Ep 109: Why we should alleviate stress around breastfeeding and support all moms

Host: Cindy Hovington

GUEST: Kishanda Vyboh

Kishanda completed her BSc in Microbiology and Immunology at McGill University. She went on to complete her masters in the same department, working on HIV. After working in fundamental and clinical wet labs for several years, she switched to the administrative side of science and now works in the cancer axis of the CRCHUM. She also works independently as a flexibility and dance teacher. Kishanda had her first child in 2017 and went on to volunteer as a breastfeeding support volunteer for new parents in her neighbourhood. In all these facets of her life, from movement to breast to science, she tries to base herself off evidence-based research.

Summary

In today’s episode, we are joined by Kishanda Vyboh, MSc and seasoned breastfeeding support parent. We discuss ALL things beautiful and challenging about breastfeeding. We speak about the pressure parents are put under to feed their babies whether it should be by breast milk or formula. This is a judgment-free zone!

5:16 – What is a breastfeeding support parent?

7:27 – Is there other programs like Nourri-Source out there?

8:30 – What is the best way to feed your child and why breastfeeding education is necessary

12:30 – Do you have to follow all the rules that the pre-natal classes give you?

14:56 – Why did Kishanda make her own FREE pre-natal workshop and who can access it?

17:30 – Why are there mood changes during the breast-feeding weaning period

21:42 – Why does the World Health Organization suggest breastfeeding exclusively until 6 months, and then continuing until 2 years? Why is Canada not meeting these milestones?

25:49 – Should I breastfeed my baby every time they cry?

28:03 – If I continue breastfeeding past 2 years, will I ruin my child?

30:04 – What should I do if I don’t want my tongue-tied child to have surgery?

33:40 – What are some common misconceptions Kishanda has seen throughout her years volunteering?

37:30 – What topics are covered in Kishanda’s free course?

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Resources:

• Join Kishanda on Instagram: @kishanda_jesse

• Nourri-source: https://nourri-source.org/en/

• Access the free workshop here: https://linktr.ee/kishandajesse?fbclid=PAAaa0hfIrCKX4gNsta4JHbSHpubhuVxUAXr4GMvJcZQaZCXjWUIycRvzvkWk

• La leche league: https://www.lllc.ca/

• Study from Canadian Journal of Nursing Research

• Find an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in Quebec