Do you need to make shift in sleep with your baby? Does "cry it out" and "sleep training" seem like your only option, but go against everything your instincts are telling you? You're not alone! Struggling with infant sleep is common, but it helps to know what's normal, what's a sign of a problem, and learn strategies that WORK while preserving your mental health, baby's mental health, protecting your bond AND protecting breastfeeding. Taylor McKay from CozyLittleSleepers joins us to shed light on how she went from traditional sleep training methods with her first baby to using a baby led sleep approach with her second. She shares a holistic viewpoint on sleep routines, society's messaging around sleep, maternal instinct, and we get into the myth of "12 hours by 12 weeks" and the impacts on breastfeeding and sleep. If you're looking for support with infant sleep, reach out to Taylor here. If you're looking for breastfeeding support & guidance, connect with Jaimie here

So you've been exclusively pumping and now you're wondering, "Is it too late to get my baby back to the breast?" The short answer? No, it’s not too late. Whether you chose the pump out of necessity or because breastfeeding got off to a rocky start, so many moms reach a point where they deeply desire to bring baby back to the breast—and feel completely unsure how to do it. Maybe your baby refuses the breast now, maybe they never latched well to begin with, or maybe you’re just exhausted from the never-ending bottle and pump cycle.

In this episode, I’m walking you through why this happens, why your desire to reconnect at the breast matters, and how to take practical, gentle steps to rebuild your nursing relationship—even if your baby has only had bottles for weeks or months.

• reasons moms end up exclusively pumping

• Why some babies reject the breast after bottle feeding

• The emotional toll of pumping and craving breastfeeding connection

• Key differences between bottle feeding and nursing mechanics

• Step-by-step strategies to transition baby back to the breast

• Why slow-flow bottles and skin-to-skin are essential

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Private Breastfeeding Support

00:00 – Can I switch bottle fed baby back to breastfeeding? 01:00 – Why moms end up exclusively pumping 03:00 – The emotional reasons moms want to get back to the breast 04:30 – Latching Essentials 06:00 – How to gently reintroduce breastfeeding 10:00 – What to watch for: flow preference, oral function, breast refusal 13:30 – How 1:1 support can change everything 15:00 – Final encouragement and next steps

Is It Too Late to Increase My Milk Supply?

Worried it’s too late to increase your milk supply?

If you're a few weeks—or even months—into breastfeeding and feeling the pressure of low milk supply, you're not alone. But here’s the truth: it’s not too late to make a change. And you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

In this episode of Breastfeeding with Confidence, board-certified lactation consultant Jaimie Zaki breaks down what really causes low milk supply and how to increase milk supply—without guilt, shame, or giving up. Whether you're exclusively breastfeeding, combo feeding, or wondering if you need to supplement, you’ll walk away with clear answers and confidence to move forward.

Inside this episode, we’ll cover:

• Why it’s not too late to increase milk supply

• The biggest myths about low milk supply (and why so many moms are misinformed)

• How milk supply works—and how to increase milk supply by working with your body

• Simple ways to remove milk more effectively (and why pumping isn't always the answer)

• Why middle-of-the-night feedings matter more than you think

• The often-overlooked health issues that can interfere with milk production

• How to get personalized lactation support to uncover the root cause and create a plan that actually works

If you’re stressed about not making enough milk, constantly second-guessing your body, or wondering if your window for exclusive breastfeeding has closed—this episode will give you the clarity, support, and encouragement you’ve been craving.

With the right support, you can increase your milk supply and feel good about breastfeeding again.

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Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to Podcast 01:25 – Real Moms Ask Breastfeeding Questions 02:02 – Is It Too Late to Increase Milk Supply? 04:01 – Common Reasons for Low Milk Supply 06:01 – Strategies for Increasing Milk Supply 09:43 – Personalized Support for Increasing Milk Supply 12:26 – How to Book a Virtual Lactation Consultation 13:10 – Final Encouragement and Wrap-Up