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Mar 2024
51m 28s

Dr. Robyn Thompson: Encouraging Breastfe...

My Essential Birth
About this episode
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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