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The Leaky Boob is a resource centered around baby and toddler feeding and throughout the entire parenting journey run by a lactation educator and parenting and relationship coach.
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Did you know a kid like Sid from Toy Story? Were you a kid like Sid? Do you have a kid like Sid? Tell us!![]()
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I was watching Toy Story recently and thinking about Sid and how traumatizing it must have been to have the toys suddenly come alive and talk to him. ![]()
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In some ways, Sid reminds me of a kid I babysat twice as a teen. The kid was 11 and had younger siblings I was babysitting. Things like experimenting with toys, taking toys and things apart, catching lizards and throwing them on his younger siblings (and me), setting traps, etc. He freaked me out and I was in no way equipped to know how to manage that. I called my dad to come help when he had come out with fireworks and wanted to try launching a toy with it. ![]()
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I lost track of that kid so I don't know what he went on to do but even then I suspected rocket scientist or something far more alarming. I couldn't tell if he was a genius or just terrifying.![]()
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I wasn't a Sid, I cried when I tried to cut my doll's hair and do her makeup with markers and she looked like Weird Barbie, not like Cindy Crawford.
What is a baby feeding experience that was hard for you but you don't feel you can talk about?
It’s really saying something when some of our coaching clients this week have used their session time to process how destabilized they are. Rather than focus on concrete achievable steps to address challenges they’re facing with their children or their partner, they just needed someone they could trust to share how overwhelming everything is. ![]()
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And by “everything” they mean the deterioration of their trust in our country, in the faith systems they’ve trusted for so long, their trust in the moral compass of our leaders, their faith that our country is a beacon of hope and morality and of being on the right side of history, their trust in our judicial system that appears to be more interested in protecting wealthy pedophiles in positions of power than in seeking justice for victims, their belief that unity as a nation is something achievable, that we can at least agree that all people are created equal and should be treated with dignity - or at least have inherent, inalienable rights, like due process. ![]()
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And this on top of doing their best to best support their children struggling to get along, struggling with school, struggling with trauma and/or neurodivergence. And figuring out how to better connect with a partner who is also struggling, but in a way that is frustratingly different from their own way of struggling. And all the normal frustrations and challenges of living life with other people in the day to day. ![]()
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All of that is already so much, and now a faith crisis? An identity crisis? An existential crisis? One of our clients asked: “Is this what a midlife crisis looks like?” ![]()
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How do I parent when I’ve lost trust in my country and I fear for my, for our collective, future? How do I function when I can tell that I’m losing my trust in the faith systems that provided a sense of stability and protection for me, my family, and all of humankind? ![]()
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How do I maintain the strategies I’ve implemented when I’m exhausted and overwhelmed all the time? Am I a terrible parent now that my kids watch more tv so I can try to make sense of everything but I can’t make sense of anything because I’m exhausted and overwhelmed and so I turn to things that I know aren’t helping me but there’s a part of me that just doesn’t care? ![]()
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And when our session ends, with a concept of an idea to try out if they can catch a breath while continuing to tread water with tired legs in the middle of relentless crashing waves, there’s a pause and a heartfelt thank you. I needed that. I don’t feel alone anymore.![]()
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I never would have imagined that this would be a part of relationship and parenting coaching. Not on this scale. Not beyond a person feeling like their immediate world is crumbling. Not supporting people as they feel that the fabric of their culture, their country, and their place in the world, history, and the future, is crumbling. I never would have imagined that. ![]()
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But now that we’re here I see that one of the most important needs of crises applies even on the massive scale of the entire world feeling like it’s coming apart: the need for meaningful connection with others. To know, even while everything else we know is being challenged, that we are not alone. That’s powerful. That’s relief. That’s hope. ![]()
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I invite you to ask yourself the same question I’m asking myself today: “Do the people in my life know that they’re not alone?” And if I’m not sure, what am I going to do about it? ![]()
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***Pic of a zine my teen created for a school project.
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"If you've ever had a child or been a parent you know what it means to say that each day is a new experiment. There is so much to figure out, and so many self-proclaimed helpful resources. Fortunately, Jessica Martin-Weber, owner/creator/author of The Leaky Boob, has the answers based on science, best practice, and practical advice stemming from her own experiences raising nine children. TLB is a go-to for all people expecting, lactating, raising children, or counseling any of the aforementioned groups. Want advice on speed dial? Check out TheLeakyBoob.com."
Kim Updegrove, MSN, MPH, APRN, CNM, chairperson and Past President of Human Milk Bank of North America, Executive Director at Mothers' Milk Bank at Austin
"I found TLB and Jessica when I was desperately trying to figure out how to keep breastfeeding my eldest, who my lactation consultant still says had the worst latch she has ever seen. Jessica had created something so special-amazing information, a supportive community amidst the mommy wars, content in many different formats for those of us who need to see/read/hear in different ways, and it is no exaggeration to say that her work was instrumental in not just saving that breastfeeding journey (which would extend through 3 years, 18 months of that tandem nursing) but in setting me up for success and support in future journeys, and truly for motherhood as a whole. The down to earth way she writes makes the information relatable and easy to digest and apply. I am forever grateful."
Dr. Jennifer Stone, PT, DPT, OCS, PHC, TPS, HLC
"The Leaky Boob has met a need in the lactating community since its inception. Jessica’s breastfeeding support group is a true pioneer in the online breastfeeding community, offering families exceptional education and unwavering support long before similar pages emerged. Her transparency, authenticity, and heartfelt encouragement create a safe and empowering space where parents feel heard and guided. It’s a shining example of what real, compassionate leadership looks like!"
CHRISTY JO HENDRICKS IBCLC, RLC, CCCE, CLE©, Doula
Hi there!
Jessica and Jeremy Martin-Weber are the dynamic duo behind The Leaky Boob, a trusted resource dedicated to supporting families on their parenting and breastfeeding journeys. As parents to nine children, they bring a wealth of personal experience, humor, and compassion to their work. Together, they have created a safe, inclusive space where parents can access evidence-based information, practical advice, and a thriving community.
Jessica leads with her passion for normalizing breastfeeding and empowering families, while Jeremy provides a supportive voice for partners and caregivers, fostering collaboration and connection. Their shared mission is to celebrate the uniqueness of every family's story and provide resources to help navigate both the joys and challenges of nurturing little ones.
