For your right to be curious.

Donate

Play Live Radio

Next Up:

0:00

0:00 0:00

Available On Air Stations

Build a transformational philanthropy program for this trusted NPR affiliate.
Seeking a 100% major gift fundraiser passionate about public media to develop relationships with people who support an informed and civil central Illinois.
Hire will have community visibility, many prospects, and professional resources.
Interviews in progress, open until filled. Apply now.

Are you availabile to be a local fill-in anchor on Morning Edition and/or All Things Considered?
Must be available with notice either weekdays from 5:30 to 9 a.m. and/or 3:30 to 6 p.m.
Apply by June 5, 5 p.m.

Breastfeeding grief: What one first-time mom felt most unprepared for

WBUR | By Here & Now Newsroom

Published May 29, 2026 at 11:05 AM CDT

Host Elissa Nadworny speaks with WBUR reporter Miriam Wasser about a deeply personal essay she wrote about breastfeeding grief.

Reporter Miriam Wasser with her baby, River. (Courtesy of Miriam Wasser)

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

Here & Now Newsroom