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By: By Malaika Ludman, MPH, CLC, Doula In 2016, the United Nations Children’s Fund reported that at least 535 million children were living in countries affected by emergencies. Emergencies include natural disasters (i.e. hurricanes), family crises (i.e. sudden homelessness), and man-made disasters where access to infrastructure is limited. Disasters are occurring more frequently and with […]
Traveling after having a baby is definitely a whole new kind of adventure. The first concern that should come to mind is how to feed your little one, especially if you’re pumping. Whether you are exclusively pumping, traveling without your baby and need to keep up with your supply, or just want to bring a […]
by Amanda G Not every mama has the option to work from home after she brings that bundle of joy into the world. This truth makes feeding baby challenging for those of us who are pumping and working. The question then becomes, “what am I supposed to do and how do I do it”? Before you […]
As a mom, being exhausted is a pretty normal part of having a new baby. With lack of sleep and an intense focus on your little one’s needs over your own, there is a pretty good chance that your immune system will get run down at some point. So what happens when you come down […]
By Melissa Portunato, IBCLC Dealing with a natural disaster can be extremely stressful. Here in the US, Hurricanes and other natural disasters threaten various parts of our nation. With this comes the ominous thought that our precious, pumped mother’s milk may go wasted and on the other hand, that we may be faced with feeding […]
Every nursing mother wonders from time to time if she is producing enough milk. Hey, we’re moms, worrying and wondering is what we do. If you’re pumping, there is an added step to the dance of supply and demand. How do you know if you need to increase your supply? Should you pump more? Some […]
by: Brittney F. Let’s face it, Moms, there are A LOT of choices out there when it comes to breast pumps. If you’ve chosen Spectra, congratulations! As a breast pump company, we offer the best options for the busy nursing Mother. Our pumps are versatile, discreet, and most importantly, NATURAL feeling. A lot of Moms […]
When breastfeeding and pumping come to mind, the first thought that typically comes to mind is a mama’s return from maternity leave. If you’re a mom, you know this can be an exciting transition back to some “normalization”; but, it can also be very stressful in trying to coordinate a routine that will keep you […]
Travel Tips for Flying While Pregnant Whether you’re traveling for work or pleasure, now that you are pregnant you may be wondering what steps and precautions you should be taking. Since pregnancy by itself is hard enough on you, here are some basic guidelines to keep in mind to make flying more enjoyable: Check the […]
by Bonne Dunham, IBCLC Pumping Milk…Am I Doing It Right? First of all, there are A LOT of right ways to do it! Pumping is a learned activity that gets easier with time and practice. At first, most women are perplexed about ‘How much milk am I supposed to be able to express?’ Whether you […]
Well, it’s sadly that time, when you are headed back to work after maternity leave. Hopefully, your employer offers that necessary benefit. The baby honeymoon is over and now you have some big decisions to make regarding child care and feeding. If you’ve been breastfeeding up to this point, there is a good chance you’ll […]