The Holding Time Podcast
Holding Time Featuring Rachel
May 26, 202519 minS0
<p> “I always just assumed that I would give birth and just breastfeed, and that would be it. It would be this natural, straightforward thing.”</p><p>“It's not just feeding them. If they hurt themselves, you can offer milk and that’s a comfort. It’s their safe place with Mum.”</p><p></p><p>Rachel shares her breastfeeding journey, reflecting on initial struggles with her first child. Despite her mother’s positive portrayal of breastfeeding, Rachel found it challenging, particularly as a single parent. She sought help from a lactation consultant but still struggled alone. With her second child, she felt...
