Preventing the Leak 101

Leaking breastmilk is one of the more embarrassing nursing pitfalls.  Some women leak milk their entire nursing journey and others leak only when their babes are newborns.  A lucky few don’t leak at all but in talking to other moms, these women seem to be in the minority.  I can tell you from personal experience…

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Breastfeeding Round 2

If you’ve been following my blog posts for the past couple of months, you have read about some of the ways that my two sons are different – and they are VERY different.  Breastfeeding has been no exception. The learning curve has been a bit easier this time since I do have some experience but…

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Breastfeeding and Oversupply

Last month I wrote to you about low milk supply and how to combat the challenges that it presents.  If you missed it but it sounds like something you are struggling with please check it out!  You can find the link HERE.  If you are on the opposite end of the spectrum and think you…

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The Truth About Low Milk Supply

Last week was officially “World Breastfeeding Week” but many organizations are celebrating all month long.  If you are or have breastfed a baby (regardless of how long you did it) give yourself some credit.  Breastfeeding can be really hard!  In honor of Breastfeeding Month I wanted to write about a topic that affects a lot…

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Navigating the Holiday Season

Being a mom during the holidays is difficult. Being a pumping or breast feeding mom during the holidays can present its own set of challenges. With a little planning and support this hectic season can feel like any other time. The most important thing that I have learned during my 5 year nursing journey is…

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