Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom & Baby - Part 2 | Karen Federici, MD with Adiel Gorel

Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom & Baby - Part 2   Karen Federici, MD, decided to train to be a doctor after becoming a mother and finding little to no support for breastfeeding, nor information about the benefits of breastfeeding for mom. She is now a family physician, breastfeeding specialist, and also co-founder of TeleLact, a telehealth startup that offers lactating women the support they need as & when. In this enlightening conversation with health seeker Adiel Gorel, she tells us everything we wish we knew about breastfeeding and more.   Key Insights: As a new mother, Karen had difficulty breastfeeding. However, there was little or no support from the hospital. Doctors are just not trained for this, she found in med school. While the benefits of breastfeeding for moms are well known, the consequences of not breastfeeding are less well known. Karen Federici MD discusses both in detail. There are several myths that have become associated with breastfeeding, and only 25% of women are exclusively nursing at six months. It seems we have lost the skill of nursing. There are cultural factors for this. One reason is the sexualizing of breasts. Nursing is seen as something messy and to be hidden away. This is a skill we have lost over time. Karen shares an anecdote of another doctor to show how little doctors are taught about breastfeeding and the benefits of breastfeeding for moms. Plus, formula milk is pushed in a big way because of the financial incentives. Author, Investment Expert and Wellness Advocate Adiel Gorel isn't just an expert in his chosen fields but also a storyteller who makes complex issues easily accessible. Tune in to his show where he addresses diverse issues with a single aim to improve quality of life.    Have questions? Seeking the right information is the first step toward improving quality of life and health. Post your questions in the comment box below or get in touch with me directly. https://adielgorel.com/  [email protected]