Episode 6

Empowering Motherhood: A Lactation Consultant's Journey, with Moriah Thompson | Episode 6

Published on: 4th December, 2023

Join us on this episode of The Last Zebra Podcast as we delve into the nurturing world of lactation consulting with our special guest, Moriah Thompson. In this enlightening episode, Moriah, a dedicated lactation consultant and registered nurse, shares her personal and professional experiences, offering valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of breastfeeding, the role of a lactation consultant, and the journey of motherhood. Whether you're a new mom, healthcare professional, or simply interested in the nurturing aspects of parenting, this episode is a must-watch!

🔍 In This Episode:

  • Introduction to Moriah Thompson: Discover the multifaceted life of Moriah as a mother, poet, African dancer, and garden lover.
  • Journey to Lactation Consulting: Moriah shares her path from nursing to becoming a passionate lactation consultant, finding purpose in helping mothers and babies.
  • Challenges in Japan: Learn about Moriah's unique experiences as a nurse in Japan and the obstacles she faced in her early career.
  • Breastfeeding Realities: Insights into the complexities of breastfeeding, including social attitudes and the importance of prenatal education.
  • Empowering Mothers: Moriah discusses her approach to supporting mothers' choices in breastfeeding and her respect for their decisions.
  • Personal Reflections: Moriah reflects on her own experiences as a mother and how it influences her professional practice.
  • Future Aspirations: Explore Moriah's future goals, including community work and potential in-home services.
  • Gardening as Therapy: A glimpse into Moriah's love for gardening and how it parallels her nurturing nature.
  • Closing Thoughts: Moriah shares her thoughts on the podcast experience and her aspirations for expanding her practice.

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The Last Zebra
Nuanced conversations about different walks of life and those who live them
“The Last Zebra” draws its essence from the timeless medical adage:

“When you hear hoofbeats, think of horses, not zebras.”

Coined by Dr. Theodore Woodward in the 1940s, this maxim reminds us to prioritize common diagnoses over rare and improbable ones.

In a medical world often defined by seeking the most likely causes, “The Last Zebra” podcast takes a different approach. Here we are looking for the common in all of us.

The common focuses on the unique, diverse, and individual experiences of medical professionals. We hope to showcase the stories of these individuals, highlighting how they infuse their backgrounds, beliefs, and characteristics into their medical practice. By doing so, they add an artistic and personal touch that goes beyond the clinical norms and transforms their work into a deeply profound and meaningful endeavor.

Through these stories, “The Last Zebra” aims to reveal the extraordinary side of medicine— "heavy on the ordinary".

The stories that deviate from dogma and delve into the exceptional. It seeks to capture the essence of these medical professionals’ journeys, shedding light on their challenges, triumphs, and the remarkable ways they shape the landscape of healthcare.

In each episode, we delve into the non-clinical nuances that define the day-to-day lives of medical professionals from diverse backgrounds and specialties. This podcast will start and go beyond the clinical, shedding light on the intricate artistry, mosaicism, and diversity in medicine.

We explore how every guest crafts their unique personality and characteristics into the very fabric of their practice.

These stories not only celebrate individuality but also embody the soul of healthcare.

In a world where uniformity is prioritized, “The Last Zebra” podcast honors the rare and unique elements that medical professionals bring to their work. Together, we’ll discover how these exceptional individuals are shaping the future of healthcare, one personalized interaction at a time.

So, come along as we embrace the zebras — the extraordinary stories that make medicine a true art.
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