There’s no doubt about it: Being a new parent is expensive. Even after the baby shower, there are expenses for everything from diaper cream to daycare, and it seems like there’s a new bill every time you turn around. So when it comes time to get a breast pump, you may be wondering if it […]
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The Best Breast Pumps Covered by Medicaid
The Quietest Breast Pump on the Market
Breast pumping at work or at school can be a hassle, not to mention embarrassing. If you’re pumping while on a phone call, you don’t want the person on the other end to hear what you’re doing, and when you’re pumping in a bathroom stall, it’s better if your co-workers don’t hear strange, loud suction […]
Best Ways to Warm Breast Milk
How Can I Increase My Breastmilk Supply?
There are all kinds of myths about how to increase your breastmilk supply. Your mom swears by dark beer. Your best friend heard eating bananas can help. It can be overwhelming to dig through thousands of blog posts and weed through the advice from friends and family trying to help. So, what’s fact, and what’s […]
How to Tell If Your Breasts Are Empty After Pumping
If you’ve ever pumped breastmilk, you may find yourself asking a question that seems deceptively simple: Are my breasts empty? It’s a common concern, especially among those who have just started pumping or breastfeeding, and there are several important reasons to determine the answer. Pumping breastmilk (and breastfeeding in general) is a matter of supply […]
