Pumping Breast Milk: A Beginner’s Guide
Pumping Breast Milk: A Beginner’s Guide

For many new moms, pumping breast milk becomes an important part of their breastfeeding journey. Whether you’re building a freezer...

Engorgement vs. Mastitis: Knowing the Difference and When to Act
Engorgement vs. Mastitis: Knowing the Difference and When to Act

Every breastfeeding journey has its "ouch" moments, but when your breasts feel hard, hot, or painful, it’s vital to know...

What to Expect During the First Week of Breastfeeding
What to Expect During the First Week of Breastfeeding

The first week of breastfeeding is a time of adjustment for both mom and baby. Everything is new—your baby is...

Breastfeeding and Returning to Work
Breastfeeding and Returning to Work

Returning to work while breastfeeding can feel like a big transition. Many moms wonder how they’ll balance their job responsibilities...

Signs of Dehydration While Breastfeeding (and How to Stay Hydrated)
Signs of Dehydration While Breastfeeding (and How to Stay Hydrated)

Breastfeeding places new demands on the body, and one of the most noticeable changes many moms experience is increased thirst....

My Baby Won’t Nurse: Navigating the Nursing Strike
My Baby Won’t Nurse: Navigating the Nursing Strike

There is perhaps nothing more disheartening for a breastfeeding mother than when a baby—who previously nursed without issue—suddenly screams, pulls...

How Much Expressed Milk Will My Baby Need? (The Bottle-Feeding Math)
How Much Expressed Milk Will My Baby Need? (The Bottle-Feeding Math)

As you prepare to return to work or simply head out for a well-deserved date night, the "bottle math" can...

Alcohol and Breastfeeding: Debunking Myths and Setting a Safety Standard
Alcohol and Breastfeeding: Debunking Myths and Setting a Safety Standard

Whether it’s a glass of champagne at a wedding or a cold beer on a Friday night, many nursing parents...