Expecting Moms

Congratulations!   Pregnancy is an exciting time and the start of the incredible journey of motherhood.  If you are thinking about breastfeeding, or are not sure, you’ve come to the right place . . . sometimes the amount of information available can be overwhelming, so we have created an easy, manageable guide to get you inspired, prepared and empowered™ .  This is the time to learn about what is best for you, Babe, and how to prepare for your new babe!

I want to breastfeed!   Where do I start? Overwhelmed by all the info?  We’ve boiled it down to just 3  easy things every mom should do to prepare for breastfeeding.  If you’re type A and want to get to the chase, or want to keep it simple, just read this page.

Top FAQs from Moms:  Will I make enough milk?  Will it hurt?  How long should I breastfeed?  How do I know my baby is getting enough?  Will my boobs sag?  (Coming Soon)

Help!  I don’t want to breastfeed! Not sure if breastfeeding is right for you?  Don’t worry!  This guide will walk you through the decision-making process, and let you know about valuable resources if you can’t or decide not to breastfeed.

Don’t Miss Your New Family’s Magical Hour -whether you go on to breastfeed, or not! You and your baby will reap lasting emotional and physical benefits by savoring uninterrupted skin-to-skin time for an hour (or two) immediately following  birth.  All healthy babies and mothers exhibit distinctive and instinctive bonding behaviors after birth that provides your baby with a vital transition time from birth to belly to breast and a blueprint of security, warmth, comfort and nourishment.  Having this experience boosts mom’s (and any onlooker’s!)  confidence about having what it takes to do the job, and begins a deep bond between mother and child that creates more confident moms at one year, and babies who are better able to self-regulate.

Ultimate Breastfeeding Preparation Checklist A month-by-month guide to getting prepared for breastfeeding.

Get Your Best Game On, Girlfriend: A must-read (and short) game plan for getting breastfeeding off to the best start!

Assemble Your A-Team: How to find a great Ob/Gyn or Birth Provider, Hospital or Maternity Center, and Pediatrician

Resources: Know where to get help BEFORE you give birth.  Your guide to best websites & blogs, local support groups, and lactation specialists.

The Learning Curve of Breastfeeding: What to expect when breastfeeding, and how to get through the first 4-6 weeks.

Beat the Breastfeeding Booby Traps: How to recognize and avoid common pitfalls and barriers

Want to continue nursing when you go back to work?    Find out how to ensure your employer accommodations are in place now, how pumping at work helps you, your baby and your boss, and what the latest policy changes are.  Our Ultimate Guide to Breastfeeding and Going Back to Work covers all the basics and lets you know where to get more help, in an easy, clear overview.