Kicked out of the Australian Breastfeeding Association for Advocating for Breastfeeding Women

Send us a textYou can support Jasmine by donating to her crowdfunder here - https://www.hrla.org.au/stand-with-jasmine?utm_campaign=2507_eappeal_3&utm_medium=email&utm_source=hrlaSummaryIn this conversation, Jasmine Sussex shares her experiences as a breastfeeding counsellor and the challenges she faced regarding men breastfeeding and the push for gender-neutral language within the Australian Breastfeeding Association. She discusses the implications of these changes on motherhood, the importance of maintaining a mother-centric approach in breastfeeding support, and the legal battles she has encountered as a result of her advocacy. The conversation highlights the ongoing struggle for women's voices in the context of motherhood and public health.TakeawaysJasmine Sussex is a mother of three and a breastfeeding counselor.She encountered a controversial discussion about a four-year-old transitioning.The Australian Breastfeeding Association is facing pressure to adopt gender-neutral language.Jasmine believes that breastfeeding should center around mothers, not gender identity.There is a significant pushback against pediatric transitioning in Australia.Jasmine faced disciplinary actions for her views on transitioning children.The media has taken an interest in the controversies surrounding the ABA.Legal challenges are ongoing regarding her advocacy for mothers' rights.The conversation emphasizes the importance of mother-child relationships in early development.Jasmine calls for solidarity among women to address these issues. Chapters00:00Introduction to Jasmine Sussex01:15The Controversy of Early Gender Transition04:13Personal Experiences and Professional Conflicts11:38The Impact of Gender Identity on Women's Health15:47The Push for Gender Neutral Language21:04The Fallout from the ABA's Policies26:09Navigating Complaints and Activism in Breastfeeding Support30:57Media Exposure and Internal Conflicts34:21The Challenge of Sisterly Solidarity37:03The Impact of Language on Motherhood42:22Safeguarding and Controversial Conversations48:16Legal Battles and Advocacy for Mothers53:40Defending the Rights of Mothers and Babies56:55Sisterhood and Support in Challenging Times59:05Navigating Conflict and Online Harassment01:01:36The Importance of Standing Your Ground01:05:10Legal Battles and the Fight for Women's Rights01:07:41The Biological Reality of Motherhood01:11:12Revisiting Parenting Norms and Societal ExpectationsBe My Guest - Do you have an experience that you would like to share on my YouTube channel? Book now - https://kellyoliverdougall.co.uk/be-my-guest/Work with me - If you have an experience that you would like some help with, I am a counsellor and I would love to support you. You can book a free no obligation consultation here - kellyoliverdougall.co.uk/counsellingSupport the show