Pumping

Frequent pumping boosts milk supply through the supply-demand principle. Emptying breasts every 2 hours raises prolactin levels and prevents production-inhibiting factors, effectively telling your ...

Breast milk storage times: 4 hours at room temp, 4 days in fridge, 6 months in freezer. Always label with date, store in small portions, and never microwave. Thawed milk is good for 24 hours in the...

Mastitis can temporarily decrease milk supply by blocking milk ducts and causing inflammation. However, with prompt treatment—such as frequent breastfeeding or pumping, warm compresses, and antibio...

You can mix breast milk from different days, but both batches must be stored and handled properly. Ensure they are at the same temperature before mixing, and avoid mixing fresh milk with thawed mil...

Breast milk comes in a range of colors, from white and creamy to golden yellow, sometimes with subtle blue, green, or pink tones. These variations are typical and indicate the ongoing adjustments o...

When you have a constant supply of breastmilk, it becomes easier to meet the recommendation of the AAP of breastfeeding your baby for at least a year. Want to know how to pump, store, and maintain ...

This guide includes everything you need to know to safely store milk while traveling and how to carry milk by plane, truck, or courier. This way, you’ll always have the peace of mind that comes wit...

It’s time for that age-old question again: breastfeeding or formula-feeding?Well, you probably already know the option that you’ll be going for. However, when it comes to stocking up on newborn...

If you are like many new moms, you are probably having a hard time integrating breast pumping into your already hectic life with a newborn. There's so much to learn between preparation, pumping, st...