A few years ago I experienced the greatest trauma in my breastfeeding journey. As a mom of 7, I’ve been breastfeeding, collectively, for over 9 years now and this incident was still the worst of them all! I lost my breastmilk stockpile. All of it. Four months of pumping 3-4 times a day, expressing 4-7 …
Breastfeeding
I have two questions for you. Are you a breastfeeding mama? Do you ever read the label on your food before you eat it? I do both. Now, I am no expert on either, but just a concerned mom who wants the best for her little one. Wouldn’t it be nice if your breast milk …
Breastfeeding — it’s one of those things that, as a woman, I thought would be so simple, easy, and natural. For as long as I can remember, I knew I would try to breastfeed my babies. I can still remember seeing my mom breastfeeding my baby sister when I was 5 years old, so it …
Are you a breastfeeding mom? If so, you’ve gotta check out my collection of breastfeeding memes! They are sure to give you a chuckle and are easy to relate to! In honor of world breastfeeding week, which is coming up next week, I’ve updated this post with even more breastfeeding memes! I have been breastfeeding …
There is so much to prepare for when you’re expecting a baby! You’ve gotta make sure you have clothes, diapers & wipes, and plenty of baby gear! If you’re preparing to breastfeed (which I’d highly encourage!) there are a few breastfeeding supplies you should have on hand before your baby’s arrival. That way, you’re prepared …
Nothing pairs better than milk and cookies, especially when you are a breastfeeding mama looking to increase your milk supply. Check out my recipe below for easy to make chocolate chip lactation cookies. Chocolate Chip Lactation Cookies I found that I was always hungry while breastfeeding my son. Even though I knew I should be …
Are you looking to increase your milk supply? I’ve started baking these oatmeal chocolate chip lactation cookies and they are SO good! Honestly, I like them even better than regular chocolate chip cookies, which I didn’t think was possible. Breastfeeding can be such a struggle at times and there is nothing more than a dip …
Thanks to Hotmilk for the complimentary bras to facilitate this post about What You Need To Know When Buying Bras During Pregnancy. What You Need To Know When Buying Bras During Pregnancy It Is Not A “One And Done” Process. Just as with your growing belly, your breast will hit points of rapid growth and …
Are you looking for the best breastfeeding hack that will save your style? Look no further, I’m sharing it here today! Even though I’m no longer nursing any of my children, I’ve spent many years “in the trenches”. Our first baby, a daughter, I breastfed for 6 months. Baby number two, Jack, was 18 months. …
Breastfeeding is hard – at least, for some moms, at some times. This post is meant to encourage you in your breastfeeding journey and let you know you’re not alone. Why I’m Writing This Post I wanted to write a post today to encourage breastfeeding moms out there who are struggling right now. I know …