Explore every episode of the podcast Rumina's Story Hour the Positive Breastfeeding Podcast

Heather celebrates her husband's positive masculinity, emerging from the "labor pause", the role of evidence based research, and the joy of being a breastfeeding mama.

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Rumina’s Story Hour is For Entertainment Purposes Only.  Not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The stories told here are simply those of the people who tell them.  Cary York and her guests are not your medical providers or consultants.

If you are struggling with your own health or your child’s health contact your provider today.  In the case of an emergency dial 911 or emergency services in your country.

Tracie shares her story of breastfeeding and breast milk feeding after having a double mastectomy. A lactation consultant herself, Tracie and Cary discuss the ancient instincts nursing parents have, how the culture of breastfeeding has changed, and the rise of AI, robots, and hopes/fears for humanity.

Rumina’s Story Hour is For Entertainment Purposes Only.  Not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The stories told here are simply those of the people who tell them.  Cary York and her guests are not your medical providers or consultants.

If you are struggling with your own health or your child’s health contact your provider today.  In the case of an emergency dial 911 or emergency services in your country.

Krista shares her love of night feeding, learning to take things in stride, and becoming a milk donor.

Hosted by Cary York Artist, RN IBCLC, for entertainment and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It does not create a provider-patient relationship. Reliance on this information is at your own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for questions about a medical condition, in an emergency call 911.

Melanie shares her story of breastfeeding while recovering from post-partum depression. She shares how her depression lifted as she grew more confident with nursing her baby. Celebrating 2 years of nursing, Melanie happily shares her story.

Contains discussion of post partum depression, anxiety, dysmorphic milk ejection reflex, social pressure.

"Opinions/information are those of the host and storyteller and are for educational and entertainment purposes only. Not medical advice or a doctor-patient relationship. Always consult your doctor.

If you are struggling with your health or your child's health contact your doctor, midwife, or pediatrician today, visit the nearest emergency room, or call 911.

Lorrie finds joy and success after discharge from the NICU

Cary introduces Rumina, the Roman Goddess of Breastfeeding, and tells the story of starting a positive breastfeeding podcast. In the video version Cary creates art related to birth and breastfeeding while you listen.