52 | Can Music Shift the Motherhood Narrative? Emily Rose Gets Raw About Breastfeeding, Postpartum, and 'Mouths to Feed'
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Can Music Shift the Motherhood Narrative? Emily Rose Gets Raw About Breastfeeding, Postpartum, and 'Mouths to Feed' What if one viral song could change the way society views breastfeeding and postpartum? Book a Breastfeeding Clarity Call Now!
In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence podcast, I sit down with Emily Rose—songwriter, mother of two, and the honest voice behind Mouths to Feed—to unpack the story behind her music, motherhood journey, and mission to normalize the raw, beautiful, messy truths of postpartum life. We talk about the isolation that so many new moms face, how Emily’s own experience with postpartum depression shaped her songwriting, and why her viral lyrics are resonating with mothers everywhere. From dealing with oversupply and conflicting advice to navigating the impossible standards of balancing a music career and motherhood, this conversation is a breath of fresh air—and a rally cry for visibility and support. 🎙 In this episode, we dive into:
Why Emily wrote Mouths to Feed and how it became a viral anthem for breastfeeding mothers
The emotional rollercoaster of postpartum depression and the power of honest storytelling
How music can be a tool for healing, community, and challenging harmful motherhood narratives
The hidden grief of breastfeeding regrets and why preparation in pregnancy matters
Oversupply, misinformation, and why it’s hard to ask for help even when you're drowning
The culture of “bounce back” and how celebrity motherhood distorts real expectations
The kind of support new moms actually need—and what’s still missing
Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or just tired of seeing motherhood misrepresented in the media, this episode will hit home. ✨ Want to feel more prepared for breastfeeding than you ever thought possible? Access the Breastfeeding Resource Library & use code PODCAST50 to save! Get Breastfeeding Help Now
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If you’re pregnant and planning to breastfeed, you’ve probably already decided you’ll only use formula if it’s medically necessary. But here’s the hard truth: most moms are never taught how to determine what “medically necessary” actually means in the first 48 hours after birth. Nearly 80% of American moms start breastfeeding, yet many babies receive formula in the hospital due to concerns about weight loss, blood sugar, jaundice, or latch issues. The problem? Normal newborn physiology is often presented as urgent. And when you’re exhausted and vulnerable, “just to be safe” supplementation can feel like the only option. In this episode, we break down: