Maranda chats with Christy Jo Hendricks, IBCLC, to delve into the complexities of breastfeeding, postpartum health, and the challenges faced by new mothers. With years of experience and a passion for supporting families, Christy Jo shares valuable insights into the world of lactation consulting and the need for informed support.In this episode, we're sharing: (02:22) The Importance of Support Beyond Breastfeeding(06:48) Discrepancy Between Breastfeeding Intentions and Reality(13:33) Challenges in Accessing Reliable Information(16:43) Variability in Lactation Consultant Training and Practices(21:23) Navigating the Search for SupportTo learn more about Christy Jo's work and access valuable resources, visit her website at lactationuniversity.com. Join us in advocating for comprehensive, evidence-based support for breastfeeding families and promoting a culture of inclusivity and understanding in the postpartum period. Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit 18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support. Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health AssessmentPostpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal. Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good. Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan Come hang out with us on Instagram! Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care? Learn about the Postpartum University Professional Membership Stay in the loop about the Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program Check out our courses in Postpartum Mental Health, Postpartum Nutrition, and Herbal Care...