From a Surprisingly Fast Labor to a Difficult Postpartum: Amanda's Story

What happens when the things that are supposed to feel “natural” about motherhood don't come naturally at all?

In this episode, author and mom advocate Amanda Tice shares her birth and postpartum story, from arriving at the hospital already 7 centimeters dilated to experiencing intense postpartum anxiety and a breastfeeding journey that looked nothing like she expected.

We talk about the anxiety that had her constantly checking whether her newborn was breathing, the pressure she felt to exclusively provide breast milk, and the exhausting routine of pumping while her husband fed the baby throughout the night. After two months of struggling with latch, her baby unexpectedly began breastfeeding and Amanda ultimately nursed him until 18 months.

Most importantly, we talk about why feeding struggles can feel like a reflection of whether you're a “good” mom, and why doing what works for your baby, your family, and your mental health is not failure.

Amanda Tice helps moms feel less alone in motherhood by speaking openly about the topics too often left unsaid, and sharing her honest perspective in public forums without hesitation. She is the author of the best-selling book The New Mom Code: Shatter Expectations and Crush It at Motherhood, and co-hosts the podcast Between Pickups alongside Dr. Brian Temple. A former TV journalist and international curve model of over a decade, she is represented by Ford Models.

Website: www.amandatice.com
Podcast: www.betweenpickups.com

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Birth, Baby! Podcast was originally produced by Ciarra Morgan and Samantha Kelly.

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