Nourish: Nicola O'Byrne Lactation Consultant

Nicola is a mum of 5, and an IBCLC registered Lactation Consultant with a background in pediatric nursing. Nicola supports mums who want desperately to breastfeed, and those who are finished their breastfeeding journey and ready to wean. She is non-judgemental, realistic and focused on results. She began her training with Cuidiu, and became an IBCLC lactation consultant in 2005. Nicola not only helps parents but also trains midwives, doctors, public health nurse, doulas and other lactation consultants and speaks internationally at conferences.Let’s dive into this pocket of joy as I share some of my mothering journey, we discuss weaning, low milk supply, mental health and much more. Share this with your friends who may need the support, "Like" this video and leave your feedback in the comments, and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Check my YouTube for the video version.You can find Nicola at the links below:https://www.breastfeedingsupport.ie/https://www.facebook.com/BreastfeedingDublinIrelandhttps://www.instagram.com/nicola_lactationconsultant/Niamh's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thewellnessclinicirelandTimestamps00:00 Intro02:56 Niamh's live TV interview about breastfeeding03:52 Facebook group "Extended Breastfeeding" in Ireland04:30 Recent improvements in breastfeeding support online06:55 Weaning 09:20 Breastfeeding as a ND mom10:45 Breastfeeding with Covid-19/flu12:50 Weaning your last baby15:10 Breastfeeding benefits for baby16:30 Breastmilk is a clear liquid 17:40 Formula 19:08 Breastfeeding benefits for mom21:00 Mental health & bf22:22 Dynamics of online groups24:50 Being an entrepreneur online29:50 Low milk supply31:40 Nicola’s classes: starting / stopping breastfeeding / pumping34:00 Neurodivergence36:00 Chest feeding36:30 Bf after surrogacy38:30 Anti-nausea drug as galactagogue40:00 Nicola’s webinars41:30 Relationship problems48:00 Nicola's Book / Movie that made a big impression50:15 Nicola’s Motto for life51:05 Tongue tie divisions / Frenectomy52:45 Nicola’s idea of perfect happiness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.