Intrusive postpartum thoughts & mental health: What’s normal & when to seek help
Postpartum can be a wild ride. Your body, mind, and emotions are shifting constantly, and there’s no one-size-fits-all experience. Some new parents...
The power of an empowered partner: 5 tips to foster breastfeeding support in your family
If you’ve ever set a goal for yourself, whether personally or professionally, you know how difficult it can be to stay focused on the positive outc...
Can you take medication while breastfeeding?
Many people take a variety of prescription and over-the-counter medications without thinking much about it at all. But during lactation, parents ar...
A complete guide to the fourth trimester
Pregnancy brings many of its own surprises. Whether you’re expecting your first child or your fifth, the experience is completely different every s...
Why every new parent needs a village
It’s more than okay to ask for help. Here’s how to lean on your village of support, and why it matters. It’s often said that it takes a village (re...
Baby blues vs. postpartum depression: How to determine the difference
Pregnancy and birth are two of the most intense physical and emotional experiences a body can endure. Then, once you finally welcome your baby into...
Mental health care during the postpartum season
For World Mental Health Day and every day thereafter, we’re shedding light on postpartum mental health. Content warning: Postpartum mental illness ...
Is my baby getting enough breast milk?
Signs your baby is getting enough milk A common concern for new mothers and parents is that they’re not producing enough milk, but undersupply is a...
Breastfeeding a Newborn: A New Mom’s Guide
Prepare to welcome your baby with our guide to breastfeeding a newborn during those first few days There’s so much to think about when your baby fi...
Calming your new-mom fears
Worried about motherhood? You’re not alone. Here’s what you need to know to help overcome common new-mom fears and worries.
Breastfeeding resources for Black mothers and parents
Here are online and IRL culturally competent support groups, doulas, birth centers, midwives and IBCLCs to support you on your breastfeeding journe...
Our top 10 must-have breastfeeding supplies for new moms
Although breastfeeding may only (technically) require moms’ breasts, we know from real-mom experience that there are essential breastfeeding supp...