{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Momcozy Village - Together We Grow","title":"The Perfect Latch Fantasy: Breastfeeding Expectations vs Reality","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1454,"description":"What moms hope breastfeeding will be like often doesn’t match what really happens. This can leave some moms feeling discouraged or unsure of themselves. So how can moms set realistic expectations for breastfeeding?\nIn this episode of Momcozy Village: Together We Grow, Natalie Gouché talks with Nicki Davis. Nicki, known as The Baby Whisperer, is a lactation consultant who has spent 20 years helping moms and babies learn to breastfeed with confidence and calm.\nNicki believes many moms think that because breastfeeding is ‘natural,’ it should be easy, but that’s not always true. She also reminds moms that every new baby is a new learning experience for both mom and child. Nicki suggests starting fresh with each baby, since you're both learning together. This way, moms can celebrate small successes and keep their expectations realistic.\nIn Nicki’s experience, most moms don’t think much about breastfeeding until they start. She recommends joining a breastfeeding support group once the baby arrives. Getting to know the group ahead of time means you’ll have support when you need it most. A consultant can ensure you have support during this sometimes challenging period in your baby's development. She also reminds moms that breastfeeding will look different at different stages of your baby’s development. The time they comfort-breastfeed is short, so enjoy it.\nEpisode Highlights\n\n02:02 – The myth of breastfeeding coming naturally — especially with multiple kids.\n05:21 – Breastfeeding myths that harm expectations.\n09:19 –  What's the difference between hospital lactation consultants and private ones?\n11:08 –  Moms spend zero time getting prenatal breastfeeding advice. \n12:39 –  What's the first step in looking for a lactation consultant? \n14:39 – Babies change quickly, and so do their breastfeeding habits.\n16:53 – How do family members impact breastfeeding expectations?\n18:35 – The mental load of breastfeeding.\n22:49 – Breastfeeding isn’t all or nothing.\nAbout the Guest:...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/FiA34-toSWr8WSZuvdrIJsmEa4G-l9FYDyTVjbkxLjs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iMzUz/M2UxYTEzZDAzZTUw/N2ZiYmVjZDQxMWY2/ZjI3NS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}