New moms go through a lot. Heading back to work is a mental job in itself, then add in pumping at work it’s even more challenging. Some offices will present more challenges than others, but there are some strategies that can help you get through with a little less stress.

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What is a Galactagogue, And how do it Increase your Milk Supply

Breastfeeding is beneficial to both mother and baby, and while having a baby is a joyous occasion; the ability to bond with involves breastfeeding. However, when the mammary glands don’t produce enough milk for your baby, it can be worrisome for a lot of moms

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Re-lactation - How to get your milk supply back

The infant formula milk shortage have put re-lactation in the spotlight. Moms who previously weened are now considering going back to breastfeeding.

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10 Foods that Helps to Boost your Milk Supply

Breastfeeding is natural but it does not come naturally. The reality is breastfeeding takes time, its hard work, commitment and patience. One aspect of breastfeeding is milk supply, it all comes down to demand and supply.

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When Should you start Pumping

Given that all pregnancies, and all mamas, are different - when to start pumping breastmilk will vary from person to person. Ideally you’ll want to start pumping 2 weeks after so you and your baby get the swing of things first.

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Colostrum Is Milk

Colostrum is Milk. If you’re a new mom and someone says “ wait until your milk comes in”. Re-assure them that your milk is in fact in. You’ve been producing colostrum since you were about 20 weeks pregnant

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Relactation: How to get your Milk Supply back after Stopping

For a variety of reasons, sometimes mamas lose their milk supply before they’re ready to. Sometimes, babies have to spend time in the NICU after birth.

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What To Do If You’re Making Too Much Breast Milk

It’s World Breastfeeding Week (August 1 - 7) and the entire month of August is Breastfeeding Month. For the month of August we’ll be sharing everything you need to know and that’s never mentioned about breastfeeding and breastmilk.

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What To Do If You’re Making Too Much Breast Milk

We’ve all heard of women not being able to produce enough breast milk, but did you know that an oversupply of breastmilk is just as common?

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