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Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: Kath Baquie from FitNest Mama
A podcast dedicated to helping you have a healthy pregnancy, confident childbirth and strong recovery. In this podcast, we will cover the strategies to help you stay healthy and active during pregnancy, and confidently recover after childbirth, so that you can get back to your old (new) self, with a bubba by your side. You will find some amazing interviews with professionals covering breastfeeding with lactation consultants, childbirth with midwives and doctors, as well as birth stories from mamas just like you, designed to help educate and inform. How do I stay active & healthy during pregnancy? How can I look after my pelvic floor & core muscles? How can I feel confident heading into childbirth? How do I get strong again after birth, so that I can get back to doing what I love? This podcast will leave you feeling supported, inspired and ready to tackle this new journey. FitNest Mama is your workout app, which has online workouts and resources, helping women stay healthy during pregnancy, and have a strong postnatal recovery. Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is general in nature and should not replace the advice of your healthcare professional. For freebies and to find out more information head to https://www.fitnestmama.com or Instagram @kathbaquie.physio.
Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: Kath Baquie from FitNest Mama
Expert Chat - Supplementing formula while breastfeeding, with lactation consultant Jaimie Zaki
Struggling with low supply, unsure when to supplement, or wondering if formula will derail your breastfeeding goals?
In this episode, I’m joined by Jaimie Zaki—nurse, doula, mum of five, and IBCLC—for a conversation about supplementing with formula while breastfeeding.
We explore how to use formula as a supportive tool (not a failure), how to advocate for your feeding goals in the hospital, and Jaimie’s SMART method for confident, informed supplementation.
Whether you're exclusively breastfeeding, combo-feeding, or somewhere in between—this is a must-listen for any parent navigating early feeding decisions.
What We Cover:
- Myths around formula and breastfeeding
- How early formula use in hospitals can impact breastfeeding outcomes
- Why preparation for breastfeeding should start before birth
- Red flags to look out for before introducing formula
- The SMART supplementing method:
- Supplementing method (bottle, cup, tube, etc.)
- Measured amount
- A clear reason
- Right formula choice
- Timing of feeds
- Understanding oral dysfunction, fussiness, and supply issues
- How to find trustworthy breastfeeding support (even if you're rural)
- Why birth interventions can influence early feeding—and what to do about it
- The emotional side of feeding choices and letting go of guilt
Connect with Jaimie Zaki:
LINKS:
Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts
Instagram @kathbaquie.physio
1:1 Consultation with Physio Kath at Hatched House
** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.
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