SEASON TWO - Episode #01. The Memo: Preparing to Breastfeed, with LC, Midwife & Naturopath Joelleen Winduss-Pyne
The Midwife Memos with Lauretta Hamilton - Podcast
In this warm and practical episode, Lauretta chats with Joelleen Windus Pyne — the ultimate “triple threat” in perinatal care — about how to prepare for breastfeeding before birth and navigate those tender first few weeks postpartum.
Joelleen shares her holistic approach to breastfeeding education, what’s normal newborn behaviour, and how to troubleshoot common challenges like nipple pain, milk supply worries, and engorgement. Together, they explore how nutrition, nervous-system regulation, partner support, and realistic boundaries all play a role in making breastfeeding smoother and more sustainable.
Joelleen also opens up about her own breastfeeding experience — from expressing colostrum during pregnancy to navigating an unexpected NICU stay — and what she learned about advocating for herself and trusting her body.
We cover:
Why “breastfeeding is natural” doesn’t mean it’s easy
What to learn before birth — positions, latch, and newborn patterns
Common early-days challenges (and how to troubleshoot them)
Why support, boundaries, and nourishment matter as much as milk supply
Joelleen’s personal breastfeeding journey and what she’d tell new mums
Her Memo Moment: why investing in breastfeeding support early changes everything
Guest Info:
🌐 jwp.care
📸 Instagram @jwp.ibclc
Resources Mentioned:
Dr Pamela Douglas’ work on responsive breastfeeding and “micro movements”
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare 2020 breastfeeding statistics
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