How to prepare for breastfeeding
There’s a lot to think about before your baby arrives — nurseries, birth plans, tiny clothes. The list goes on and on. And one of the big things to...
Essential questions to ask a lactation consultant
Are you pregnant and planning ahead? Or are you currently navigating your feeding journey? Whichever camp you fall into, chances are you’ve g...
Prenatal advice for new parents: Everything you need to know
If you’re expecting a baby, you’ve probably been hit with a flood of questions, advice for new parents (solicited or not), and maybe a little anxie...
What are the 3 types of breast milk?
While it’s common to think breast milk is simply breast milk, it’s actually more complicated than that! It evolves as your body tailors it to your ...
Insurance-covered breast pump spotlight: Spectra S1 vs S2
As a new parent, your plate is already overflowing, but when it comes to lactation and breastfeeding, The Lactation Network is here to lighten the ...
Breastfeeding vs pumping: Find out what’s right for you
Deciding how to feed your baby — whether through breastfeeding, pumping, or a combination of both — is deeply personal, and no one-size-fits-all an...
Is The Lactation Network legit?
What is The Lactation Network? Is The Lactation Network legit? What is lactation support? How does The Lactation Network insurance work? Ev...
“This is #^@%ing hard!” The good, the bad, and the messy of breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is awe-inspiring. Sitting with your baby in the wee hours of the morning, feeding them at your breast, with nothing but peace be...
16 tips for returning to work after maternity leave
Returning to work after maternity leave is a huge transition, both emotionally and logistically. You’re likely feeling a lot of things right now — ...
The true cost of breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is often hailed as the gold standard for infant nutrition, a choice that countless parents make with the hope of giving their child t...
None of the greats do it solo. Why do we expect parents to?
2024 is an Olympic year. As the CEO of The Lactation Network, I watch competitions like the Games and the U.S. Open for the same reason many do: To...
Announcing TLN’s new parent newsletter (with 4 back-to-school tips)!
Yep, it’s back-to-school season. And it can be an exciting time! It can also be… daunting, to say the least. Teachers dig in with lesson plan...