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Prenatal

Your body starts preparing to breastfeed from the moment you are expecting. Learn about some of the changes you can anticipate, how to start important breastfeeding conversations with your healthcare provider, and what breast pump is best for you.

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Tips from an LC: The Lactation Video Everyone Should Watch, Pre-Birth!

Some women have a higher chances of risk factors that may delay their breast milk coming in - In ...

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7 Questions to Ask Your Birth Team About Breastfeeding a Newborn

Beginning breastfeeding as soon as possible after birth - and having plenty of skin to skin ...

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Tandem Nursing and Extended Breastfeeding

Many moms opt to continue providing breast milk for their older baby into toddlerhood, through ...

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The Pros and Cons of Home Birth VS Hospital Birth

Wondering if a home birth or a hospital birth is the best option for your labor and delivery? We ...

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Your 20 Week Ultrasound: Here's What to Know

Your 20 week ultrasound often gives you a detailed look at exactly how your baby is developing ...

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Breastfeeding Risk Factors to Consider Before Birth

While there are many unique breastfeeding risk factors that may hinder the breast milk feeding ...

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The 8 Best Breast Pump Accessories to Make Your Experience Easier

Though pumping is often a learned skill, getting into a breast milk feeding rhythm soon becomes ...

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Labor and Delivery Questions to Ask Your Care Providers

Here are some questions to ask your care providers in advance of your delivery, so you can get ...

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How Does Maternity Leave Work? Understanding Your Rights and Protections

The answers around parental leave, including employee protections and rights, aren't always ...

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5 Must-Have Products for Your Second Trimester

However you plan to spend your second trimester, there are a few must-haves that you should ...

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The Ins and Outs of Pregnancy Supplements

While there are many different pregnancy supplements - teas, vitamins, herbal supplements, and ...

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5 Tips for Eating Healthy While Pregnant

Cravings getting the best of you? Here's what you should (and shouldn't!) be eating while ...

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3 Healthy Freezer Meals for New Moms to Prep Ahead of Time

A few easy meals require just a couple of hours and can go a long way after your baby arrives. ...

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5 Gender Reveal Party Ideas to Celebrate Your Baby

If you choose to have a gender reveal party, we have some ideas to make your exciting ...

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4 Important Things to Do Before Maternity Leave

Tackling your list of to-dos before maternity leave step by step can help you check those items ...

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Breast Changes During Pregnancy: When and How It Happens

Your body and hormones begin changing early in your pregnancy, and your breasts may even be one ...

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The Ultimate Glossary for Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Healthcare Terminology

Need a little help navigating important conversations with your care providers about your ...

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Morning Sickness Remedies, Tips, and Tricks to Ease Your Nausea

If morning sickness has you down, try these tips and tricks to help ease your nausea. Most ...

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Baby Announcement Ideas for Family and Loved Ones

Seeking inspiration for your upcoming baby announcement and not sure where to start? Look no ...

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The First Prenatal Appointment: What to Expect

Curious what to expect - and what conversations to have - at your first prenatal appointment? ...

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The Science Behind Pumping to Induce Labor

Does pumping to induce labor actually work? Here are the facts.

Variety of Medela Breast Pumps: Sonata, Freestyle, and Harmony

Breast Pump Comparison: Which Medela is for You?

It can be hard to decide which breast pump may be the best fit for you and your breastfeeding ...

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The Best Breast Pump Options for Every Mom

Get tips here on choosing the right breast pump for your lifestyle, goals, and needs!

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What To Know About Preeclampsia

1 in 12 expecting moms are diagnosed with preeclampsia. Learn what it is, symptoms, risk ...

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Create Your Home Nursing Room

For many moms, the moments spent breastfeeding are the most incredible. So, why not create a ...

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Setting Realistic And Positive Breastfeeding Goals

Here are some important steps in setting realistic breastfeeding goals that will encourage you ...

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Gift Guide: The Best Gifts for Nursing Moms

Whether you’re a breastfeeding or expecting mom yourself, or you’re shopping for one, these 14 ...

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Budgeting for Baby: The Cost of Breastfeeding

Wondering how the cost of breastfeeding compares to formula feeding from a financial ...

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How to Measure for Accurate Nursing Bra Sizing

Ensuring correct nursing bra sizing before buying is key for optimizing each bra’s design and ...

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5 Important Tips for Breastfeeding While Pregnant

If you’re expecting again or planning another pregnancy and want to continue breastfeeding, you ...

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Using FSA, HSA & HRA to Buy Breastfeeding Products

Understanding what's eligible for medical savings accounts - including FSA eligible ...

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Vaccines And Breastfeeding: What Moms Should Know

Conflicting vaccine information online can be distressing to new parents. Here's some helpful ...

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The Best Baby Registry for Breastfeeding Moms

It’s impossible to be 100% ready for a new baby – and that’s okay. One major item to check off ...

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5 Best Maternity Clothes to Buy

There are more options for maternity and nursing apparel than ever before. Find some tips and ...

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What Breast Milk is Made of: Liquid Gold Science

What is breast milk made of, and what sets it apart? Find the answers here.

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Breastfeeding After Implants or Reduction Surgery

If you’ve had or are considering breast augmentation or reduction surgery and want to ...

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Breastfeeding Resources: Tools You Can Use

Medela offers a variety of resources to support the breastfeeding mom!

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How Does Breastfeeding Work?

Breastfeeding is an amazing, beautiful process. Learn more here!

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5 Breastfeeding Benefits for Mom

Breastfeeding has amazing benefits for your baby – and you!

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Gifts for Breastfeeding Moms to Make Life Easier

Great gift ideas for breastfeeding moms in your life, or for yourself!

Breastfeeding Plan: Why You Need One & How To Create One

Why having a breastfeeding plan can help prevent the questions and uncertainty that sometimes ...

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What I Wish I Knew Before I Started Breastfeeding

There's a lot to learn about breastfeeding, and many new moms find out there’s much they don’t ...

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6 Common Breastfeeding Myths, Busted

Pregnancy and child birth is surrounded by old-wives’ tales and myths passed down through ...

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How To Select A Primary Care Provider & Create A Birth Plan

You can’t predict exactly how your labor and birth will go, but you can set yourself up for ...

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15 Hospital Bag Must-Haves

The closer you get to your due date, the more important it is to pack a hospital bag to make ...

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4 Unexpected Physical Effects of Pregnancy On Your Body

Pregnancy is beautiful – but you may go through some unexpected (but normal) physical changes. ...

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How to Make the Most of Nursing After a C-Section

Here’s how you can ensure a healthy breastfeeding routine, whether your C-section was planned or ...

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The 19 Most Surprising Things About Breastfeeding

Real moms share what surprised them most on their breastfeeding journey.

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How to Prepare for Breastfeeding While Expecting

Ways to prepare if you’re pregnant and planning to breastfeed

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