"It’s not right and it’s not fair... everywhere should be breastfeeding friendly because it is our right, it is literally legally protected."
“I had a lot of guilt and shame that I've had to work through… I've still been really upset about it, but that's more because it just hasn't gone to plan, and I like things to be in control, I've discovered”
Kayleigh, a mother of two, reflects on how her painful birth experiences and postpartum recovery influenced her breastfeeding challenges, highlighting her experiences and perspectives on breastfeeding, systemic issues, and maternal care in the UK. Kayleigh discusses her personal guilt and shame tied to feeding choices, emphasising that societal pressures harm all mothers, regardless of feeding methods, arguing that mothers should feel empowered to make informed decisions without external judgment.
00:00 Introduction to the Holding Time Podcast
00:41 Kayleigh's Breastfeeding Journey
01:28 Challenges and Solutions
02:29 The Role of Tongue Tie
04:10 Birth Experiences and Their Impact
07:14 Emotional Struggles and Support
11:43 The Importance of Donor Milk and Support Networks
16:16 Societal Pressures and Breastfeeding
22:26 Effective Strategies for Breastfeeding Success
25:09 Conclusion and Acknowledgements
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