The Happy Nipple Podcast

Come along as we talk— Nipples! Of course we are! The nipple is fascinating, both physically and culturally, and we’re getting into it all. Join me with Vanessa Janek, RN, IBCLC, and Certified Doula, as we dive into a podcast I KNOW you’ve never heard before. Of course we’re talking breastfeeding, but do we touch on “touchier” nipple issues? Yah, we do. Come along and listen. Episodes drop on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & YouTube Instagram & Facebook: @thehappynipplepodcast ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ HOST: Lori Atkins PRODUCER & EDITOR: Tom Atkins GRAPHICS: Tom Atkins MUSIC: “Frog Market” - Overspace & Cashland https://open.spotify.com/album/7f2BN8RkDVS3zkMH3vRsTj?si=VsMCjwe2TjCrMLWBDXfiLw

The Happy Nipple Podcast welcomes you to part 2 of episode 6, “The Ties that Bind”. This episode explores tongue tie revision with Dr. Robert Shamey, of Ware, Massachusetts. Dr Shamey is an experienced laser revision provider who has worked with parents to address and treat babies with tie challenges. We’re talking assessment, treatment and follow up plans — with a focus on the “tripod” of care.. lactation support, a skilled revision provider and more discussion about why bodywork is so important. A fascinating discussion for parents and breastfeeding professionals ; with lots to learn and consider when talking about treatment for tethered oral tissues. Join us! HOST: Lori Atkins PRODUCER & EDITOR: Tom Atkins GRAPHICS: Tom Atkins MUSIC: “Frog Market” - Overspace & Cashland https://open.spotify.com/album/7f2BN8RkDVS3zkMH3vRsTj?si=VsMCjwe2TjCrMLWBDXfiLw

Welcome to The Happy Nipple podcast, episode 6, the first part of a dual podcast series exploring all about tethered oral tissues in infants, or tongue ties. “The Ties that Bind” Episode 1 features Susan Forrester, MA, IBCLC of Forrester Lactation in West Hartford, CT. Susan is an accomplished Private Practice Lactation Consultant who has much tongue tie expertise. The Happy Nipple is picking her brain, and getting all the wisdom about how we assess and manage this troublesome breastfeeding challenge. Both tie episodes (#2 coming soon!) are for both parents and lactation professionals — come along as we dive into restricted oral tissues, Whoooop! HOST: Lori Atkins PRODUCER & EDITOR: Tom Atkins GRAPHICS: Tom Atkins MUSIC: “Frog Market” - Overspace & Cashland https://open.spotify.com/album/7f2BN8RkDVS3zkMH3vRsTj?si=VsMCjwe2TjCrMLWBDXfiLw

Join us for an in-depth discussion about moving through birth trauma, and getting the care you need with a unique family structure. LGBTQ+ families, this information is for you :) Melissa is an in demand and accomplished doula here in CT, and she has wonderful wisdom and stories to share. We talk finding providers, ways to utilize resources, and even delve into some discussion about relactation and ways to think outside the box about breastfeeding and birthing. Our first in person podcast! Episodes drop on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & YouTube Instagram & Facebook: @thehappynipplepodcast ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ HOST: Lori Atkins PRODUCER & EDITOR: Tom Atkins GRAPHICS: Tom Atkins MUSIC: “Frog Market” - Overspace & Cashland https://open.spotify.com/album/7f2BN8RkDVS3zkMH3vRsTj?si=VsMCjwe2TjCrMLWBDXfiLw

We're back to it with Episode 4! “Oh-Mama-Care”: A conversation about the challenges and innovations in national breastfeeding healthcare coverage. Join us on this episode of the Happy Nipple Podcast for an interesting and eye opening conversation about the often complicated and confusing state of insurance coverage for breastfeeding care in the US. We’re talking with Caitlin McNeily of the Lactation Network of Chicago about the Affordable Care Act, coverage challenges and where we’re heading.  Episodes drop bi-weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & YouTube Instagram & Facebook: @thehappynipplepodcast ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ HOST: Lori Atkins PRODUCER & EDITOR: Tom Atkins GRAPHICS: Tom Atkins MUSIC: “Frog Market” - Overspace & Cashland https://open.spotify.com/album/7f2BN8RkDVS3zkMH3vRsTj?si=VsMCjwe2TjCrMLWBDXfiLw

Were back for episode 3! “Growing a human is hard”. Catharine McDonald is a Licensed Counselor that helps break this important subject down…Mental health issues are so important (and sometimes swept under the rug) in pregnancy, postpartum and breastfeeding. Come explore the ways post partum mood issues can present and how to get the help you (or someone you love!) needs. This is a must listen…Out Nip Tip of the Week discusses supplementation, and how breastfeeding doesn’t have to be “all or nothing”. Come on in and listen! HOST: Lori Atkins PRODUCER & EDITOR: Tom Atkins GRAPHICS: Tom Atkins MUSIC: “Frog Market” - Overspace & Cashland https://open.spotify.com/album/7f2BN8RkDVS3zkMH3vRsTj?si=VsMCjwe2TjCrMLWBDXfiLw

Our second episode switches focus onto physical therapy with a great conversation with Dr. Aleta Naujunas from Tulip Therapy, and how P.T. can be extremely important to children's health. We dive into some other topics like swaddling, tummy time, and the ever-important tongue tie debate. We learned and grew a lot so make sure you give it a listen! Episodes drop bi-weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & YouTube Instagram & Facebook: @thehappynipplepodcast ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ HOST: Lori Atkins PRODUCER & EDITOR: Tom Atkins GRAPHICS: Tom Atkins MUSIC: “Frog Market” - Overspace & Cashland https://open.spotify.com/album/7f2BN8RkDVS3zkMH3vRsTj?si=VsMCjwe2TjCrMLWBDXfiLw

In our inaugural episode, We sit down and talk with Lisa De Sousa and Kaitlin Gee from Compass Wellness Center to talk about their experiences with being doulas, both for birth and postpartum. We go over many other topics as well, such as how the pandemic affected the birth experience, to meal prepping, to doula networking and so much more. We cant wait for you to be a part of our journey! Episodes drop bi-weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & YouTube Instagram & Facebook: @thehappynipplepodcast HOST: Lori Atkins PRODUCER & EDITOR: Tom Atkins GRAPHICS: Tom Atkins MUSIC: “Frog Market” - Overspace & Cashland https://open.spotify.com/album/7f2BN8RkDVS3zkMH3vRsTj?si=VsMCjwe2TjCrMLWBDXfiLw  

It's time to get things started! Here's a trailer for those wondering what we're going to do with this podcast, and to explain Lori's background and expertise in her field. Hopefully we can make you laugh, cry, learn a topic you were unsure of, or maybe a combination of all three! Episodes drop bi-weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & YouTube Instagram & Facebook: @thehappynipplepodcast ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ HOST: Lori Atkins PRODUCER & EDITOR: Tom Atkins GRAPHICS: Tom Atkins MUSIC: “Frog Market” - Overspace & Cashland https://open.spotify.com/album/7f2BN8RkDVS3zkMH3vRsTj?si=VsMCjwe2TjCrMLWBDXfiLw