Preparing for the arrival of a new baby should include more than just throwing a baby shower. People don’t talk about the fourth trimester (the postpartum period) as much as the other parts, but it is a critically important facet of new motherhood.In this episode, I sit down with the wonderful Allegra Gast. As a registered dietitian and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Allegra brings a wealth of experience to her virtual and in-person private practice, Aloha Nutrition. There, she guides mothers and families along their breastfeeding journeys, offering support and advice tailored to their unique needs.Together, we'll explore the 80-20 rule for postpartum help, the importance of nutrition, and the practicality of freezing meals to ease through those early days. We'll also dive deep into our breastfeeding plans, along with the idea of tandem breastfeeding, pumping, and how to manage the ups and downs of milk supply. Whether you are expecting or you are looking for tips to help a new mom in your life, you won’t want to miss our strategies to take the postpartum mom from surviving to thriving.Connect with Allegra:InstagramFree mineral guideHow to choose your pre/postnatal vitamin Links and Resources: Milk storage guideline by the Academy of Breastfeeding MedicineFollow @bemybreastfriend on InstagramBemybreastfriend.combemybreastfriend Amazon Storebemybreastfriend YouTubeSponsor: Needed - 20% off your first month of products with code TIREDMOMSCLUB