Ep 28. Breastfeeding Support with a Lactation Consultant, Alissa Powell shares her own knowledge and gifts on supporting the Mama-Baby dyad

Alissa Powell from Latch Lactation is a Mother of 2 and IBCLC, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Alissa is a mother of two young children who has experienced many and complex challenges myself in her own lactation journey, which adds to her empathy for the real hurdles and emotions parents face. An Internationally Board Certified (IBCLC) as awarded by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) with a background in practical support as an ABA Counsellor and volunteer (Australian Breastfeeding Association Cert IV Breastfeeding Education [Counselling]. Also a member of the Lactation Consultant Association of Australia and New Zealand (LCANZ) and the International Lactation Consultants Association (ILCA). With previous studies in behavioural neuroscience and education, encompassing childhood development and psychology, combines for a unique perspective in supporting parents with holistic evidence based information - informed by scientific research from the fields of anthropology, psychology, sociology, education and evolutionary biology. Alissa melds attachment parenting principles with the most current research in dental and airway health, to achieve the best foundations for healthy facial development, gut bacteria microbiome, hormones and mental health. I am a committed lifelong learner and am continually reading and contributing to new research publications.  Specialties Digestive wellness Food allergies & intolerance Healthy cooking / meal planning Diet and Detoxification Elimination diets Find Alissa at: Website - Facebook Other helpful links: Australian Breastfeeding Association: Website - Facebook Breastfeeding Counselling Hotline: 1800-686-268 La Leche League International Breastfeeding Support  Perhaps you too feel a calling to work with new mothers as a postpartum doula in the special postpartum window: Newborn Mothers affiliate link Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast do not constitute medical or professional advice, do not reflect the opinions of this business, any of its parent companies, affiliates, subsidiaries, promotional sponsors, or advertising agencies, and do not create any type of patient-physician relationship or other professional relationship between the audience and presenters.  No person viewing any podcast from this website should act or refrain from acting on the basis of the content of a podcast without first seeking appropriate professional advice and/or counselling, nor shall the information be used as a substitute for professional advice and/or counselling.  Pollination Mamas expressly disclaims any and all liability relating to any actions taken or not taken based on any or all contents of this site.