Silverettes are trending everywhere right now—but are they really a must-have breastfeeding product for your hospital bag?

In this episode of The Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, Jaimie, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and mom of five, shares her honest hot take on Silverettes. While these little silver nipple covers can support healing, most moms don’t actually need to pack them for the hospital.

Jaimie dives into:

• What Silverettes are and why they’re so popular among new moms

• Why most women don’t need Silverettes in their hospital bag

• The problem with cheap knockoff brands that aren’t even real silver

• How overusing Silverettes can cause maceration (skin breakdown from too much moisture)

• Why Silverettes are expensive, easy to lose, and not always practical

• Affordable alternatives for nipple healing, like Motherlove salve, breast milk, and hydrogel pads

• Why a good latch is more important than any product for preventing nipple pain

At the end of the day—sure, bring Silverettes if you want. But instead of stressing about packing trendy products, Jaimie recommends focusing on:

• Learning how to support a good latch

• Fixing latching issues quickly

• Using simple, effective healing options

Because when you have the right skills and support, you won’t feel like you need to spend hundreds on every product marketed to new moms.

Want to be fully prepared for breastfeeding—without wasting money on things you may never use? Check out Jaimie’s Breastfeeding Resource Library. It’s packed with guides, videos, and tools to help you confidently handle real-life breastfeeding challenges from day one.

BREASTFEEDING RESOURCES

• 00:00 – Welcome & Intro

• 00:45 – What Silverettes Are & Why They’re Popular

• 02:00 – Knockoff Silverettes: Why They Don’t Work

• 03:00 – Overuse & the Risk of Maceration

• 05:00 – Cost and Practicality Issues

• 06:00 – Affordable Alternatives for Nipple Healing

• 07:30 – Jaimie’s Final Thoughts on Silverettes

• 08:15 – Why Preparation Matters More Than Products

Topics Covered

• Silverettes breastfeeding

• Should I put Silverettes in my hospital bag

• Hospital bag essentials for breastfeeding moms

• Nipple pain remedies for breastfeeding

• Breastfeeding hospital bag checklist

• Alternatives to Silverettes

Empowering Your Birth and Breastfeeding Journey with Confidence

In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, host Jaimie Zaki, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and mom of five, sits down with Stephanie from My Essential Birth—a professional doula, childbirth educator, and host of the Pregnancy and Birth Made Easy podcast.

Together, they dive deep into how your birth experience impacts breastfeeding success and why prenatal education, advocacy, and planning matter more than ever. You’ll hear practical tips on creating a birth plan that protects breastfeeding, how to navigate the healthcare system without being pressured into unnecessary interventions, and where to find the right kind of postpartum support (from lactation consultants to La Leche League groups).

Stephanie and Jaimie also share real-life stories about trusting your intuition, advocating for your baby’s health, and avoiding the traps of big formula marketing—so you can step into motherhood with confidence.

If you’ve ever wondered:

• Does my birth experience really affect breastfeeding?

• How do I prepare to advocate for myself in the hospital?

• What kind of support do I actually need for exclusive breastfeeding?

…then this episode will give you the clarity and confidence you need.

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✨ Key topics covered in this episode: 00:00 Introduction: The Overwhelming World of Parenting Classes 00:14 Welcome to the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast 01:09 Meet Stephanie from My Essential Birth 02:04 The Journey of Birth Experiences 04:01 The Interconnection of Birth and Breastfeeding 09:42 The Importance of Birth Plans 12:49 Preparing for Breastfeeding Challenges 17:27 Navigating the Healthcare System for Birth and Breastfeeding 29:26 Resources and Final Thoughts

Is your newborn too sleepy to breastfeed or struggling with a “lazy latch”? You’re not alone—many new moms face this challenge in the early days of breastfeeding.

In this episode of The Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, Jaimie Zaki—International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and mom of five—explains why some babies seem too tired to latch or feed effectively and what you can do to help.

A “lazy latch” often describes a newborn who seems too sleepy, weak, or unmotivated to breastfeed. But the truth is—babies aren’t lazy. They may be experiencing underlying challenges that make latching and feeding harder.

Jaimie explores several reasons your baby might be too tired to breastfeed:

• Normal newborn sleepiness in the first 24–48 hours

• Effects of birth interventions such as medication during labor

• Prematurity or small size for gestational age

• Jaundice in newborns

• Oral restrictions like tongue-tie or lip-tie

Practical strategies to encourage more effective breastfeeding include:

• Doing frequent skin-to-skin contact

• Trying switch nursing (changing sides to keep baby engaged)

• Using breast compressions during feeds

• Evaluating for underlying issues that may need professional support

Jaimie reminds mothers that their instincts are powerful. If something feels off—trust your gut and seek skilled support. With the right strategies and guidance, most babies can overcome a “lazy latch” and breastfeed successfully.

If you’re preparing for breastfeeding or already facing challenges, the Breastfeeding Resource Library offers tools and guidance to help you feel confident and supported in your journey.

• 00:00 – Introduction to Breastfeeding With Confidence

• 00:54 – Understanding the Lazy Latch

• 01:47 – Common Causes of Sleepy Babies

• 05:04 – Practical Tips to Keep Baby Awake

• 07:10 – Checking for Underlying Issues

• 08:01 – Final Thoughts and Encouragement