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FSA, HSA, & HRA: Insurance Coverage for Breastfeeding Supplies

FSA, HSA, & HRA: Insurance Coverage for Breastfeeding Supplies

Becoming a new parent can be expensive. The cost of diapers, baby clothes, and supplies for breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and pumping add up, which can make the transition to parenthood...

FSA, HSA, & HRA: Insurance Coverage for Breastfeeding Supplies

Becoming a new parent can be expensive. The cost of diapers, baby clothes, and supplies for breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and pumping add up, which can make the transition to parenthood even more challenging. Fortunately, some of these costs may be covered...

3 Best Maternity Sports Bras 2023

3 Best Maternity Sports Bras 2023

If you decide to maintain a certain level of activity during pregnancy, you may be asking yourself, “Do I need a maternity sports bra?” The answer is probably yes! Upgrading...

3 Best Maternity Sports Bras 2023

If you decide to maintain a certain level of activity during pregnancy, you may be asking yourself, “Do I need a maternity sports bra?” The answer is probably yes! Upgrading to a maternity sports bra that will make you feel...

Breast Milk Color and How it Changes

Breast Milk Color and How it Changes

By Deeanne Akerson

You may already know that breast milk is the perfect food for babies, providing them with all of the vital nutrition they need. But did you know that breast milk...

Breast Milk Color and How it Changes

By Deeanne Akerson

You may already know that breast milk is the perfect food for babies, providing them with all of the vital nutrition they need. But did you know that breast milk can come in many different colors? Rest assured, most variations...

12 Things I Learned on My Exclusive Pumping Journey

12 Things I Learned on My Exclusive Pumping Journey

Guest post by Bethaney Kaye, Nurse Practitioner

After exclusively pumping for a little over 12 months, pediatric nurse practitioner Bethaney Kaye has learned many lessons, some hard-won. To commemorate those 12 months, she put together 12 bits of advice...

12 Things I Learned on My Exclusive Pumping Journey

Guest post by Bethaney Kaye, Nurse Practitioner

After exclusively pumping for a little over 12 months, pediatric nurse practitioner Bethaney Kaye has learned many lessons, some hard-won. To commemorate those 12 months, she put together 12 bits of advice to help you on your exclusive pumping journey.

20 Quick and Healthy Breastfeeding Snacks

20 Quick and Healthy Breastfeeding Snacks

Guest post by Erin Balsa

Every nursing or pumping mom knows the incredible hunger that comes with feeding a baby. Grazing on wholesome snacks throughout the day is a great way to satisfy your appetite....

20 Quick and Healthy Breastfeeding Snacks

Guest post by Erin Balsa

Every nursing or pumping mom knows the incredible hunger that comes with feeding a baby. Grazing on wholesome snacks throughout the day is a great way to satisfy your appetite. Eating a variety of nutritious whole foods will also help...

What to Wear to a Wedding When You’re Pregnant or Nursing

What to Wear to a Wedding When You’re Pregnant or Nursing

Wedding bells ring all year long for family, friends, and colleagues, so wedding invitations can arrive at any time—even when you’re pregnant or nursing. Special occasions allow you to reconnect...

What to Wear to a Wedding When You’re Pregnant or Nursing

Wedding bells ring all year long for family, friends, and colleagues, so wedding invitations can arrive at any time—even when you’re pregnant or nursing. Special occasions allow you to reconnect with loved ones and make memories, but it may feel...

Best Nursing Tops for Breastfeeding in 2023

Best Nursing Tops for Breastfeeding in 2023

When you’re on the hunt for stylish nursing tops or nursing T-shirts that you can wear every day, it’s important to look for features and designs that make nursing access quick...

Best Nursing Tops for Breastfeeding in 2023

When you’re on the hunt for stylish nursing tops or nursing T-shirts that you can wear every day, it’s important to look for features and designs that make nursing access quick and easy when it’s feeding time.

Working to Protect Our Planet <br> for Our Babies

Working to Protect Our Planet for Our Babies

Guest post by Pratyasha Nath and Jessie Wiener

At Kindred Bravely, we’re passionate about supporting moms when they need the most care and love, and we’re dedicated to helping nurture our planet for future generations. As a company,...

Working to Protect Our Planet for Our Babies

Guest post by Pratyasha Nath and Jessie Wiener

At Kindred Bravely, we’re passionate about supporting moms when they need the most care and love, and we’re dedicated to helping nurture our planet for future generations. As a company, we strive to make premium products with a focus on...

Best Nursing Sleep Bras 2023

Best Nursing Sleep Bras 2023

Caring for a bundle of joy is an experience like no other. It’s also more work than most everyone expects. Round-the-clock, on-demand nursing is great for your little one. But...

Best Nursing Sleep Bras 2023

Caring for a bundle of joy is an experience like no other. It’s also more work than most everyone expects. Round-the-clock, on-demand nursing is great for your little one. But just as with diaper changes, you get called on at...

Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Breast Milk by Plane or Car

Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Breast Milk by Plane or Car

Nursing and pumping while traveling can feel daunting. Some babies roll with changes to their routines; other babies get distracted, tired, or anxious and nurse more or less frequently than...

Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Breast Milk by Plane or Car

Nursing and pumping while traveling can feel daunting. Some babies roll with changes to their routines; other babies get distracted, tired, or anxious and nurse more or less frequently than usual. Whether you’re considering taking your breastfeeding baby on a...

Breast Milk Storage: Tips for Freezing and Refrigerating

Breast Milk Storage: Tips for Freezing and Refrigerating

Breast milk is one of the greatest gifts you can give your baby. That’s why you pump during your lunch break or in the middle of the night and why...

Breast Milk Storage: Tips for Freezing and Refrigerating

Breast milk is one of the greatest gifts you can give your baby. That’s why you pump during your lunch break or in the middle of the night and why you really do cry over spilled (or spoiled) milk. Since...

Is This Breast Milk Still Good?

Is This Breast Milk Still Good?

Guest post by Wendy Wisner, IBCLC

If you’re a pumping mom – whether you pump exclusively, while away from your little one, or for the occasional night out – you work hard for every last ounce you pump, which means you...

Is This Breast Milk Still Good?

Guest post by Wendy Wisner, IBCLC

If you’re a pumping mom – whether you pump exclusively, while away from your little one, or for the occasional night out – you work hard for every last ounce you pump, which means you probably cringe at spilling even a single drop of milk,...