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The Latch Revolution

Katie James & Johanna Sargeant

The Latch Revolution is a straight-talking lactation podcast for midwives, IBCLCs & doulas. Join Katie James & Johanna Sargeant as we explore our real-life breastfeeding practice—no holding back, saying it like it is, sharing the tips and pivots that got us through, the debates in our heads and hearts, and the odd topic that might get some knickers in a twist. If you live this work with passion and heart, this is for you. Follow and catch every drop.

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  • fortnightly
  • Avg 36 min
  • English

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  • Oct 30, 2025 · 45 min

    The Triple Feeding Spiral — When “Doing It All” Breaks Everyone Down - Ep3

    Katie James and Johanna Sargeant, IBCLC's dive into one of the most exhausting feeding regimes out there: triple feeding — breastfeeding, pumping, and topping up. They unpack why so many mums are leaving hospital with these plans, how birth interventions and early weight-loss anxiety often set them up, and what happens when “a few days of help” turns into weeks of burnout. From hospital protocols to social-media pressure, they explore how triple feeding starts, why it’s meant to be temporary, and the five-day rule that can save sanity and protect breastfeeding. This conversation is part rant, part rescue plan — grounded in physiology, empathy, and hard-earned experience. Takeaways • Triple feeding means breastfeeding + pumping + supplementing. • It’s designed as a short-term intervention — not a lifestyle. • Prolonged triple feeding often leads to exhaustion, anxiety, and milk-supply confusion. • Many mums begin this regime unnecessarily after early weight checks or birth interventions. • Clinicians must always plan how and when to stop triple feeding before starting it. • The “five-day rule”: if milk supply and baby’s feeding haven’t improved, change strategy. • Support plans should include who’s caring for the mother — not just the baby. For more evidence-based education and resources, visit: 🎓 For professionals: Breastfeeding & Lactation: The Fundamentals 🧠 For advanced professional learning: Decoding the Suck: Gentle Support For Babies with Sucking Difficulties 🛋️ For during pregnancy and new motherhood: The Feeding Couch 📸 Follow Katie on Instagram: @katiejameslactation ▶️ Watch full episodes on YouTube: The Latch Revolution Subscribe for more evidence-based conversations on infant feeding, lactation, and postpartum care. Medical Disclaimer The information in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for individual medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek guidance from your doctor, midwife, lactation consultant, or another qualified health professional regarding your own health or your baby’s care. Katie James and Johanna Sargeant share insights from clinical experience and current research but do not provide personalised medical care through this podcast.

  • Oct 15, 2025 · 31 min

    The Oversupply Trap: The Truth About Silicone Pumps -Ep2

    In this episode, Katie James and Johanna Sargeant explore the rise of silicone milk catchers (passive pumps) — those popular “milk-saving” gadgets showing up in baby showers and new-mum starter kits. They unpack how these tools work, why so many of us 'love' them, and the hidden risks that can quietly tip a normal milk supply into oversupply. Through real clinical experience and stories from their work with thousands of families, they explain what’s really happening in the breast, how oversupply impacts both mother and baby, and what to look out for before adding a milk catcher to a breastfeeding experience. It’s an honest, research-informed conversation that balances science with empathy — and offers practical, judgment-free guidance for both mums, parents and professionals. Takeaways Silicone milk catchers can help collect milk, but they also apply some vacuum pressure. Early use may disrupt natural supply regulation and lead to oversupply. Oversupply can cause feeding difficulties, inflammation, and stress for both mother and baby. Breastfeeding is a relationship — not just a method of milk transfer. Waiting until around six to seven weeks postpartum allows milk supply to stabilise naturally. Not every mum needs a milk catcher; support should be individualised. Real success comes from informed, flexible feeding — not gadgets or rigid rules. Chapters 00:00 – What exactly is a silicone milk catcher? 04:30 – How they became so popular 07:15 – Oversupply explained: the physiology behind it 12:45 – The emotional toll of oversupply on mothers and babies 18:00 – When and how these tools can be helpful 23:10 – Our take-home advice: timing, awareness, and support Keywords silicone milk catcher, silicone pump, silicone passive pump, breastfeeding, oversupply, milk supply, lactation, breastfeeding tools, milk storage, breastfeeding education, new mothers, lactation consultant, postpartum care, feeding challenges, parenting, mothering, postpartum, baby

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