How to Return to Work After Parental Leave
For new or expecting parents who plan to breastfeed, it’s never too early to start preparing for your return to work. We interviewed TLN IBCLC Leah...
Juneteenth: A Day of Jubilee
By TaNefer Camara, Co-Founder of The B.L.A.C.K. Course January 1st 1863 Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation which granted freedom ...
The infant formula crisis: What TLN is doing, what you can do, and why “just breastfeed!” is ridiculous advice.
To our TLN families and lactation consultant partners, Like many of you, we’ve been gripped by stories of the ongoing formula crisis and are dishea...
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.
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...
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 secret we...
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 you’ve...
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 going to fit i...
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 arrived. But if your ...
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 said brea...
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 the neve...
Mental Health Care During Postpartum
Postpartum Mental Health Care This World Mental Health Day, we’re shedding light on postpartum mental health. Content warning: Postpartum mental il...