How to Suppress Lactation When You Know You Don’t Want to Breastfeed Deciding not to breastfeed is a personal choice—and a valid one. Whether it’s…
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Should You Top Off with Formula in the Early Days of Breastfeeding? Pros & Cons
Breastfeeding can be an emotional and physical rollercoaster, especially in the early days when you and your baby are learning together. One of the most…
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Hands-Free, Boss Mode: The Working Parent’s Guide to Wearable Pumps
Returning to work after having a baby is a big transition, and for breastfeeding parents, the challenge of maintaining a milk supply while balancing professional…
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Marijuana and Breastfeeding: What Every Parent Should Know
As marijuana becomes more widely accepted and legalized, many breastfeeding parents wonder whether they can safely use it while nursing. While cannabis may be used…
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Milk, Love, and O’s: How Oxytocin Connects Breastfeeding and Sex
A new mother recently asked me why she feels sleepy when breastfeeding her baby. She noticed that an overwhelming sense of relaxation took over every…
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How to Build a Breast Milk Stash So Others Can Help with Feedings
If you’re a breastfeeding mom who wants to share feeding duties with a partner, family member, or caregiver, building an extra milk stash is a…
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When Does Nursing Get Easier? A Guide for New Moms
Nursing your baby can be one of the most rewarding experiences—but let’s be real, it’s not always easy at first. Many new moms wonder, “When…
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Why Nursing Your Baby May Be Delayed After a Cesarean Delivery
For many expectant moms, the idea of nursing their baby right after birth is something they look forward to. Skin-to-skin contact and immediate breastfeeding help…
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Pregnant and Moving? Here’s How to Make It Easier!
So, you’re preparing for a baby and a big move—at the same time? Talk about a full plate! Moving is already a major life event,…
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Collecting Colostrum Before Birth: Does It Increase the Risk of Preterm Labor?
As your due date approaches, you may have heard about collecting colostrum before birth to have an extra supply ready for your newborn. This practice…