Maternal and child health thrive with the right support. For over two decades, Dr. Manisha Gogri has combined her expertise as a medical doctor and IBCLC to guide families through pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding. She pioneered one of Mumbai’s first pregnancy fitness programs and led lactation initiatives across India. She approaches care with a whole-person perspective. In this episode, Katie Oshita talks with Dr. Gogri about her journey and passion for empowering mothers and babies.

Podcast Guest: Dr. Manisha Gogri is an experienced medical doctor (M.B.B.S.) and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), with over two decades of work in maternal and child health. After earning her degree from Seth G.S. Medical College and K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai, she pursued further certifications in childbirth education, prenatal and postnatal fitness, hypnobirthing, and waterbirth. She pioneered one of Mumbai’s first pregnancy education and fitness programs, FIT FOR BIRTH, and has been a leader in lactation support, serving as Secretary for BPNI Maharashtra, volunteering with La Leche League International, and training healthcare professionals across India. Dr. Gogri has worked at several leading hospitals, runs her own lactation clinic in Powai, and supports families globally through virtual consultations and collaborations with organizations like Cleo and Luke Coutinho’s Pregnancy Care Program.

A dedicated educator and advocate, Dr. Gogri has authored textbook chapters, contributed to magazines, and presented at international conferences. She is passionate about advancing breastfeeding medicine, currently pursuing specialized training and leading workshops on issues like tongue tie and relactation. Her personal experience includes exclusively breastfeeding her two sons for a total of 5.5 years. In recognition of her significant contributions, she received the prestigious Dr. N. B. Kumta Award in August 2025.

Podcast Host: Katie Oshita, RN, BSN, IBCLC has over 25 years of experience working in Maternal-Infant Medicine. While Katie sees clients locally in western WA, Katie is also a telehealth lactation consultant believing that clients anywhere in the world deserve the best care possible for their needs. Being an expert on TOTs, Katie helps families everywhere navigate breastfeeding struggles, especially when related to tongue tie or low supply. Katie is also passionate about finding the root cause of symptoms, using Functional Medicine practices to help client not just survive, but truly thrive. Email katie@cuddlesandmilk.com or www.cuddlesandmilk.com