Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC Though most women have the initial desire to breastfeed, the CDC reports only 25% of babies meet the recommendation of exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months....
Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC Are you worried your precious little one will grow to prefer the bottle over your breasts? Are you concerned you might not be able to keep up once baby begins ta...
By Dr. Rachel Goldman Ph.D., FTOS, Licensed Psychologist Self-care. We have all heard about it and we know we “should” do it, but do we? Self-care is a broad term that encompasses just about anythi...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Nipple soreness in the first few weeks postpartum is normal as you navigate breastfeeding, but wanting to cry every time you turn on the pump or latch your baby i...
By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC What is Parallel Pumping? Parallel Pumping is a feeding technique that involves nursing a baby at the breast on one side while simultaneously using a breast pu...
Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC With so many breast pump options, it can be overwhelming to make a final choice. We’re known for our innovative closed system pumps that make pumping more hygienic wh...
By Trill Paullin, Ph.D. Co-Founder, Free to Feed ∘ Military Veteran ∘ Breastfeeding Mother of 2 Many parents struggle in their breastfeeding journey. We know breast milk does an amazing option for ...
“Is my baby getting enough?” This question is one of the most common among nursing moms. Whether you’re a first-time mom or this is familiar territory for you—no breastfeeding journey is identical...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC If you’re breastfeeding and not quite ready to start growing your family, you might be considering birth control. Most birth control methods are not harmful to yo...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Pumping breastmilk for your baby is a huge accomplishment, one that takes time, hard work, and patience. You are already juggling the work of caring for a newborn,...
By Danina Avery Doula, Childbirth Educator, and Breastfeeding Counselor Doula-ing is the act of educating, loving, respecting, listening, embracing, advocating for, and assisting a person prenatal...
By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC What is the “Magic Number”? The “Magic Number” refers to the number of times per day a breastfeeding mom needs to empty her breasts to maintain healthy milk ...
We’re unboxing The Spectra Synergy Gold Dual Electric Breast Pump just in time for Christmas! If you’re on the fence about purchasing the SG or have questions on what makes it special, read on for ...