Exercise During Pregnancy When you’re pregnant, it may seem like the perfect time to take it easy — sit back, relax, and put your feet up, whether or not they are swelling. If you’re dealing with morning sickness, all the more reason to take it easy. But it doesn’t mean that you can’t exercise during …
How to Store Breast Milk You might be a working mom, or you could have a partner who would like to help out with feedings. Maybe you have two or three kids and a husband to look after. Or, perhaps it’s just nice to have a little break every once in a while. Whatever your …
When you become pregnant, there are a lot of different decisions you and your partner have to make. Where will I give birth? What doctor should I go with? Should I find out the baby’s gender? What names do I like? Should I breastfeed or bottle-feed my baby? If you’ve landed on this website, you’re …
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With so many different kinds of breast pumps these days, you may not be sure about which one is right for you. Plus, you have a baby that you’re either preparing for or taking care of already. So, it’s not like you have all the time in the world to research breast pumps. But not …
Whether you’re feeding your baby formula or breast milk, they may spit up right afterward. But this is an issue that a lot of infants deal with. When a child is firstborn, their stomach is only about as big as a small marble. As your child continues to grow and develop, this issue should resolve …
Here at The Breastfeeding Shop, we are big fans of the Spectra brand and their terrific breast pumps. These comfortable, quiet breast pumps help breast-pumping moms — whether you pump exclusively every day or only every once and a while. But which Spectra pump is right for you? If you’re wondering how to get a …
Here at The Breastfeeding Shop, we understand and appreciate the sacrifice that military moms make. You may be sacrificing your own time at home. Or, you might be giving up time with your spouse or child. We thank you for this sacrifice, and we thank you for the opportunity to serve you as a Tricare …
What’s the Easiest Way to Get an Aetna Pump? Here at The Breastfeeding Shop, we understand that breast pumps can be expensive. And children are expensive. As you prepare for your baby’s arrival, you may be shopping for baby books, clothes, diapers, toys, carriers, etc. This all starts to add up pretty quickly, and you …
If you just had your baby, it may have been a while since you got to sit back and relax with a nice glass of wine. So, you may have some questions about wine and breastfeeding. For example, you might be thinking, “How can I enjoy a glass of wine while breastfeeding?” Is this a safe thing …
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If you’re an expecting mom and dad, you probably have a lot to do on your baby checklist. You may be painting the baby’s room or babyproofing your home. Or, you might be shopping around for baby essentials, like baby shampoo, clothing, caps, and toys. It’s probably not the first item on your list. But …
