I am still a few weeks out from welcoming Baby Cinco (although I have gone in to labor several times already, unfortunately). As a momma who has successfully breastfed four previous children over the last 14 years, I have seen so many products come on an off the market, some helpful, some not. Breastfeeding is…
I am still a few weeks out from welcoming Baby Cinco (although I have gone in to labor several times already, unfortunately). As a momma who has successfully breastfed four previous children over the last 14 years, I have seen so many products come on an off the market, some helpful, some not. Breastfeeding is…
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Three Products to Make Your Breastfeeding Journey Easier
in BreastfeedingI am still a few weeks out from welcoming Baby Cinco (although I have gone in to labor several times already, unfortunately). As a momma who has successfully breastfed four previous children over the last 14 years, I have seen so many products come...
Meet Your New Favorite Hands-Free Wearable Breast Pump-Willow
July 10, 2018 in BreastfeedingI am still a few months out from giving birth, but one product that I am most excited about using with baby #5, is the Willow Pump. I have been fortunate to be able to breastfeed all four of my previous children, and I...
Black & Breastfeeding: And Loving It!
May 9, 2016 in BreastfeedingIt is widely known that African American women have the lowest rates when it comes to breastfeeding in the US. The CDC states that black women are 20% less likely to breastfeed compared to white mothers. This is not only evident as portrayed throughout everyday interactions...
Breastfeeding Diaries: Months 4-6
March 9, 2015 in BreastfeedingDid I happen to mention how tired I was month 1? If not, this picture to left may give you a pretty good idea. It was actually 2 o’clock in the afternoon. At this point, we were still nursing every hour, for just a...
What Breastfeeding Has Taught Me About Motherhood
February 14, 2015 in BreastfeedingAt this point, I have been breastfeeding since 2004. Ten years into this journey I have learned so much about not only myself but what it means to be a mother. It’s more than just feeding your baby, it’s about giving them so much...
Breastfeeding Diaries: Months 1-3
December 9, 2014 in BreastfeedingMonth 1 She was a magnificent nurser the moment she latched on. I was able to breastfeed immediately after she was born, and I absolutely loved it. Unlike Lala, there were no issues. However, the only minor problem was jaundice which did keep her...
A Day in the Life of Full-Time Working & Pumping Mom
April 2, 2013 in BreastfeedingI work in a hospital as a public health and safety engineer. Needless to say, most of the day is either spent on my feet checking out the varying floors or at my computer filling out endless reports. Either way, my days are long...
How Working Moms Can Successfully Breastfeed
February 24, 2013 in BreastfeedingSince having Isla in December 2012 I never imagined having to return to work just two short months later. But with the current economic climate, it’s just not possible for me to continue to stay home, while Chris is the only one working. I...