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While breastfeeding is often described as “feeding your baby from your body,” we know it is never just that. If you’ve breastfed for days, weeks, months, or years, you know that breastfeeding is an experience that has threads of joy, pain, pride, exhaustion, grief, empowerment, and so many other emotions woven throughout. It can be beautiful one moment and utterly overwhelming the next. I’ve learned that no matter what your breastfeeding journey looks like, the emotions that come with it are as real and valid as the milk itself.

The term for your milk "coming in" is technically Lactogenesis II. It refers to the moment changes from early colostrum to the whiter, more voluminous milk you might be expecting. This crucial transition is a sign that your body is working just as it should. Let's explore the timeline, starting with the very first milk your body makes.

Breast milk is incredible, but storing it properly can feel like navigating a maze of conflicting advice. From combining milk from multiple pump sessions to knowing if it can be served cold, there’s no shortage of myths that create confusion and stress for new parents. In this guide, we debunk the most common breast milk storage myths with science-backed facts. Whether you’re prepping to return to work or just stashing away a few extra ounces you’ll learn practical evidence-based tips for storing, warming, combining, and using breast milk the right way.

If you have done much internet searching regarding flange sizing, you have very likely stumbled across the term, elastic nipples. If you’ve ever wondered what elastic nipples are, if you have them, how is pumping with elastic nipples different, and what strategies make pumping with elastic nipples easier, then this guide is for you!

The Motif Luna is one of the top-performing breast pumps on the market, but even the best pump can be made better with a few smart tips and tricks. Whether you’re looking to increase your milk supply, make pumping more efficient, or just looking to make the whole process a little easier, these hacks will change the way you pump - for the better!

Planning for beach days, festivals, farmers markets, and vacation vibes this summer? Wondering how you’re going to keep you and your baby cool while breastfeeding in hot weather? The tips in this guide will help make nursing and pumping more comfortable as you soak up that Vitamin D. 

Returning to work after having a baby brings a unique set of challenges, and for breastfeeding mothers, adding pumping to the mix can feel like a daunting task. Between maintaining your milk supply, finding time to pump, and ensuring discretion, pumping on the go requires a smart strategy and the right equipment. Motif Medical understands these demands, offering a range of breast pumps designed to empower working moms. But with so many options, how do you choose the breast pump that fits seamlessly into your busy life?

Whether you need to pump while at work, for an occasional outing, or as the primary means of providing breastmilk for your baby, it’s important to understand your options and determine which pump will best suit your needs.

Great news! Motif Medical's newest wearable pump, the Aura Glow, is fully covered by many insurance plans. Yes, you read that correctly—you can get the effective, high-quality Motif Aura Glow for free through insurance! And the hybrid-style Motif Roam is also typically covered at 100%! These two convenient, hands-free breast pumps are perfect for moms on the go.

In the past, wearable and portable breast pumps weren’t usually covered by insurance, or if they were, they came with a big extra cost. But now, Motif is changing that with the Aura Glow and Roam. After listening to customer feedback on features, flange sizes, and portability, the Motif team designed these two pumps to meet all your needs while still being covered by insurance. So, how can you get the Aura Glow or Roam through your insurance? Here’s how!

Did you miss our recent webinar covering the Motif Roam and Motif Aura Glow? No worries, this recap will go over all the highlights! We had an amazing turnout with lots of interested mamas! Many of them had great questions which we’ve answered below. 

Becoming a parent of multiple is an experience that is often described as beautiful but extremely challenging. Breastfeeding more than one baby is absolutely possible, but it comes with its own unique set of challenges. All the aspects of caring for a newborn are literally multiplied - more diapers, more outfit changes, more crying, more feedings, more baths, more baby gear, more snuggles, and more love. Support, education, and determination can go a long way toward meeting your goals when it comes to breastfeeding twins, triplets, or more! In this guide, we’ll take it step by step from preparing during pregnancy to establishing a manageable feeding plan.