In this episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, HeHe chats about the benefits and logistics of donor milk with Kelly Cox, founder of Share the Drop, an innovative app connecting donors to recipients. Kelly discusses the need for and benefits of donor milk, particularly for those facing various breastfeeding challenges and the stringent criteria of formal milk banks. The discussion emphasizes the importance of community support and informed decision-making in ensuring the health and wellbeing of infants. They also touch on safety measures, the history and evolution of milk donation, and the cultural and health implications of lactation support. This episode serves as both an informational resource and a testament to the power of community-driven support systems in maternal and infant health.
01:01 The Benefits and Challenges of Breastfeeding
02:03 Introducing Donor Milk
02:13 Challenges in Donating Breast Milk
03:33 Meet Kelly Cox and Share the Drop
07:44 Kelly's Journey to Founding Share the Drop
21:00 The Importance of Community Support
23:02 Ensuring Safety in Donor Milk Sharing
29:05 How to Use the Share the Drop App
29:42 Creating and Managing Your Profile
30:07 Subscription Fees and Waivers
30:25 Traveling and App Activity
31:53 Mother's Day Gift Ideas
33:53 Legal and Liability Concerns
34:59 Importance of Feeding Plans
38:27 Community Support and Resources
39:57 Healthcare Providers' Perspectives
49:23 Historical and Cultural Context of Wet Nursing
54:40 Conclusion and Contact Information
Guest Bio:
Kelly Cox is a registered prenatal yoga teacher, a birth doula, former mental health therapist, and breast cancer survivor; all of which led her to understand the stress and anxiety felt when caregivers are unable to produce enough, or any, breast milk.
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LINKS MENTIONED:
Human Milk Banking Association of North America: https://www.hmbana.org
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