The Milk Express

Incorporating formula with breast milk can help supplement a mother's milk supply and even potentially extend her breastfeeding journey. There are a few ways to add formula to a baby's diet while continuing to provide breast milk. Read on to find out how we suggest doing it!

Combining breastfeeding and pumping can be a great way for nursing mamas to provide adequate breast milk to their babies. Combining both methods allows moms to breastfeed when possible, and use pumped milk for feedings when they're away from their baby. Read on for our tips about combining breastfeeding and pumping!

Breast milk jewelry is an unconventional way for breastfeeding moms to capture the special bond between them and their baby and to turn it into a keepsake. Do you want to turn breast milk into jewelry? Read on for all the info on these symbolic tokens! 

Many people consider breastfeeding to be second nature, and for some lucky mamas it is, but for a vast majority, a little help is needed from time to time. Lactation consultants are healthcare professionals who specialize in supporting and assisting breastfeeding mothers and their babies. They can play a crucial role in how long and effectively a mother breastfeeds. Read on to find out why you should see a lactation consultant.

With increased awareness of the benefits of breast milk, and a recent formula shortage, more parents have started to look into breast milk donations as a way to feed their little ones. Learn the 3 easy steps about how mamas with surplus can donate and how others can receive that precious liquid gold for our tiniest members of society.

Can you mix warm breast milk with cold? This is what often happens when you store milk via the "Pitcher Method." What does the AAP and CDC say regarding this? Is this the right storage method for you?  Read on as we break down the pros and cons of the pitcher method.

Drinking enough water daily is important to maintain healthy bodily function for everyone. What about when your breast milk is supposed to be keeping your baby hydrated? Should you increase your water intake and if so, by how much?  

A quick guide on the anatomy of breastfeeding and when breast milk production begins in your body.