The Milk Express

For National Working Motherhood Week, Lara Vu, founder of Mila's Keeper writes to working moms about the missing piece of pumping at work: storing your milk, and knowing your PUMP Act rights.  

Celebrate Latina/x Breastfeeding Week by exploring the workplace, cultural, and community support Latina mothers need to continue breastfeeding with confidence. Learn how better policies, representation, and practical support can make a real difference.

As spring routines shift, breast milk storage needs can shift too. From warmer temperatures to more travel and daycare drop-offs, this blog shares practical tips to help parents keep milk safe, organized, and ready for real life.

Traveling for work while pumping breast milk can be difficult. Learn how the PUMP Act and BABES Enhancement Act support pumping parents and guide lactation-friendly travel policies.

When pumping is under-supported, the cost doesn’t disappear. It shifts. Parents absorb the impact through unpaid time, out-of-pocket expenses, mental load, and career tradeoffs. This article reframes pumping as essential infrastructure and examines what families really pay when systems fall short.

Whether you're at work, on a road trip, or simply out and about, having a reliable system for storing breast milk without a fridge is going to be a top priority.  

Paid parental leave is a game-changer for new families, providing the time and support needed to bond, heal, and adapt to life with a baby. In this post, we’ll go over why paid leave matters, explore the differences between paid and unpaid options, and share practical tips for navigating the process.

Breastfeeding and pumping can be emotionally challenging, impacting mental health in unexpected ways. This guide offers practical self-care tips and strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and guilt, while reminding moms that taking care of themselves is just as important as nourishing their baby.

Affordable child care is a must for working families, but finding it can be tough. With rising costs and fewer spots available, parents are feeling the pressure. In this post, we’ll break down why affordable care is so important and share tips for finding options that won’t break the bank.