The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast
If you're a mama whose marriage has become increasingly disconnected and difficult after kids, this podcast is for you. Join host Michelle Purta each week as she has open and honest conversations about what it takes to have a successful and healthy marriage focusing on healthy communication and deep connection.
While mom life can feel rewarding, it can also feel like losing yourself. You trade in your self care for self sacrifice and your marriage takes a backseat or no seat at all as you juggle this crazy life where it feels like all you do is chores, take care of the kids, and work.
Well, here is the space where you get to be reminded that you don't have to choose between being a good mom and having a great marriage. Being happily married is a skill and skills can be learned, so tune in weekly to get your dose of how to upgrade your experience of marriage through motherhood!
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The Marriage & Motherhood Podcast
Ep. 246 - When Feeding Isn’t Easy: Navigating Oral Ties and Postpartum Support with Shari Stamps
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When breastfeeding isn’t working the way you imagined—it’s not your fault.
In this episode, I am joined by Shari Stamps, an integrative wellness practitioner and mom of six, to talk about what really happens when feeding your baby doesn’t go as planned—especially when oral ties are involved.
We dive into the emotional and physical challenges of postpartum feeding, how to spot red flags, and why so many moms feel dismissed or unsupported when they know something’s not right.
Shari breaks down what oral ties actually are, why they’re often missed by professionals, and how a holistic care team (including lactation consultants, craniosacral therapists, and pediatric specialists) can help. She also shares how parents can regulate themselves, connect with their baby, and move through this season with more confidence and peace.
If you’ve ever felt like you were failing because feeding wasn’t “natural” or “easy,” this episode will remind you—you’re not alone, and it’s not your fault.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
What oral ties are and how they affect feeding
Signs your baby may be struggling beyond a “bad latch”
Why holistic support is essential for both mom and baby
How to self-soothe and stay grounded when feeding challenges feel overwhelming
The role your partner can play in emotional and physical support
Mentioned in this episode:
Shari’s toolkit: Your Baby’s Tie Care Bestie
Connect with Shari:
Website: https://www.navigatingparenthood.com/
IG: @navigatingparenthood
Podcast: Navigating Parenthood
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