Samantha Radford

Also Samantha Radford, PhD, CLC, is an expert in the intersection of Chemistry and Public Health. Her blog Evidence-based Mommy draws upon her background as a scientist, lactation consultant, and educator to help moms and kids thrive. Samantha is passionate about supporting and promoting breastfeeding as the foundation of public health. She hosts the annual Breastfeeding Beyond Babyhood summit, where parents are supported and celebrated for breastfeeding/chestfeeding past the first year. Samantha has 4 children of her own and lives in Central Pennsylvania.

Your Guide to Creating the Perfect Breastfeeding Station

As a nursing mom, I sometimes felt like my days consisted of nothing more than whipping out my boobs for another feed. Then, once our little one was nursing, I’d be stuck in the same position for long chunks of time until she’d gotten her fill. Thank goodness one of my friends suggested I design […]

15 Spring Activities for Toddlers You’ll Love, Too

After a long winter stuck inside, spring is such a welcome change (especially for little ones!). That’s why I love having spring activities for toddlers and big kids ready to go for the second we can escape the winter and head outside to play. Here, you’ll find a mix of Montessori-style activities, simple crafts, games, […]

How to Manage Overactive Letdown While Breastfeeding

If breastfeeding leaves you with a screeching baby who is mad because you sprayed milk all over their face like a firehose (again), you may have what’s called “overactive letdown.”  While it sounds good to know that you’re releasing a lot of milk, it can lead to a fussy, gassy baby and breast milk all […]

Breast Milk Oversupply: What It Is and What to Do About It

Some people may think it’s great to have extra breast milk, but they don’t understand what it’s like to overproduce and have constantly sore boobs (plus a gassy, screaming baby, clogged ducts, mastitis, all that jazz).  If you’re dealing with an oversupply of breastmilk, you know how frustrating (and painful!) it can be for both […]

Can I Refuse the Glucose Test When Pregnant? A Scientific Look at Glucose Test Alternatives

Can you refuse the glucose test when pregnant? Sure. But do we recommend it? Definitely not. If your concerns relate to Glucola–the standard glucose test drink–there are some alternatives, and we’ll walk you through the pros and cons of them. But many of the glucose test alternatives touted by wellness influencers–like 100% fruit juice and […]