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Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Emma Pickett

126 episodes

4 days ago

This week I’m speaking to the lovely Gabby from Edinburgh about her experiences with tandem breastfeeding her two children, who are three and a half years and 10 months old. Gabby discusses the practicalities and challenges of her tandem feeding journey, including co-sleeping, night weaning, and dealing with her eldest child's sleep apnea. She shares her struggles with breastfeeding her younger child, who initially refused to latch due to her infection, and the steps she took, including seeki...

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This week I’m speaking to the lovely Gabby from Edinburgh about her experiences with tandem breastfeeding her two children, who are three and a half years and 10 months old. Gabby discusses the practicalities and challenges of her tandem feeding journey, including co-sleeping, night weaning, and dealing with her eldest child's sleep apnea. She shares her struggles with breastfeeding her younger child, who initially refused to latch due to her infection, and the steps she took, including seeki...

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Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Gabrielle's story - tandem feeding and the protection of breastfeeding

This week I’m speaking to the lovely Gabby from Edinburgh about her experiences with tandem breastfeeding her two children, who are three and a half years and 10 months old. Gabby discusses the practicalities and challenges of her tandem feeding journey, including co-sleeping, night weaning, and dealing with her eldest child's sleep apnea. She shares her struggles with breastfeeding her younger child, who initially refused to latch due to her infection, and the steps she took, including seeki...

6 days ago

1 hour 1 minute

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Low milk supply with Caoimhe Whelan IBCLC

This week, I’m talking to the wonderful Caoimhe Whelan IBCLC, an Irish lactation consultant and author, about her specialist subject, primary low milk supply. Caoimhe shares her research on insufficient glandular tissue and its impact on breastfeeding mothers and families. We talk about antenatal and postnatal support, the complexities of diagnosing low milk supply, and the role of technology and galactagogues. You can find out more about Caoimhe on her website https://latch.ie/ and fin...

1 week ago

1 hour 8 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Maryam's story - being a doctor with breastfeeding challenges

This week I’m talking to the fabulous Maryam, a doctor and mother from Manchester, about her breastfeeding journey. Despite initial struggles, including mixed advice, nipple shields, a tongue-tie, and pump issues, Maryam remained determined and successfully transitioned back from triple feeding to exclusive breastfeeding. We explore the emotional and physical challenges she faced, the role of family support, and the impact of her experiences on her professional perspective as a doctor. Maryam...

2 weeks ago

55 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Weaning Q&A with Carly from Seed Pod, Part 2

This week, we have two back-to-back episodes answering your questions about weaning. To do so, I’m joined by the brilliant Carly Facius, Midwife, IBCLC, Women's Circle Facilitator and Aware Parenting Mentor. We delve into question topics ranging from weaning a toddler while tandem feeding, addressing night-time feeds, and managing breastfeeding with neurodiverse children. To find a list of questions, please consult the transcript of this episode. You can find out more about Carly ...

3 weeks ago

44 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Weaning Q&A with Carly from Seed Pod, Part 1

This week, we have two back-to-back episodes answering your questions about weaning. To do so, I’m joined by the brilliant Carly Facius, Midwife, IBCLC, Women's Circle Facilitator and Aware Parenting Mentor. We delve into question topics ranging from weaning a toddler while tandem feeding, addressing night-time feeds, and managing breastfeeding with neurodiverse children. To find a list of questions, please consult the transcript of this episode. You can find out more about Carly ...

3 weeks ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Research on breastfeeding beyond two with Joelle Morgan

This week, I’m speaking to Joelle Morgan, an NHS research midwife, about her recent qualitative study on the experiences and challenges of breastfeeding beyond two years in the UK. We start off with Joelle’s own breastfeeding journey and how she came to carry out the research. She shares insights from mothers on social media support, the lack of healthcare guidance on weaning, and the underrepresentation of extended breastfeeding in research. We also touch on the broader implications for publ...

1 month ago

55 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Ruth's story - breastfeeding with craniosynostosis

This week, I’m talking to Ruth from Lincolnshire about her experiences breastfeeding her son Rowan, who was diagnosed with craniosynostosis - a condition in which a baby's skull bones fuse too early, leading to an unusually shaped head and potential brain issues. Ruth established breastfeeding despite Rowan's early medical challenges, including a NICU stay with a collapsed lung, and has continued to feed him through the use of a cranial distractor to treat his craniosynostosis. Rowan is now a...

1 month ago

54 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

PMDD and breastfeeding with Lucy Webber IBCLC

The brilliant Lucy Webber IBCLC returns to talk to me today, and this time about a subject that is personal to her - PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). Lucy shares her personal experiences with PMDD, the importance of recognizing its symptoms, and the need for proper support. We talk about the challenges families face with the impact of returning menstrual cycles on lactation, especially when coupled with the severe symptoms of PMDD. We also explore the intersection of PMDD with pe...

1 month ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Claire's story - milk donation after loss. Part 2

This week’s story will be a difficult listen for some, but such an important story to share. I’m talking to Claire-Michelle Pearson about being a ‘Snowdrop donor’ at Hearts Milk Bank after the death of her son, Rupert. We’ve split the episode into two parts. Part 2 is about her milk donation journey and the birth of Rory, her five-month old (and we do make a reference to other losses more briefly.) Claire and her husband Russell tried to conceive for several years before she conceived Rupert....

