Episode 22: Breast vs. Bottle: Finding the Right Balance for Your Baby

Is your baby refusing the bottle? Or maybe you’re wondering when and how to introduce one while breastfeeding? In this episode, Jean Hawney, Speech-Language Pathologist and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, breaks down the differences between breastfeeding and bottle feeding and shares practical tips to help parents feel confident.You’ll learn:When to introduce a bottle (weight gain concerns, latch difficulties, returning to work, caregiver bonding, or simply as a backup)How often to practice with the bottle so your baby stays comfortable with both breast and bottleRed flags that signal your baby may be struggling at the breast or the bottleWhen to reach out to an IBCLC or speech-language pathologist for extra supportFeeding doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Whether you’re exclusively breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or doing a combination of both, this episode will give you tools to reduce stress and support your baby’s growth.