Discover the Beauty in Every Moment: A Family Lifestyle Blog by a Black Millennial Mom
Figuring out how to choose a breast pump can be confusing, especially when there are many options available. From manual to electric, to closed versus open, to hands-free. Having to choose which breast pump is right for you can be overwhelming. As a second-time breastfeeding mom, I get it. Heck, breast pumps have come a […] Read more…
While pregnant, I was drilled on the importance of keeping hydrated. Dehydration during pregnancy can lead to cramping or preterm labor. Now that I am breastfeeding, the importance of remaining hydrated is the same, but for different reasons. Breast milk supply can wane if you’re dehydrated. As a breastfeeding mom, I know how important it […] Read more…
Moms who are exclusively breastfeeding may need to pump breast milk occasionally. The reasons may vary from returning to work or going on a couple’s retreat. However, one thing remains the same: your baby needs to be fed in your absence. As a breastfeeding momma, pumping breast milk is the answer. But do you know […] Read more…
I am not going to even lie to you. I had no concrete plans on breast feeding. Yes, I had the Medela Pump In Style Advance on my registry, and I purchased it ahead of time, but I still had lingering hesitations on doing it. Why? Sheer ignorance. Plus, no woman in my immediate family […] Read more…