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Welcome to the Kindred Bravely Journal, a space created by moms, for moms. Here, we share real stories, expert guidance, and thoughtful tips to help you feel more supported, more informed, and more like yourself through every stage of motherhood.

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Kindred Bravely

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Guest post by Jessie Wiener

Generosity is a core value of our company. In our quest to bolster women, we give to many incredible women’s health organizations. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to...

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Guest post by Jessie Wiener

Generosity is a core value of our company. In our quest to bolster women, we give to many incredible women’s health organizations. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to share a little about one of the organizations we give...

30 Things Moms Wish They Had Known About Labor and Delivery | Kindred Bravely

30 Things Moms Wish They Had Known About Labor and Delivery

Guest post by Jessie Wiener

As we thought about our own birth stories, we realized that there were a lot of things we wish we had known on those journeys to meet our babies. We decided...

30 Things Moms Wish They Had Known About Labor and Delivery

Guest post by Jessie Wiener

As we thought about our own birth stories, we realized that there were a lot of things we wish we had known on those journeys to meet our babies. We decided to ask our Facebook page followers about their experiences and what they wish they...

From Medicine to Motherhood: A Black Doctor's Breastfeeding Experience | Kindred Bravely

From Medicine to Motherhood: A Black Doctor's Breastfeeding Experience

Guest post by Dr. Kameelah Gateau

My breastfeeding journey started 30 years before I became a mother when my mother, a Registered Nurse and lactation specialist, would tirelessly alternate breastfeeding my younger twin brothers. As a toddler,...

From Medicine to Motherhood: A Black Doctor's Breastfeeding Experience

Guest post by Dr. Kameelah Gateau

My breastfeeding journey started 30 years before I became a mother when my mother, a Registered Nurse and lactation specialist, would tirelessly alternate breastfeeding my younger twin brothers. As a toddler, I had no idea the historical context and significance this...

Black Breastfeeding Week | Kindred Bravely

Black Breastfeeding Week

Guest post by Ashley Green

In 2011, the United States Breastfeeding Committee established August as National Breastfeeding Month to celebrate breastfeeding and address its unique challenges. In 2014, Kimberly Seals Allers, Kiddada Green, and Anayah Sangodele-Ayoka founded...

Black Breastfeeding Week

Guest post by Ashley Green

In 2011, the United States Breastfeeding Committee established August as National Breastfeeding Month to celebrate breastfeeding and address its unique challenges. In 2014, Kimberly Seals Allers, Kiddada Green, and Anayah Sangodele-Ayoka founded Black Breastfeeding Week, which takes place during the last week...

World Breastfeeding Week - Our 8 Favorite Ways to Celebrate Liquid Gold | Kindred Bravely

World Breastfeeding Week - Our 8 Favorite Ways to Celebrate Liquid Gold

Every year from August 1 to August 7, people around the globe celebrate World Breastfeeding Week (WBW). Coordinated by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA), this annual campaign raises awareness about...

World Breastfeeding Week - Our 8 Favorite Ways to Celebrate Liquid Gold

Every year from August 1 to August 7, people around the globe celebrate World Breastfeeding Week (WBW). Coordinated by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA), this annual campaign raises awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding and works to support breastfeeding people...

11 Amazing Baby Shower <br> Games and Activities | Kindred Bravely

11 Amazing Baby Shower Games and Activities

Guest post by Claire Silveira

A baby shower can be one of the most memorable pregnancy milestones. New-parent nerves (whether it’s the first, second, or fifth child) are usually in high gear—and for many, a...

11 Amazing Baby Shower Games and Activities

Guest post by Claire Silveira

A baby shower can be one of the most memorable pregnancy milestones. New-parent nerves (whether it’s the first, second, or fifth child) are usually in high gear—and for many, a party can be just the thing to help encourage, prepare,...

20 Terrific Baby Shower Gifts | Kindred Bravely

20 Terrific Baby Shower Gifts

Guest post by Lauren Miller

When there are so many baby "essentials" to choose from, how can expectant parents determine what they really need? What should they put on their baby registry? And how can friends and...

20 Terrific Baby Shower Gifts

Guest post by Lauren Miller

When there are so many baby "essentials" to choose from, how can expectant parents determine what they really need? What should they put on their baby registry? And how can friends and family members know which baby gifts will truly be practical...

A Summer Bucket List: <br> 20 Fun Activities for Your Family | Kindred Bravely

A Summer Bucket List: 20 Fun Activities for Your Family

Guest post by Gabrielle Mowry

School’s out for summer! If you’re like me, you’re excited to have family time but maybe also a bit nervous about keeping your kids entertained while they’re off. A few years...

A Summer Bucket List: 20 Fun Activities for Your Family

Guest post by Gabrielle Mowry

School’s out for summer! If you’re like me, you’re excited to have family time but maybe also a bit nervous about keeping your kids entertained while they’re off. A few years ago, my family started a fun tradition that has been...

My Weekend Getaway Packing List <br> for the Nursing Mom | Kindred Bravely

My Weekend Getaway Packing List for the Nursing Mom

Guest post by Stephanie Gosnell

The past year has been interesting, to say the least, and if you’re like me, you need a vacation! What better place to rest and relax than the beach? As a...

My Weekend Getaway Packing List for the Nursing Mom

Guest post by Stephanie Gosnell

The past year has been interesting, to say the least, and if you’re like me, you need a vacation! What better place to rest and relax than the beach? As a breastfeeding mom, I have a lot to prepare for a...

Happy Father's Day! | Kindred Bravely

Happy Father's Day!

By Deeanne Akerson

Since Kindred Bravely is a company devoted to pregnant and breastfeeding women, we spend most of our time talking about the incredible things moms do for their babies. Today, I...

Happy Father's Day!

By Deeanne Akerson

Since Kindred Bravely is a company devoted to pregnant and breastfeeding women, we spend most of our time talking about the incredible things moms do for their babies. Today, I want to take a moment to talk about dads.

Our Top 5 Summer Styles for <br> Pregnant and Nursing Moms | Kindred Bravely

Our Top 5 Summer Styles for Pregnant and Nursing Moms

Guest post by Pratyasha Nath and Jessie Wiener

Summer is just around the corner - a perfect time for the beach, family vacations, and get-togethers with friends you may not have seen in a while. As moms, we...

Our Top 5 Summer Styles for Pregnant and Nursing Moms

Guest post by Pratyasha Nath and Jessie Wiener

Summer is just around the corner - a perfect time for the beach, family vacations, and get-togethers with friends you may not have seen in a while. As moms, we know how important it is to have nursing and maternity...

Father’s Day Activities for <br> New (and Expectant!) Dads | Kindred Bravely

Father’s Day Activities for New (and Expectant!) Dads

Celebrating a first Father’s Day is an opportunity to reconnect with your partner and celebrate them for embarking on this parenthood journey with you. Father’s Day can also be a time to...

Father’s Day Activities for New (and Expectant!) Dads

Celebrating a first Father’s Day is an opportunity to reconnect with your partner and celebrate them for embarking on this parenthood journey with you. Father’s Day can also be a time to acknowledge any men in your life supporting your transition into motherhood,...