#10 MILK: An Intimate History of Breastfeeding - author Joanna Wolfarth

How has breastfeeding been viewed over the centuries? Why has there sometimes been suspicion about breastmilk? And how much does society shape the baby-feeding experience for women? Joanna Wolfarth, an art historian and writer, joins us on the podcast to discuss her book 'Milk: An Intimate History of Breastfeeding'. She shares some of her fascinating research for the book (including wooden nipple shields and 17th century bottles!) as well as her own difficult experiences with breastfeeding. You can find out more about Joanna on her website hereMilk: An Intimate History of Breastfeeding is available to buy on Amazon* Note: Commissions may be earned from the links above, which all goes in to making the podcastTo contact the show you can send us a text message! Support the showThanks for listening to The Next Feed! Instagram: Click here Facebook: Click here Email [email protected] If you like what you hear don’t forget you can SUBCRIBE / FOLLOW to join us each episode.And if you can spare a minute or two to leave a review, it's HUGELY appreciated :)