63. Breastfeeding Troubleshooting Part 2 with IBCLC Mel From Cocoon and Cradle

We all know breastfeeding certainly isn't as easy as it looks, and there are so many things that need to go right for that perfect latch and feed. This week we're chatting with the amazing IBCLC Mel from Cocoon and Cradle  to give us some handy tips on common breastfeeding challenges!

This episode is part two in our breastfeeding troubleshooting series, to check out part one with the amazing Shterna Glick, head to episode 48. 

In this week's episode the incredible Mel talks us through these common challenges, what they are and some helpful tips on how to address them:

- Nipple Damage

- Blocked Ducts

- Mastitis

- Inverted Nipples

- Nipple Thrush

This episode is full of amazing information for anyone planning to breastfeed or currently breastfeeding.

Mel is an IBCLC who provides holistic and evidence based breastfeeding, sleep and early parenting support. You can follow her on instagram @cocoonandcradle or head to her website www.cocoonandcradle.com

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) hotline: 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268)

LCANZ website to find IBCLC in your area: www.lcanz.org/find-a-lactation-consultant/

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