7 Things to Try if You’re Struggling with Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is natural, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. It’s natural in the way walking is natural—humans are biologically designed to do it, but it takes some effort and practice…
What I Didn’t Know About Breastfeeding
I had my first baby when I was 23. Like many new moms today, I had almost no exposure to breastfeeding until I had my own baby and was trying…
Why I’m Still Nursing My Toddler
Editor's Note: World Breastfeeding Week is August 1-7 My toddler is two. She loves her sippy cup and all the regular family foods, and she is nursing around the clock.…
To the C-Section Mom with a Lot of Emotions
Editors Note: April is C-Section Awareness Month As a mom of three preemies born via C-section (the youngest of whom was born at 25 weeks), I want to preface this…
From One NICU Mom to Another
To the NICU mom—I see you. From the mom of a 33-weeker and a 25-weeker. Whether your baby was in the NICU for a few hours, a few days, or a few months—I see…
The Most Meaningless Advice We Give New Moms
“Just enjoy every moment. It goes so fast!” When I had my oldest, I heard this bit of well-meaning, yet meaningless, advice from everyone. I heard it in the line…
