Plugged Ducts & Mastitis with Victoria Rothbard, CLC
In this episode, Jacqueline is joined by Victoria Rothbard, a CLC who faced countless challenges throughout her journey, including recurrent plugged ducts and mastitis. Victoria often received conflicting advice and quickly learned that there is a lot of misleading breastfeeding information out there. Together, Jacqueline and Victoria clear up some key pieces of information around mastitis, pumping, and clogged ducts. Victoria decided to become a Certified Lactation Counselor to help provide parents with evidence-based support. Jacqueline and Victoria discuss the Academy of Breastfeeding Protocol and its response from other lactation consultants. In this episode, you’ll hear:When nipple shields should and shouldn't be usedHow to navigate the weaning processSigns and symptoms of clogged ducts and mastitisWhat to do if you’re experiencing mastitisABM Protocols and the responseA glance at this episode:[2:20] Victoria shares her pregnancy and delivery while living abroad in Turkey[10:34] Why and how Victoria became a Certified Lactation Counselor[13:40] How she weaned off of using a nipple shield[16:14] Risks of using a nipple shield long term[20:32] Signs and symptoms of plugged ducts that Victoria experienced firsthand[25:18] Tips and guidance to avoid mastitis[34:43] Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocol and the response to it from lactation consultants[37:42] Victoria’s thoughts on the ABM Protocol response[43:50] When you might need antibiotics for mastitis[45:26] Victoria’s thoughts on Lecithin[49:58] How Victoria navigated her fear of low milk supply[55:02] What did weaning look like for VictoriaRelated Links:Virtual Bra FittingsAcademy of Breastfeeding Medicine ProtocolAcademy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocol ResponseVictoria’s InstagramHolistic Lactation WebsiteDiscount on Products Use Code ‘PODCAST15’Follow on InstagramBook an Appointment🍼 If you are truly struggling with breastmilk production, check out our Advanced Lactation Formula supplement or considSupport the showMore from Holistic Lactation: Save on our supplements using code PODCAST15 at https://holisticlactation.com/products Shop on Amazon Follow us on Instagram https://instagram.com/holisticlactation Access group support & our courses at https://holisticlactation.com/nurture-collective Get 1:1 expert lactation help at https://holisticlactation.com/clinic Thanks for listening & subscribing! Leave us a review