By: By Malaika Ludman, MPH, CLC, Doula In 2016, the United Nations Children’s Fund reported that at least 535 million children were living in countries affected by emergencies. Emergencies include...
Traveling after having a baby is definitely a whole new kind of adventure. The first concern that should come to mind is how to feed your little one, especially if you’re pumping. Whether you are...
by Amanda G Not every mama has the option to work from home after she brings that bundle of joy into the world. This truth makes feeding baby challenging for those of us who are pumping and worki...
As a mom, being exhausted is a pretty normal part of having a new baby. With lack of sleep and an intense focus on your little one’s needs over your own, there is a pretty good chance that your i...
By Melissa Portunato, IBCLC Dealing with a natural disaster can be extremely stressful. Here in the US, Hurricanes and other natural disasters threaten various parts of our nation. With this come...
Every nursing mother wonders from time to time if she is producing enough milk. Hey, we’re moms, worrying and wondering is what we do. If you’re pumping, there is an added step to the dance of sup...
by: Brittney F. Let’s face it, Moms, there are A LOT of choices out there when it comes to breast pumps. If you’ve chosen Spectra, congratulations! As a breast pump company, we offer the best opt...
When breastfeeding and pumping come to mind, the first thought that typically comes to mind is a mama’s return from maternity leave. If you’re a mom, you know this can be an exciting transition b...
Travel Tips for Flying While Pregnant Whether you’re traveling for work or pleasure, now that you are pregnant you may be wondering what steps and precautions you should be taking. Since pregnanc...
by Bonne Dunham, IBCLC Pumping Milk…Am I Doing It Right? First of all, there are A LOT of right ways to do it! Pumping is a learned activity that gets easier with time and practice. At first, most...
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 is over and now you have some big de...