Ep 6 Boobs & Bottles: Our Two Very Different Stories

Episode SummaryHosts Annika and Anjelli open up about one of the most personal topics yet: their breastfeeding journeys. Two very different experiences, one honest and judgment-free conversation.Anjelli prepared thoroughly after her midwife's encouragement, but a post-birth infection sent her body into stress, tanking her milk supply. Despite over a month of triple feeding, pumping around the clock, lactation cookies, and Facebook groups — there was never enough milk. She's been formula feeding her daughter ever since, and describes it as one of her real heartbreaks as a mom.Annika went in with almost no preparation, but her daughter Amalia latched perfectly from birth. The challenge came later: oversupply, constant spitting up (likely reflux), a bout of mastitis, and months of painful positions. A lactation consultant proved invaluable. Now at 16 months she's still breastfeeding, has become a passionate advocate — and openly admits she used to judge extended breastfeeding before becoming a mom herself.Together they cover: formula feeding logistics (sterilizing, milk makers, the "pharmacy bag" that goes everywhere), Denmark's supportive breastfeeding culture and public resources, the WHO's 2-year recommendation that most doctors don't mention, the real link between feeding method and sleep (Anjelli's daughter slept through at 3 months; Annika's woke hourly until 12 months), and what they'd tell any expecting mom. The episode closes with their mom highs and lows: a magical first conscious Mother's Day with flowers, a handwritten card and a "Mor" balloon — versus relentless toddler sickness and daycare separation anxiety in full swing.Timestamps0:00 – Intro & Episode Overview0:52 – Breastfeeding Expectations Before Birth4:41 – After Birth: Latching, Infections & Triple Feeding5:47 – Anjelli's Journey: Low Supply, Pumping & Formula8:21 – Annika's Journey: Oversupply, Mastitis & Finding Confidence14:24 – Formula Feeding: Equipment & Challenges26:14 – Breastfeeding in Denmark: Public Support & Resources31:23 – Sleep, Night Wakings & Night Weaning33:51 – Anjelli: Sleep & Formula Feeding at Night35:56 – Advice for Expecting Moms38:25 – Mom High & Mom Low of the WeekComing up: Annika and Anjelli plan to invite a lactation consultant or breastfeeding expert for a dedicated guest episode — so stay tuned for a deeper dive into the science and support behind breastfeeding. They'll also check back in with a breastfeeding update as both their journeys continue to evolve.