What does one do with a screaming, teething baby? We buy them all the must have items to help get them through this phase.

I had zero idk WTF a flange was when I had Maverick. The only reason I found this out was because I took Maverick to a tongue tie appt and they measured me to make sure everything was fitting properly. My tits were literally being swallowed by my pump when pumping and I thought it was… normal? Lol. NO ONE TELLS YOU IT’S NOT! 

Q: Tell us who you are and what’s your background?

A: My name is Jennifer L., and I am a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree. I also hold the certifications CLC (Certified Lactation Counselor) and IBCLC (International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant). I have been employed in the childbirth area of a 500-bed hospital for more than 30 years. Most of that time has been spent in the clinical setting, working with mothers at the bedside as a nurse, which includes providing extensive early breastfeeding support. Currently, I teach prenatal classes on breastfeeding and infant care for soon-to-be parents, and I contact new mothers to support them during their first week at home after delivery. I love being able to encourage mothers as they navigate infant care, self-care, and breastfeeding.

The thing no one tells you about having a baby is the fourth trimester. When you’ve had baby, and are trying to figure out your new life and new sense of self.

Nara Baby: THE BEST APP POST BABY WHEN YOU’RE FIGURING IT THE FUCK OUT!! It’s essentially a daily log for whatever you’d like to keep track of. Sleep, wet/poopy diapers, Breastfeeding (right and left boob timers!!)

Nara Baby: THE BEST APP POST BABY WHEN YOU’RE FIGURING IT THE FUCK OUT!! It’s essentially a daily log for whatever you’d like to keep track of. Sleep, wet/poopy diapers, Breastfeeding (right and left boob timers!!), Bottle feeding ounces, Pumping (right and left boob timers and ounces!!) It will also show you a color-coded layout of daily tracking of those items you ch

Ok so the day is here where you’re trying to figure out how TF to pump, travel and store your milk safely until you’re home. Below are some tips and tricks that I learned from my first time traveling while I was 5 months postpartum.

Meal Delivery Service: Hello Fresh, Blue Apron, local meal prep places

I just want to start off by saying this – it’s easier said than done!

I read something the other day that said this: “Maternity leave is the most busy-board, happy-sad, you’ll ever be. While also the most tired you’ve ever been.

Let me tell you first hand – this was something that was SO mentally consuming and heavy on my heart for multiple reasons. It was a literal mind fuck.

My Breast Friend Breastfeeding Pillow: fits comfortably around your body with back support and is a flat surface for baby to lay on. Linked Here: https://a.co/d/cEWlQ9r

Frida Mom Postpartum Recovery Kit: HANDS DOWN THEEE BEST GIFT TO YOURSELF OR ANOTHER MOM TO BE!! The kit includes cooling pads, healing foam and cooling wipes for your vaj.

The key to packing your hospital bag is to have the essentials and have it packed 4-6 weeks prior. Don’t wait until the last minute as you’ll be running around like crazy when it’s time to leave and in case you have to deliver early you want your bag easily accessible.