated, and using pumps effectively.

3️⃣ Options for Inducing Lactation Without Medications: Discover natural methods for inducing lactation and how to decide if this is the right path for you.

4️⃣ Options for Suppressing Milk Production: For surrogates, we cover ways to suppress milk safely and comfortably after delivery.

5️⃣ Lactation Expectations & Flexibility: Understand the importance of staying flexible with your lactation goals and embracing the journey with grace.

6️⃣ Donor Breast Milk Considerations: Hear insights on when and how donor breast milk might play a role in your feeding plan.

7️⃣ Holistic Lactation Support Resources: Find out about online courses, support, and supplements available through Holistic Lactation® that can make your journey smoother. Explore more at holisticlactation.com.

If you’re on a surrogacy journey and looking for expert advice on pumping, suppressing, or inducing milk, this episode is packed with everything you need. 💚 Tune in and remember—you’ve got a whole community cheering you on every step of the way!

Chapitres

1. Breastfeeding Challenges and Support (00:00:00)

2. Effective Strategies for Breast Milk Production (00:13:11)

3. Options for Inducing Lactation Without Medications (00:23:24)

4. Breastfeeding Challenges and Advice (00:36:38)

5. Breastfeeding Duration and Self-Care (00:49:23)

6. Breastfeeding Expectations and Flexibility (00:59:46)

7. Donor Breast Milk Considerations (01:05:24)

8. Holistic Lactation Support Resources (01:10:50)