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Carrie Saum

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Making The Mothering Season Matter: Summer Edition

Making The Mothering Season Matter: Summer Edition

Carrie SaumSeptember 8, 20154 min read

by Carrie Saum This summer, I made a few promises to myself. Kind of like a reboot of my New Year’s resolution except better, because SUMMER. I will eat all…

You Are Gold — A Letter To My Son’s Milk Donor

You Are Gold — A Letter To My Son’s Milk Donor

Carrie SaumAugust 18, 20155 min read

Dear Allison, Thank you for giving my son life. I don’t want to get crazy on you here, but let me be totally transparent: I can’t imagine what my family…

More Than Mommy Exhaustion: How I recovered my energy and health

More Than Mommy Exhaustion: How I recovered my energy and health

Carrie SaumAugust 10, 20156 min read

by Carrie Saum Mommy exhaustion. I know you’ve felt it. Too many nights waking up with your tiny baby, fussy toddler, or insomniac older children. Feeding on demand, pumping around…

Mission Impossible: Feeding Toddlers a Balanced Diet

Mission Impossible: Feeding Toddlers a Balanced Diet

Carrie SaumFebruary 26, 20155 min read

by Carrie Saum   Feeding your child can feel a lot like an Olympic sporting event. You do your best to set up a successful meal. You have your gold,…

Seven Ways to Experience Nurturing During the Holidays

Carrie SaumDecember 18, 20145 min read

by Carrie Saum  This post was made possible by the generous sponsorship of Wean Green Glass and TLB sister site, Our Stable Table.   It’s the holidays. Enough said. In the midst of all…

Eating for Two: An Elimination Diet Story

Eating for Two: An Elimination Diet Story

Carrie SaumDecember 8, 20144 min read

by Carrie Saum This post was made possible by the generous sponsorship of Wean Green Glass and TLB sister site, Our Stable Table. Can we just chat about ED for a hot second?…

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Welcome to The Leaky Boob, your trusted companion on the journey of nurturing and nourishing your little one. We understand that feeding your child is a unique experience for every family, filled with joys and challenges alike. Our mission is to provide you with evidence-based information, practical advice, and a supportive community to empower you in your breastfeeding journey.

 

Hi, I’m Jessica, the founder of The Leaky Boob, Lactation Educator, Parenting Educator, Parenting and Relationship Coach, and mom of 9. I’m so glad you are here.

 

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