Marijuana and Breastfeeding: Is It Safe?
In short, no. Here’s what you need to know. It’s no secret that many people enjoy cannabis, from the relaxing, pain-relieving, euphoric...
What to Expect When Breastfeeding Twins
You will produce enough milk Many parents breastfeeding twins worry that they won’t be able to keep their breast milk supply up, or that they...
New Year’s Resolutions for Lactating Parents
For some people, January means resolutions: Setting goals and striving for self-improvement in all facets of life. And while we admire and support ...
Ask the IBCLC: How to Prevent Mastitis Over the Holidays
Holiday parties, out-of-town visitors and more can all disrupt a new mom’s pumping schedule and even lead to breast tissue inflammation.
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. They say it takes a village to ...
How to Celebrate the Holidays with a Baby in Tow
From Crying Through Church to Breastfeeding During Dinner: How to Keep It Together During the Most Wonderful Time of the Year The holiday season is...
Methods to Treat Mastitis at Home
The early days of parenting are bound to be physically exhausting: While adjusting to the presence of a tiny, new human; you’re also adjustin...
Mastering the Holidays While Lactating
Navigate the festivities and bring sanity to the season The holidays can be hectic—especially with a new little one in tow. But we have a sec...
Lactation and Air Travel
Answers to the most frequently-asked questions about bringing breast milk (and baby) on board We’re approaching holiday travel season, so if ...
Hospital Lactation Care
Breastfeeding doesn’t always come easily to new mothers, but we believe that knowledge is empowering. Give yourself a leg up by understanding...
Holiday Gifts for New Parents
Most gift guides for new parents are all about the baby. And while it’s nice to receive presents for your little one—parents are not go...
Ask the IBCLC: A Guide to Breastfeeding for Preemies, Multiples and Infants Requiring Special Care
We’re sharing expert info on nursing and pumping for babies who need extra care Congratulations! Your baby—or babies—has/have arr...