Breastfeeding Resource Guide
Breastfeeding During the Holidays: Tips for New Moms to Stay Comfortable and Confident
The holiday season is full of joy, excitement, and festive gatherings. However, for new moms who are breastfeeding or pumping, it can also be a time of extra stress. Whether you're navigating busy family events or juggling your pumping schedule while traveling, the holidays can make nursing and pumping feel like even more of a challenge.
As a mom who has breastfed three children, I’m here to share some tried-and-true tips to help you manage breastfeeding and pumping during the holidays — all while staying comfortable and stylish. Let's make your nursing journey a little easier and more enjoyable this festive season!
Best Bra for Pumping Moms
Whether you are an exclusive pumper or you pump occasionally, finding the right pumping bra can make a huge difference in your overall experience. In this article, we share what to look for in a good pumping bra, and our best pumping bra recommendations that pair with any breast pump.
Pumping Mistakes to Avoid
Whether you are an occasional or exclusive pumper, pumping breastmilk can have its benefits and challenges. In this article, we unpack some common pumping mistakes to avoid and tips for overcoming these obstacles.
The Best Bras to Wear With Pumpables Breast Pump
Pumpables portable breast pumps are really hot on the market right now. However, their unique flanges can make it difficult to find a pumping bra that you can wear comfortably. If you are using a Pumpable’s breast pump and flanges, you need to know about the best pumping bras to use with it!
The Pros and Cons of Pumping Milk Collection Options
Breastfeeding is hard. There are so many breast pump options out there to help you with pumping milk collection, so let’s break down some of these options more!
The BEST Bra For Elvie Pump
Whether you exclusively pump or only while away from your child, the Elvie pump is an amazing choice for a wearable breast pump. But no set-up is complete without an amazing pumping bra! Read on to find out which bra has been voted the best bra for Elvie pump!
How To Prepare For Breastfeeding
As a new mom, there are a lot of things you need to prepare for the arrival of your little one, but something that we often under prepare for is breastfeeding. We usually think breastfeeding is natural so it should be easy. Although this is true, breastfeeding is far from easy for everyone. In my experience of breastfeeding three babies for over 2 years each time, there are a few essential breastfeeding supplies that I used every single day and feel like I could not have lived without!
Nursing Bras for Busty Moms
Finding a good nursing bra is a difficult challenge, but finding a great nursing bra for busty cup sizes is one of the most difficult experiences you will face as a new mom. As a busty mom myself with a DD bra cup size pre pregnancy, I was shocked how much my cup size grew with each pregnancy.
If you have a fuller cup size, finding a brand that carries busty size nursing and pumping bras is going to be one of the most important things to do immediately postpartum, and you will thank me later!
The Best Momcozy Breast Pumps
I’ve been hearing a ton of talk lately about one brand of breast pumps in particular and I bet you have also heard of them, Momcozy. The most recent popular options from Momcozy are the M5, V2, V1, S12 Pro, and S9. These pumps are practical, functional, and budget-friendly, so they’re an easy “yes” in my opinion. But how do you select the right one from the Momcozy collection?
The Best Pumping Bras for Larger Flanges
If you're pumping like a pro or just getting started, finding the right bra to fit your type of breast pump flange can be quite a challenge. With countless brands of breast pumps on the market and a variety of shapes and sizes of flanges, I understand why new moms are often confused on what pumping bra to buy to match them.
The guide below has everything you will need to know before finding the right pumping bra for your breast pump.
Finding Freedom with Wearable Breast Pumps
With the promise of freedom and flexibility, wearable pumps could be life changing while you embark on this beautiful journey of motherhood. I’ve used quite a few of them so I want to talk about some of the top contenders – Elvie, Willow, Lansinoh, and Momcozy. Let’s find out if these cordless wonders are the superhero sidekick your pumping journey needs.
What’s the Difference Between a Pumping Bra and a Nursing Bra?
Between pumping bras, nursing bras, maternity bras, and more, I know it can get super confusing. Plus, who wants to buy new bras every few months? After three kids, and with my experience as an intimates designer, I’ve definitely learned a few things about the different bras out there. So don’t worry, I’m here to help you understand the differences, similarities, and what type is best for you during pregnancy and postpartum!
