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...
What Lactation Consultants Wish All New Parents Knew About Breastfeeding
The top things lactation consultants wish all new moms knew about breastfeeding and working with an IBCLC.
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...
How to Improve Your Outlook on Breastfeeding Your Baby
If you’re not loving the experience of breastfeeding, here are a few things to try to help make the process more comfortable and enjoyable.
5 Ways to Get Involved in Your Partner’s Lactation Journey (And Why It Would Mean a Lot to Them)
Breastfeeding is a journey for the entire family, not just for the baby and the lactating parent. Here’s how you can get involved. No one sai...
Why Me-Time Isn’t Selfish (And Why It’s Good For Your Health!)
We have scientific proof that self-care is necessary for parents. There’s a lot of pressure to do it all, be it all, and have it all. With th...
What is an IBCLC?
You’ll see us use the acronym IBCLC a lot: IBCLC stands for International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. The highest accredited health...