As an employer, you know that employees' needs change and evolve as they go through transitions in family life. This is especially true for expecting mothers who need to breast pump at work after returning from maternity leave. Will you have a proper breast pumping room prepared for them? What is a proper breast pumping room? If you need to create one, (or improve an existing space), take some inspiration from these twelve [...]
What you put in your body affects what you get out of it, especially when it comes to breastmilk. Whatever you eat can support or hamper your milk flow, which affects what your baby eats too! That’s why we’ve got a list of foods to boost breast milk production. Whether you’re looking to increase your milk supply or simply provide more nutrition for your little one, check out these ‘galactagogues’ or milk [...]
Are you ready to breast pump at work? If the answer is no, we totally understand. As your maternity leave ends there are multiple struggles to handle from the emotions of missing your baby to getting on a regular 8 to 5 schedule again. Just know that you're not alone. Tons of new moms face the challenge of pumping at work every day, and they do so successfully. All you need is [...]
Congratulations on your pregnancy! You now have a lot to expect while expecting your new bundle of joy. From complete strangers wanting to touch your belly, first laughs, and getting a breast pump through insurance. Some of these experiences are better than others and when it comes to receiving your brand new pump, you can help the process a lot easier by knowing what questions to ask your insurance provider. Questions [...]
Travel happens. Wherever you find yourself on a vacation to relax or going on a business trip, it may seem impossible to travel without baby while breastfeeding! How will they stay fed away from your breasts? Well, take a deep breath. Traveling without baby is actually much easier than you think. All you need is a little emotional strength to get through the first night alone and some pre-trip planning to make [...]
