In this first episode of the Nourished Young Podcast, meet Jahni, who shares the ups and downs of latching, and the emotional rollercoaster she experienced as a new mother, navigating breastfeeding her premature son, Sebastian. 

As you'll learn, Jahni was determined to establish a breastfeeding relationship with her son, even though numerous consultations and attempts to get him to latch, coupled with the guilt of feeling like her body had failed her was overwhelming.

This episode is for you if you have struggled with breastfeeding and you feel alone. You'll learn how crucial finding the right support system can be, and the insights it gave Jahni that helped her cultivate acceptance, and how to listen to her own body's wisdom.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• The initial struggles Jahni had with trying to nurse a premature baby
• The issues with latching and how tongue ties played a role
• How things clicked for Jahni when she let go of expectation
• Why both bottle and breast milk can be the best of both worlds

Mentioned in this episode: 

• La Leche League International 

Do you have a story to tell?
If your breastfeeding experience has been transformative for you and you'd like to share it with others, then please let us know! We're always looking for new stories to let other people know what's possible. Just send your name and a short overview of your journey, or even just your words of wisdom for new parents.

Also, if you need support and want to connect with other parents who understand what you're going through, check out the Nourished Young Community so we can help support you on your journey.

Visit www.nourishedyoung.com to learn more.