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How to Get a Breastpump from Insurance

Using a pump can be a great resource when breastfeeding, whether you use it occasionally or full-time. Did you know that you can get a breast pump for free?! Read more…

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Breastfeeding Tips for Taking Care of a Toddler & a Newborn

Making the jump from one kid to two kids (or one to three like I did) can be daunting. You may ask yourself: how am I going to do this?…

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What An IBCLC Can Do for You

Your first question is going to be, “what is an IBCLC?” It’s a mouthful of an acronym, but it’s essential to understand in the lactation consultant world. What does IBCLC…

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Survival Guide: Baby’s First Two Weeks

Newborn life is challenging. Often, even the most experienced parents struggle. We created this survival guide to help you have the best first two weeks possible. Let’s dive in. Take…

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Learning Baby’s Hunger Cues

It is recommended to feed your baby on-demand when they start showing signs of hunger. Feeding on-demand helps you meet all of your baby’s needs—hunger, comfort, bonding, and developmental needs….

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10 Ways for Partners to Support Breastfeeding

We know that moms are much more likely to continue breastfeeding when they have a supportive partner. As mentioned in our Breastfeeding Basics course, mamas are four times more likely…

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The Benefits of Breastfeeding for Baby

There are many benefits to breastfeeding for the mama, and there are notable and vital benefits for baby. Due to the incredible components found in breastmilk, including antibodies, anti-viruses, anti-parasites,…

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The Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom

We’ve all heard the trite phrase: “breast is best,” but have you considered why someone might offer that unsolicited advice at your baby shower? There is a reason why that…

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6 Ways to Prepare for Breastfeeding Before Having Your Baby

Breastfeeding is natural; however, it does not always come naturally for you or your baby. Doing the following six things before your baby arrives will help you start your breastfeeding…

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My Infertility Story

If only our plans were to work the way they were planned My husband and I had been married just under a year when we decided that it was time…

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