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Mar 2024
49m 59s

Dr. Robyn Thompson: Encouraging Breastfe...

My Essential Birth
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Our esteemed guest, Dr. Robyn Thompson, joins us this week to discuss breastfeeding, the importance of the maternal bond with baby, and how crucial a mother's intuition is. We dive into the Three Golden Hours and what that means for setting mom and baby up for success with breastfeeding. Where to find Dr. Thompson: InstagramWebsiteBreastfeeding GuideLinks M ... Show More
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