Interview with Mallory Whitmore (A.K.A. The Formula Mom): The Other F Word

Previa Alliance Podcast

In this epidsode, join us as we sit down with Mallory Whitmore, also known as the Formula Mom on Instagram, who bravely shares her personal journey through the challenges of postpartum life and formula feeding. From dealing with medical complications and insufficient milk supply to the emotional weight of societal expectations, Mallory's story is a powerful testament to the need for better support systems for formula-feeding parents.
Per the CDC up to 75% of babies will be formula fed by 6 months, yet parents off are faced with lack of resources, shame, and judgment. Listen in as Sarah speaks with Mallory as they share how they both choose formula for their mental health and how that impacted their postpartum depression journeys. Mallory also shares insight and resources for parents on how to make informed decisions on what’s best for them and their baby.
Bio: Mallory is a mom of two, educator, advocate, and certified infant feeding tech. She's the founder of The Formula Mom, an online platform that helps new parents make informed, confident, and supported infant feeding decisions-- without guilt or shame! She can be found on Instagram @theformulamom and leading education for Bobbie.
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अध्यायों

1. Interview with Mallory Whitmore (A.K.A. The Formula Mom): The Other F Word (00:00:00)

2. Postpartum Health and Infant Feeding (00:00:11)

3. Navigating Parenthood (00:08:30)

4. Navigating Formula Feeding and Postpartum (00:18:13)

5. Navigating Postpartum Mental Health (00:31:15)

6. Navigating Parenthood (00:37:32)

7. Moms Mental Health Podcast (00:45:12)