Real Mom Story, by Mary Atkins Pumping — The good, the bad and the rewards I started my pumping journey 18 months ago and I have been Exclusively Breastfeeding, EBF, and pumping since. I’m sure m...
10 Tips to Boost Milk Supply So you’ve decided you’re going to breastfeed your little one: way to go mama! Breastfeeding can be tough but you can be sure you are giving your baby the best nutriti...
by Bonne Dunham, IBCLC The prospect of returning to work after your baby is born can be a very frightening and overwhelming prospect for some Mothers, but with a little extra planning and knowledg...
Tips for Pumping on a Plane Pumping is totally doable on a plane. Whether you are pressed for time upon arriving at your destination, have a long flight, or are trying to stick to a strict schedu...
By Ericah Miller #RealMomStory Motherhood is a gift. It is also one of the most important full-time jobs you’ll ever have. You’re responsible for loving, protecting, shaping, and nurturing this ...
5 tips to prep for your time away from home New moms, we know travel can be tough. Not only do you have to spend time away from your little one, but you also have to worry about how, when, and wh...
Breastfeeding is pretty amazing, it gives your little one a good start to life. Here are 18 facts to help motivate, inspire and fascinate you: 1. The first 24 hours after birth are most crucial f...
Comparing Breast Pumps: Medela, Megna & Spectra Brittany Busbee First-time Mom, First-time Pumper I am a first-time mom to my beautiful baby girl and I really had no idea what to expect about ...
by Melissa Portunato MPH, IBCLC You finally got the hang of breastfeeding. You perfected baby’s latch, you’ve mastered the football hold while texting, and baby has a ton of poop diapers so you kn...
What To Know When Returning to Work Well, it’s sadly that time, when you are headed back to work after maternity leave. Hopefully, your employer offers that necessary benefit. The baby honeymoon i...
By Jenn Foster, MA, IBCLC, RLC We’ve all heard that “breast is best”…but, why? What’s so different about breast milk anyway? Is it really that important? The answer is, yes! And here is why: A ba...
by Jenn Foster, IBCLC With the passing of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), insurance companies now MUST cover a breast pump for mothers during their pregnancies. This includes Medicaid and Medicare....
by Jenn Foster, MA, IBCLC, RLC You aren’t alone…don’t suffer in silence! The prevalence of Postpartum Depression or Postnatal Depression has been documented in affecting an alarming 13-20% of wome...