1 month ago

41 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Claire's story - milk donation after loss. Part 1

This week’s story will be a difficult listen for some, but such an important story to share. I’m talking to Claire-Michelle Pearson about being a ‘Snowdrop donor’ at Hearts Milk Bank after the death of her son, Rupert. We’ve split the episode into two parts. Part 1 covers Claire’s pregnancy with Rupert and his loss. Part 2 is about her milk donation journey and the birth of Rory, her five-month old (and we do make a reference to other losses more briefly.) Claire and her husband Russell tried...

1 month ago

49 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Hannah's story - IGT and working with Imogen Unger IBCLC

This week, I’m joined by two special guests: Hannah Clapham, mum of two and a holistic sleep coach, and Imogen Unger, a seasoned lactation consultant with over 20 years of experience. Hannah has Insufficient Glandular Tissue (IGT) and struggled with her first breastfeeding experience. She was better-prepared for her second experience, bolstered by Imogen's support, and continues to breastfeed her two-year- old son to this day. We discuss the complexities of diagnosing and managing low m...

2 months ago

1 hour 15 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Becky’s story - a solo motherhood journey

Part two of our exploration of solo mums by choice features Becky's breastfeeding journey with her two-year-old son, Struan. Becky shares her experience with day weaning, initially influenced by societal pressures to stop breastfeeding to improve sleep, but ultimately finding a balance that works for her and Struan. The conversation also delves into Becky’s considerations for having a second child through IVF, her decision-making process around solo motherhood, and her support network. ...

2 months ago

47 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Jenny and Kat's stories - solo motherhood and breastfeeding

I have a bumper edition of Makes Milk for you today, with not one, not two, but three stories of solo motherhood. In this episode, I’m speaking to Jenny and Kat, and in the next, I’ll be speaking to Becky. We’re focusing on the concept of 'solo motherhood' by choice, through the personal experiences of Kat and Jenny, who both conceived with donor sperm and faced various challenges along the way. They discuss their decision-making processes, the hurdles they overcame, including medical a...

2 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Jill's story - struggling to conceive while breastfeeding

This week I’m talking to Jill Mason from Wicklow, Ireland, who has racked up nearly every parenting experience, or so it seems! Jill discusses her first child, Clodagh's, premature birth, NICU stay, and successful breastfeeding journey. With her second child, Cian, she underwent a home birth but faced challenges with sleep training and medical issues. For her third child Seán, a c-section was necessary due to prior medical complications, and she experienced reflux issues. Jill reflects ...

2 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Summer holiday replay - Dads and breastfeeding with Scott Mair - Part 2

This summer bonus episode is a replay of episode 76, where I speak to Scott Mair from Fatherhood Solutions. I’m taking a break over the summer holidays. I’ll be back with a brand new episode on 2nd September 2025. In this 2nd part of my conversation with Scott, we answer questions on natural term breastfeeding, dealing with comments from family members, where to go for advice, and sex and intimacy after birth. I’m grateful to Scott for joining me in some honest and open, and not always easy, ...

2 months ago

1 hour 17 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Summer holiday replay - Dads and breastfeeding with Scott Mair - Part 1

This summer bonus episode is a replay of episode 75, where I speak to Scott Mair from Fatherhood Solutions. I’m taking a break over the summer holidays. I’ll be back with a brand new episode on 2nd September 2025. Scott is an ex-military dad of seven children, and one grandchild, who specialises in fathers’ mental health and inclusion. Who better to answer your questions about how dads can support breastfeeding, how non-feeding partners can form a bond with their babies, and how to overcome...

3 months ago

1 hour 6 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Grannies and breastfeeding with Jan Edye IBCLC

This week, I’m joined by a breastfeeding legend - Jan Edye. Jan was one of the first people to qualify as an IBCLC in the UK, and has run her local breastfeeding support session for decades. She’s a fount of all knowledge and it’s a joy to have her on the show. We’re talking about grannies and breastfeeding. From how to talk about past experiences, to what to do if you stay over to help, to what Jan’s dream post-natal class for grannies would look like. You can find more about Jan at https://...

3 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Phoebe's story - moving to exclusive pumping

This week’s episode is a prime example of how everyone’s situation is unique, and every solution must be too. My guest is Phoebe, a nurse from Paris, France. Phoebe shares her experiences, including her initial plans to breastfeed, facing issues like inverted nipples, her daughter Adele’s jaundice and weight loss, and conflicting advice from healthcare professionals. At four months postpartum, after much hard work, Phoebe is now exclusively pumping. She details her current routine of pu...

3 months ago

59 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

Amy's story - Breastfeeding and MS

This week I’m talking to Amy Winterbourne, a mother of two from Watford, about her experience breastfeeding after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). Amy shares her journey of breastfeeding her eldest son, William, until he was two and a half, and how she weaned him gently during her pregnancy with her younger son, James. She then delves into her MS diagnosis when James was nearly one, describing the initial symptoms, the process of diagnosis, and her concerns about continuing to br...

3 months ago

50 minutes

Makes Milk with Emma Pickett: breastfeeding from the beginning to the end

A Q&A on tandem feeding with Nicola de Sousa

My guest this week has personal and professional experience of tandem feeding to share with us. Nicola De Sousa is an infant feeding coach from Jersey, in the Channel Islands. She fed her toddler Mikayla, all through her pregnancy and alongside her infant Diogo. We talk about Nicola’s experience of feeding both her children, but also from 28:30 we answer your questions about tandem feeding. For details of the questions covered, please refer to the transcript of this episode. You can fol...

3 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes