Episode 5: Empowering Parents: Navigating Newborns, Breastfeeding, and Family Dynamics with Emily

In this episode of Labs and Lullabies, Dr. Shivalee sits down with Emily, a Neonatal ICU nurse and Parent Educator with over 13 years of experience. Emily, who is also an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, has dedicated her career to supporting families through breastfeeding, pumping, and formula feeding. Her mission is to empower parents with education and guide them in creating a personalized “blueprint” for success that suits their unique family needs. We discuss Emily’s personal journey of becoming a mother during the peak of the pandemic in 2020, the insights she gained, and how she now balances life as a mom of two. She also shares her work on developing online courses aimed at helping parents thrive in the newborn phase and beyond, with a holistic approach to navigating relationships and family transitions. Tune in for valuable tips and inspiration for parents at all stages.