Episode 170 - A Real Conversation About Breastfeeding with Dr. Sabeen Adil

This week on Sense by Meg Faure, we cut through the myths and pressures for a real conversation about breastfeeding. Meg is joined by the incredible Dr. Sabeen Adil, a GP and internationally board-certified lactation consultant, who brings a wealth of global experience in breastfeeding medicine and perinatal mental health.This episode offers a supportive and honest look at the breastfeeding journey:More Than Milk: Discover why breastfeeding is not just for the baby, but also a crucial and natural part of a mother's own postpartum physiological recovery.Busting Myths: Dr. Adil debunks common myths, including the idea that pain is normal (it's not!) and the pitfalls of rigid feeding schedules in the early days.The Power of Support: We explore the concept of the "village" across different cultures and discuss why a held and supported mother is the key to a successful breastfeeding journey.Letdown & Latch: Learn about the "milk ejection reflex" (that stabbing pain!) and why a proper latch is the foundation of comfortable feeding.Permission to Choose: A compassionate discussion on recognizing when to persevere and when it's okay to stop, emphasizing that a healthy, happy mother is what's most important.Whether you're pregnant or in the thick of it, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and empowered.About Our Guest:Dr. Sabeen Adil is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), General Practitioner, and Perinatal Mental Health Professional with over 15 years of experience. A former President of the International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA), she is a globally recognized expert in breastfeeding medicine. Dr. Adil currently supports families as a full-time Lactation Consultant at Kings College Hospital in Dubai.Episode References and Links:📱 Parent Sense App – Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here.CONNECT WITH MEG FAUREWeb: megfaure.comSocial Media Channels: Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/MegFaure.Sense Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megfaure.sense/Parent Sense mobile app:Download Parent Sense App Web: https://parentsense.app/I hope you enjoyed this episode of SENSE BY Meg Faure! If you want to support or follow the podcast, here’s how:Subscribe, or listen on Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcastsLeave a 5* rating and review on Apple PodcastsFollow my social media channels or sign up to my mailing listFor episode feedback & suggestions, or to nominate yourself or a friend to appear as a guest on the show, please email [email protected]