The Latched Mama Podcast

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Episode 151: How Much Toothpaste is Safe for My Kid to Eat with Dr. Alice Hoang Aug 29, 2024

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In this episode, Melissa chats with Dr. Alice Hoang, a mother, and general dentist who treats both children and adults living and working in Brooklyn. The pair discusses the myth that mothers lose a tooth for every child, common dental issues among new mothers, and tips for bringing your little one to the dentist for the first time.

Episode 150: Hitting the Road with Pumpspotting Aug 15, 2024

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In this episode, Melissa and Lindi are joined by Amy Van Haren, CEO of Pumpspotting, a platform for mothers to connect over breastfeeding, milk, motherhood, and find the best places to nurse and pump. The three discuss their own breastfeeding and pumping experiences, the moment that inspired Amy to found Pumpspotting, The Pumpspotting National Tour, and the significance of community in motherhood.

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Enter the giveaway to win a $100 Latched Mama gift card, become a Tour VIP, and learn more about the Latched Mama closet on the Pumpspotting Tour: https://latchedmama.com/pages/pumpspotting

Episode 149: Happy World Breastfeeding Week Aug 01, 2024

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In this episode, Melissa and Lindi discuss the start of World Breastfeeding Week, how it came to be a celebration at Latched Mama, and what to expect from LM this year. The two recall their own breastfeeding experiences, how their experiences varied with each child, and share what they would tell their past selves when breastfeeding for the first time.

Episode 148: C-Sections and the Evolution of Childbirth with Rachel Somerstein Jul 25, 2024

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TRIGGER WARNING: Traumatic birth story, c-sections, health anxiety. In this episode, Melissa sits down with Rachel Somerstein, author of Invisible Labor: The Untold Story of the Cesarean Section, associate professor of journalism at SUNY New Paltz, and writer for The Washington Post, Wired, and many other publications. Rachel shares the birth story of her first child, which she delivered via c-section without any anesthesia, her motivation for writing this book, and what she has learned about c-sections in the aftermath of her traumatic experience.

Episode 147: The Motherhood Olympics Jul 12, 2024

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In this episode, Melissa and Lindi recap the 4th of July, solve the mystery of the stolen MacBook, debate about Disney World, and share new updates about the Pumpspotting tour. They also discuss the incredible talent of mothers that have qualified for this year’s summer Olympic Games starting in Paris on July 26, and share stories about motherhood activities and responsibilities that frequently feel like Olympic sports.

Episode 146: Your Kids, Their Friends, Our Thoughts Jun 27, 2024

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Melissa and Lindi chat about the ups, downs and in betweens of our children’s friendships, daily decisions and more!

Episode 145: Hot Mess Summer Express Jun 13, 2024

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Hot Mess Summer Express! Melissa & Lindi chat all things chaos, popsicles, water, swim meets and all the snacks.

Episode 144: Is Motherhood More Difficult for Millennials? May 30, 2024

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After several weeks of guest interviews, we’re back with another Melissa and Lindi solo episode. In this episode, M + L discuss how the challenges of motherhood vary from generation to generation. And we give our personal message to college graduates this year.

Episode 143: Supporting Families After a Disability Diagnosis May 18, 2024

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Hey Mamas! In this episode, we speak with Pam Beron, Founder of Highest Potential Pathways, where she offers her services as a disability life quality coach to families that are navigating raising a child with disabilities. In this transparent and vulnerable conversation, Pam walks us through the most inclusive language to use, helps us understand the stigma families that have received a diagnosis may experience and how to best support them, as well as how to talk to your own child about their own special needs.

Episode 142: Breastfeeding Mothers Deserve the Freedom of Mobility, with Lisa Myers, CEO of Ceres Chill May 02, 2024

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Hey Mamas! In this episode, we speak with Lisa Myers, CEO & Founder of Ceres Chill, a breastmilk storage device that safely stores and chills breastmilk for 20 hours without refrigeration. Lisa tells us the story of what led her to invent Ceres Chill, her experience as a military spouse and how that has influenced her as an entrepreneur, and tips and advice on breastmilk safety. Also in this episode, Melissa and Lindi discuss what they’re “done” with as mothers, inspired by Jenna Bush-Hager, and whether there is ever an occasion where it’s not appropriate to breastfeed.

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