By Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC You had envisioned yourself latching your beautiful new baby to your breast, and it would instantly be magical. Pure bliss! But breastfeeding didn’t come as ea...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Pumping should never hurt. Whether a mom is exclusively breast pumping or will be away from her baby for any reason, it will be significantly more efficient when ...
Breastfeeding and Sibling Support Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC We know moms reach their breastfeeding goals when they feel loved and supported. We know moms learn to breastfeed while watching...
Our new Spectra Simple Store Milk Collection Kit makes pumping, storing, and feeding as easy as 1-2-3! This innovative technology allows breastmilk to be pumped directly into BPA-free collection b...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC All Spectra baby USA electric breast pumps have the functionality to be used for single or double breast pumping. Research shows using double pumping will help dr...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC You’ve finally gotten into a sweet groove with breastfeeding and now it’s time to head back to the office. You can absolutely continue to breastfeed and maintain ...
The 9 Plus is Spectra’s smallest pump, weighing in at only ½ a pound! This tiny, but mighty pump offers the ultimate in on-the-go single or double pumping. The rechargeable battery allows for co...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC It’s likely that at some point, your breastfed baby will be cared for by someone else other than yourself. Sometimes it’s temporary while other times it can be lo...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Are your nipples sore from nursing your newborn? Are you thinking of purchasing a nipple shield to prepare for your breastfeeding journey? Wait! Don’t grab that n...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC, RLC Did you just find out you’re expecting a new baby and you’re currently breastfeeding? So many emotions can begin to flood your mind when you start to process that...
Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC If you’re nursing or pumping for your little one, it can be months before your period returns. Many moms consider this a bonus of breastfeeding! However, every mo...
Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC RLC It can be frustrating for parents when they get conflicting breastfeeding advice from nurses, doctors, family members, friends and….shriek! Yes, even lactation con...
Jacque Ordner BSN, RN, IBCLC Holiday weaning can occur accidentally when we unintentionally nurse or pump less as a result of the busy-ness of the season. Parties, family gatherings, travel, pas...