By Melissa Portunato MA, IBCLC If you have been researching breast pumps, the terms “primary pump” and “secondary pump” come up a lot — but what do they really mean? A primary breast pump is a ...
By Melissa Portunato IBCLC Clogged ducts can be extremely painful but completely treatable. How did you even get them in the first place? A clogged duct can be caused by a variety of different reas...
Melissa Portunato, IBCLC The majority of breastfeeding mothers will express breastmilk during some part of their breastfeeding journey. Sometimes it can be when returning to work, taking a break wh...
By: Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC There’s been quite the buzz on “elastic nipples” lately. Whether you’re on social media or part of a virtual mommy group you’ve likely heard the term. It’s pro...
By: Chrisie Rosenthal, IBCLC The Lactation Network Breastfeeding: The First Week Your little one is here! The first week of your baby’s life is sure to bring big emotions, special memories and a fe...
By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Your maternity leave might be coming to an end soon and instead of doing your typical trek to the office you now find yourself prepping for a new normal...worki...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Breastmilk is a living substance loaded with nutrients, antibodies, and vitamins, providing the perfect nutrition composition for your growing baby. Experts recomm...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Not all babies bite and the ones that do learn pretty quickly that mama does not like it and stop. If you’re part of the lucky few that does have a baby shark don’...
By Jacquelyn Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC, RLC I had met my breastfeeding goals with three out of my four children, with the fourth still nursing once or twice a day. Number four was about 2.5 years old...
By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC On June 27, 2022, The American Academy of Pediatrics updated its existing policy statement on breastfeeding. The revision has come at a controversial time amids...
By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC The first 12 weeks of your breastfeeding journey requires frequent breastmilk removal, stimulating healthy milk production. Studies show moms who exclusively p...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Are you ready to hit the road with your breast pump this summer? Planning ahead will eliminate unnecessary stress so you can enjoy the time away and make long-las...
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....