Breastfeeding and Postpartum Traditions From Around The World with Jess Hull

April 24, 2024/

Jess and Shelly discuss different postpartum and breastfeeding traditions from around the world, and what we can learn from them.

Tune into today’s episode of the Baby Pro podcast where Shelly embarks on a fascinating exploration of international breastfeeding traditions and the latest advancements in postpartum support, featuring a conversation with Jessica Hull. Jessica, a former tech executive at Google and Facebook, has now established Mother Me – an application that includes video lessons and a support network, all rooted in the scientific research of Matrescence. Mother Me is designed to help accomplished women thrive, not just endure, during their postpartum journey. Discover how cultural attitudes toward nursing differ around the world and learn about the groundbreaking approach one mother took to improve her postpartum experience through data analysis. Additionally, Shelly and Jess weigh in on the importance of community support and parental leave policies.

In this episode, you will learn the following:

Breastfeeding practices around the world including extended breastfeeding in Mongolia and the communal support that is common in many cultures.
Challenges some mothers face in the workplace, such as lawsuits against corporations like McDonald’s and KFC for not providing adequate spaces or breaks for breastfeeding.
Practical advice for those who want to reintroduce breastfeeding after a hiatus, emphasizing patience, creating a stress-free environment and seeking guidance from a lactation specialist.
A focus on how one mother used data to analyze and improve her postpartum experience.
The positive effects of paid parental leave in Massachusetts and how such policies can reduce stress and improve postpartum family experiences.
How different cultural practices such as extended family support and traditional foods can aid recovery and lactation.
Significance of shared parenting and how cultural shifts in countries like Sweden, where paternity leave is encouraged, play pivotal roles for child rearing practices.

Connect with Jess:
Website: The Mother Me Method