August is coming, and that means that it is time to gear up for World Breastfeeding Week! This is the perfect time to joinThe Boobment, share our stories, and support each other in this incredible journey of motherhood. Whether you're expecting a baby, a new mom, or have been breastfeeding for a while, this week is all about you and ensuring you have the support you need. Let’s dive into this years World Breastfeeding Week's theme...
Got sore nipples? Are your nipples in pain from breastfeeding? Welcome to our nipple care breastfeeding guide. Breastfeeding is beautiful, magical, and natural. But dang. Sore nipples when breastfeeding is no joke! We’ll be honest, the beginning of your breastfeeding journey can be...
Ever wondered about breast changes after breastfeeding? Or whether you’ll have smaller breasts after breastfeeding? Or asked yourself, do nipples go back to normal after breastfeeding? Mama, we hear you! Breastfeeding is just one of the...
As we enter 2024, there is some extra baggage that we’re leaving behind in 2023. It’s not just another year. It’s an opportunity to embrace support, make choices with confidence that serve your needs, and find joy around us. Motherhood is certainly unique to every one of us. And we believe that...
Are you returning to work from maternity leave? This is for you. If you’ve been on maternity leave with your precious new baby, and the time has come to start thinking about returning to work, you might be feeling a lot of mixed emotions. On the one hand, you’re...
We already know that the postpartum journey is a rollercoaster of emotions and changes. You’re incredible body has just created and birthed an adorable, tiny little person, and you should be so proud of yourself mama. But after birth comes a new life and, in some ways, a new you. The postpartum body changes are different for every woman, and body changes after childbirth can be...
Ever wonder what causes breast cancer? Or how can you prevent breast cancer? Breast cancer is a diagnosis that sadly about 240,000 women in the US receive each year. It’s a disease that affects you physically and emotionally, as well as those around you who love you. And if you’ve been recently diagnosed with breast cancer, or you’re supporting someone you love who has received a diagnosis, then we’re so sorry mama, and we’re so proud of how strong you are being. Two of the big questions a lot of women ask...
We know that breastfeeding is an incredible and natural thing for both mama and baby. But that doesn’t mean it doesn’t come with its fair share of breastfeeding struggles. From the correct latch and cluster feeding to wondering if your baby’s getting enough milk to pumping, breastfeeding is a wild ride and doesn’t come easily for everyone. That’s where lactation consultants come in.
Are you in need of breastfeeding positions to feed your baby? We've got you! First off, congrats on your gorgeous new baby, mama! Now your little munchkin is here, you might be keen to get started on your amazing breastfeeding journey. There are so many incredible benefits of breastfeeding. But, how do you know which breastfeeding position will work? And what...
Are you breastfeeding? Ever wonder how much water should I drink while breastfeeding? You may already know that a typical adult requires 8 glasses of water a day. However, what if you are a breastfeeding mom? How much water should you be drinking to meet your and your baby's needs? Did you know that...
Since homo sapiens evolved some six million years ago, mothers have been breastfeeding their babies and infants… and probably dealing with the same struggles and challenges we deal with today! The history of breastfeeding has been shaped by different cultures, laws, societal norms, and differing opinions, and it’s pretty darn fascinating. It does make you wonder though...
Have you ever wondered why there is a whole month dedicated to breastfeeding awareness? Well, breastfeeding can be incredibly hard - we know this firsthand. And it is not talked about nearly enough. This also means that breastfeeding is not celebrated enough either. Over 300,000 people give birth each day and it's shocking to...
