The Journal

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.

10 Tips for Using Your Wearable Breast Pump

10 Tips for Using Your Wearable Breast Pump

For busy moms, a wearable breast pump can be a total game-changer. It gives you the flexibility to pump while juggling your day-to-day tasks. But like anything new, there’s a...

10 Tips for Using Your Wearable Breast Pump

For busy moms, a wearable breast pump can be a total game-changer. It gives you the flexibility to pump while juggling your day-to-day tasks. But like anything new, there’s a learning curve. These tips will help you make the most...

Is it Safe to Wear Maternity Shapewear While Pregnant? | Kindred Bravely

Is it Safe to Wear Maternity Shapewear While Pregnant?

Shapewear is a popular foundation garment that creates a sleek, smooth silhouette underneath whatever you’re wearing. Many people consider it a wardrobe essential for when they want to look their...

Is it Safe to Wear Maternity Shapewear While Pregnant?

Shapewear is a popular foundation garment that creates a sleek, smooth silhouette underneath whatever you’re wearing. Many people consider it a wardrobe essential for when they want to look their very best and feel confident in tight-fitting garments.

33 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know | Kindred Bravely

33 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 33 weeks pregnant, you’re in the middle of your third trimester and in your eighth month of pregnancy. As your due date approaches, you may become more familiar with...

33 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 33 weeks pregnant, you’re in the middle of your third trimester and in your eighth month of pregnancy. As your due date approaches, you may become more familiar with pregnancy symptoms like leg cramps, shortness of breath, and Braxton...

29 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know | Kindred Bravely

29 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to week 29 of pregnancy! Only about two months left to go until you meet your baby. Your growing uterus is putting pressure on some important organs, so you...

29 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

Welcome to week 29 of pregnancy! Only about two months left to go until you meet your baby. Your growing uterus is putting pressure on some important organs, so you might be feeling a lot of late-pregnancy symptoms like leg...

10 Tips for Summer Pregnancy Style: What to Wear to Stay Cool | Kindred Bravely

10 Tips for Summer Pregnancy Style: What to Wear to Stay Cool

Pregnancy during the spring and summer months can be rough, with high temperatures heightening the physical demands of carrying a baby (and let’s not forget pregnancy hot flashes). But with...

10 Tips for Summer Pregnancy Style: What to Wear to Stay Cool

Pregnancy during the spring and summer months can be rough, with high temperatures heightening the physical demands of carrying a baby (and let’s not forget pregnancy hot flashes). But with a few smart wardrobe choices, you can stay cool, comfortable,...

7 Best Nursing Bras for Large Breasts 2023 | Kindred Bravely

7 Best Nursing Bras for Large Breasts 2024

We’re here to guide you through choosing the best nursing bras for large breasts. Whether you’re used to big boobs or are new to the world of busty sizing thanks...

7 Best Nursing Bras for Large Breasts 2024

We’re here to guide you through choosing the best nursing bras for large breasts. Whether you’re used to big boobs or are new to the world of busty sizing thanks to pregnancy hormones and breastfeeding, this blog will cover the...

Tips for Cold Weather Maternity Outfits: Staying Cozy and Cute This Fall

Tips for Cold Weather Maternity Outfits: Staying Cozy and Cute This Fall

As the days grow shorter and the weather cools, it’s time to transition your wardrobe for the season. But for pregnant women, staying warm, comfortable, and on trend can be...

Tips for Cold Weather Maternity Outfits: Staying Cozy and Cute This Fall

As the days grow shorter and the weather cools, it’s time to transition your wardrobe for the season. But for pregnant women, staying warm, comfortable, and on trend can be challenging. Your body is changing, your temperature is fluctuating, and...

Breastfeeding with Implants: What Every Mom Should Know

Breastfeeding with Implants: What Every Mom Should Know

Breastfeeding is a beautiful journey, but it can also come with many questions—especially if you’ve had breast augmentation. If you're a mom who has implants—whether they're saline implants or silicone...

Breastfeeding with Implants: What Every Mom Should Know

Breastfeeding is a beautiful journey, but it can also come with many questions—especially if you’ve had breast augmentation. If you're a mom who has implants—whether they're saline implants or silicone implants—and are wondering if it will affect your ability to...

How to Prevent and Treat Clogged Milk Ducts and Mastitis | Kindred Bravely

How to Prevent and Treat Clogged Milk Ducts and Mastitis

Guest post by Shantel Harlin, BSN, RN, IBCLC

Many women experience clogged milk ducts at some point in their breastfeeding journey. If addressed quickly, a clogged duct can be resolved relatively easily without medical intervention. However, some clogged...

How to Prevent and Treat Clogged Milk Ducts and Mastitis

Guest post by Shantel Harlin, BSN, RN, IBCLC

Many women experience clogged milk ducts at some point in their breastfeeding journey. If addressed quickly, a clogged duct can be resolved relatively easily without medical intervention. However, some clogged ducts can turn into mastitis. In this piece, I’ll explain...

Empowering Breastfeeding Families: Our Partnership with The Lactation Network | Kindred Bravely

Empowering Breastfeeding Families: Our Partnership with The Lactation Network

We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with The Lactation Network (TLN), the nation's largest provider of insurance-covered lactation care. This exciting collaboration combines our award-winning nursing and pumping bras with TLN’s unparalleled lactation expertise...

Empowering Breastfeeding Families: Our Partnership with The Lactation Network

We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with The Lactation Network (TLN), the nation's largest provider of insurance-covered lactation care. This exciting collaboration combines our award-winning nursing and pumping bras with TLN’s unparalleled lactation expertise - providing even more support and empowerment to moms on...

What to Know About Breastfeeding in Public | Kindred Bravely

What to Know About Breastfeeding in Public

Breastfeeding is an incredible way to nourish your baby, but the idea of pumping at work or nursing in public can be intimidating for some new moms. Knowing your rights can help...

What to Know About Breastfeeding in Public

Breastfeeding is an incredible way to nourish your baby, but the idea of pumping at work or nursing in public can be intimidating for some new moms. Knowing your rights can help you feel confident and comfortable nursing your baby or pumping...

5 Tips for Breastfeeding with Large Breasts | Kindred Bravely

5 Tips for Breastfeeding with Large Breasts

Breastfeeding can be a beautiful journey, but it can also come with unique challenges for moms with larger breasts. Whether you're Busty or Super Busty, it’s essential to find ways...

5 Tips for Breastfeeding with Large Breasts

Breastfeeding can be a beautiful journey, but it can also come with unique challenges for moms with larger breasts. Whether you're Busty or Super Busty, it’s essential to find ways to make your breastfeeding experience as comfortable and successful as...