Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end
Emma Pickett - Board Certified Lactation ConsultantA companion to your infant feeding journey, this podcast explores how to get breastfeeding off to a good start (and how to end it) in a way that meets everyone's needs.Emma Pickett has been a Board Certified Lactation Consultant since 2011. As an author (of 5 books), trainer, volunteer and breastfeeding counsellor, she has supported thousands of families to reach their infant feeding goals.Breastf... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 145 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingKids & FamilyHealth & FitnessNutrition | |||
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This week I’m talking to the lovely Emily from Glasgow about breastfeeding her two-year-old son Finn alongside multiple IgE food allergies and an unplanned separation. Emily and Finn call breastfeeding “bainne” (Gaelic for milk) to avoid confusion be... more
This week, I’m honoured to be joined by Nicole from South London, the host and founder of the Squiggly Motherhood podcast. Nicole started the podcast because she couldn’t find motherhood content that reflected her experience as an exclusively breastf... more
I’ve got two amazing mums for you this week in a bumper episode about feeding five year olds.
Natalie, in Cornwall, breastfeeds her 5-year-old daughter Georgia mainly at bedtime (and occasionally in the morning or when ill), and describes how contin... more
This week, I’m pleased to be joined by Dr. Kelsey Bianca, an academic researcher and certified lactation counselor from Maryland, USA. Dr. Bianca shares her personal experience with breastfeeding and exclusive pumping, which inspired her PhD thesis -... more
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- Great tips for breastfeeding Mamas
So helpful and relaxing to listen to
Apple Podcasts5Lauren Presley/Everitt
United Kingdom5 months ago - Mamas need to listen!
I’m so happy I found this podcast. There are so many stories and so much advice for all stages. I’m currently wanting to wean and I am listening to so many episodes that are so helpful.
Apple Podcasts5UA_LRod
United States6 months ago - I have learned so much
I find it so reassuring listening to this podcast. I am breastfeeding a 4 year-old, something that I did not plan for. Emma‘s insights and advice have emboldened me in my decision to continue breastfeeding. I would love an episode about breastfeeding older children, if you don‘t already have one!
Apple Podcasts5tinslou
Austria6 months ago - Healing
Listening to your podcast is healing me so much. My breastfeeding is very positive, I’ve had the chance to not have big bumps on the milky way, apart from a booby refusal that lasted a day or two. But when it comes to raising a baby and breastfeeding amongst family and groups of friends that do not have little children but many opinions about it, it can be hard sometimes, lonely and bring doubts.
Listening to you helps gain reassurance et realizing again and again why I’m still breastfeeding my... more
Apple Podcasts5Val. H.
France9 months ago - Thoughtful and informative
It’s a great podcast to listen to if you are breastfeeding, thinking about breastfeeding or supporting others! I have found it really helpful for both breastfeeding my own child and as a peer supporter. Thanks Emma for your great podcast and the kindness you show to all your guests!
Apple Podcasts5sheffutdgirlUnited Kingdoma year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #208 | United States/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #29 | United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #71 | United Kingdom/Kids & Family |
Apple Podcasts | #114 |  Canada/Kids & Family/Parenting |
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Apple Podcasts | #34 |  India/Kids & Family/Parenting |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Makes Milk
What is Makes Milk about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show centers on infant feeding journeys, with a strong emphasis on breastfeeding beyond the early months, tandem feeding, returning to work, and navigating social pressures. Episodes blend personal narratives from parents with expert perspective, including lactation consultants and researchers, to explore practical topics like weaning, exclusive pumping, and managing feeding in day-to-day life. The format tends to be warm, evidence-informed, and supportive, often highlighting foibles, triumphs, and the importance of community and professional support for a wide range of families. A notable through-line is normalizing extended breastfeeding and empowering parents to make feeding decisions that suit their circumstances and values, while ... more
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Recent guests on Makes Milk include:
1. Dr. Kelsey Bianca
2. Philippa Lomas
3. Amelia Kalyvides
4. Emily Crosby
5. Lindsey Bouchard
6. Florence East
7. Bea Dane
8. Caprice Fox
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