“This is #^@%ing hard!” The good, the bad, and the messy of breastfeeding
“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 o...
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 — ...
Breastfeeding 101: Everything you need to know
There’s a ton of information out there about breastfeeding, and we know it can be intimidating to figure out where to begin. Trust us, we get it — ...
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...
A shame-free public breastfeeding experience is possible: Here’s how
As a breastfeeding parent, it’s natural to have questions and concerns about breastfeeding in public. The last thing you want is to feel policed or...
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...
What makes a breastfeeding-friendly space?
If you’ve ever caught unwanted side eyes or critical commentary for breastfeeding in public, you’ve experienced the need for breastfeed...
Know your rights: Breastfeeding in public and private
Breastfeeding is natural. It’s essential to your baby’s health (and yours, too). The breastfeeding relationship is beautiful and deserves to be pro...
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...
The global and intercultural story of breastfeeding
We may not remember how we were fed as babies, but it’s certain that our caregivers do. Most cultures across the globe tie ritual, meaning, and int...
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...
What your breastfeeding friend wishes you knew or would ask
Once you have a baby, nursing becomes a massive part of your life — one that your nonlactating friends may not entirely understand. After all, can ...