Is your baby struggling to latch, feed efficiently, or seem tense for no clear reason? Could the missing piece in your breastfeeding journey actually be hidden tension in their body?

In this eye-opening episode of Breastfeeding With Confidence, I’m joined by craniosacral therapist Meghan Beames to unpack something most parents never hear about in the hospital—how subtle tension patterns in your baby’s body can cause major breastfeeding challenges… and how craniosacral therapy can gently release them.

We talk about:

1. Why your baby’s latch might not improve with positioning tweaks alone

2. What oral motor dysfunction really means and how it’s connected to the nervous system

3. The myth of the “lazy baby” and how fight-or-flight can show up in newborns

4. How bodywork like craniosacral therapy can support milk supply, digestion, and better sleep

5. Signs your baby may be compensating for hidden body tension—and what to do next

Whether you’re exclusively breastfeeding, combo feeding, or just starting to wonder if something feels off—this episode will leave you feeling empowered, equipped, and ready to advocate for your baby’s functional wellness.

🎧 Tune in now to discover how craniosacral therapy can unlock better breastfeeding—without waiting for a full-blown crisis.

RESOURCES:

FREE - 5 Mistakes that Sabotage Breastfeeding (littlebearlactation.com/mistakes )

Breastfeeding Success Bundle (littlebearlactation.com/bundle )

Virtual Lactation Support (littlebearlactation.com/virtual-lactation-consultant )

Find a Craniosacral Therapist near you (https://www.beamescst.com/grads/)

Megan's Podcast (https://tr.ee/wB12wHSvts)

Breastfeeding Resources

Fix Your Latch Guide

6 Week Postpartum Concierge Breastfeeding Support Package

Concierge Breastfeeding Prep & Thrive Package (Prenatal Prep + 6 weeks Postpartum Support)

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 Welcome to Breastfeeding With Confidence

00:57 Meet Megan Beams: What is Craniosacral Therapy?

04:56 Tension in Newborns: What to Look For

15:05 Oral Motor Dysfunction & Feeding Struggles

20:43 Common Breastfeeding Problems That Start in the Body

21:15 Fight or Flight in Babies—And Why It Matters

21:59 The Truth Behind the “Lazy Baby” Label

22:31 Feeding Reflexes: What You’re Not Being Told

24:46 Hands-On Tips for Supporting Baby’s Body

28:58 Why Movement Matters for Breastfeeding Success

31:47 How to Trust Your Intuition When Something Feels Off

33:09 Finding a Skilled Craniosacral Therapist Near You

33:56 Traveling for Treatment & Final Thoughts

35:53 Final Encouragement & Next Steps

One Instagram follower asked me recently, "How long should my baby nurse on each side to get the fatty hind milk needed to gain weight" and I thought this made the perfect Breastfeeding Q&A topic! Today we'll unpack the foremilk‑vs.‑hindmilk myth and shows you how breastmilk naturally shifts in fat content as your baby nurses. You’ll learn why timing feeds by the clock isn’t necessary, and how simple cues—like letting baby finish one breast before offering the other—ensure they get the richer milk. Jaimie walks you through gentle breast massage techniques and optimal latch tips to promote even fat distribution and efficient drainage of breastmilk.

Timestamps

00:00  Welcome and Introduction

00:16  Free Resource: Five Mistakes Checklist

01:08  Foremilk vs. Hindmilk Myth Debunked

02:43  Breast Massage & Latch Tips

04:21  Monitoring Intake Without Formula

06:32  Accessing the Free Checklist

07:20  Virtual Consultations Overview

10:16  Conclusion & Next Steps

Have you ever felt like your breastfeeding journey was doomed from the start—like something was wrong but no one could explain it?

That’s exactly how Chelsea felt. In this raw and empowering episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence podcast, host Jaimie Zaki, virtual lactation consultant, sits down with former client Chelsea to share her real-life breastfeeding success story—one that almost ended before it began.

Together, they unpack the emotional toll of feeding struggles, the confusion around tongue tie diagnosis and release, and how virtual breastfeeding help turned it all around. If you’ve ever wondered if online lactation support is really enough… this episode proves it can be life-changing.

💬 In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The early signs that something wasn’t right with breastfeeding—and why Chelsea almost gave up

• How a botched tongue tie release nearly derailed their entire journey

• The moment Chelsea realized she needed help and how she found it virtually

• What it really looks like to advocate for your baby when others brush you off

• The role of trusting your gut, even when professionals dismiss your concerns

• How virtual lactation support gave Chelsea the tools and confidence she needed to succeed

• Encouragement for moms who feel like they’re failing—and how support can change everything

Whether you’re a first-time mom, feeling lost in the newborn fog, or navigating a complicated feeding journey—this episode will remind you that you’re not alone, and real solutions do exist.

🎧 Listen in and walk away with:

• Hope from a real breastfeeding story of triumph after tongue tie

• Practical insight into how a virtual lactation consultant can help you right from your couch

• Empowerment to keep going, even when it feels impossible

🔗 Links & Resources:

Fix Your Latch Guide

6 Week Postpartum Concierge Breastfeeding Support Package

Concierge Breastfeeding Prep & Thrive Package (Prenatal Prep + 6 weeks Postpartum Support)

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