What is a Lactation Cookie?

Lactation cookies are special treats to give nursing moms the nutrients they need to produce more milk. Variations can include brownies, drink mixe...

Engorgement 101 - Breastfeeding Challenges

Engorgement is an expected and incredibly common event in the first week after birth. Yet few mothers and lactating parents are prepared for it, mu...

The Tricks of Breastfeeding, Pumping and Traveling

Despite all the laws that are in place by congress, employers rarely place any sort of emphasis on following or implementing them. Within 4 weeks o...

Pumping at Work - 5 Keys to Success

In hindsight, there were steps I wish I’d taken before going back to work that would have eased the transition and reduced my stress levels. I’ve s...

Fed is Best, Whether you Breastfeed, Exclusively Pump or Formula Feed

That night at the restaurant, I realized she was right. I don’t know why I needed someone to tell me it was okay to quit. Truth be told, there is s...

Breastfeeding: It doesn’t have to be ALL or NOTHING.

If there are any new moms reading this or moms who are dusting off their breastfeeding training wheels, know that breastfeeding doesn’t have to be ...