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Jul 2024

33m 51s

Antenatal expressing | Preparation for b...

About this episode

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Join this conversation with midwife Amber Gibson, where we discuss antenatal expressing and preparation for breastfeeding during pregnancy.

Some topics we discuss include:

Benefits of antenatal expressing
When NOT to do antenatal expressing
When to start antenatal expressing
Hand expressing of colostrum
Preparing for breastfeeding in the newborn period.

If you are pregnant, then I trust you will love this episode!

LINKS:

Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist

Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts

Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts

FitNest Mama Website

Instagram @fitnestmama

Connect with Amber Gibson:

Instagram @bodybirthandbaby
www.bodybirthandbaby.com.au

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