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How to Combine Breastfeeding and Pumping
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!

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Everything You Need to Know About Breast Milk Jewelry | Mila’s Keeper
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!

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Can You Get a Tattoo While Breastfeeding?
Many new parents feel the urge to commemorate the birth of their children soon after their arrival. For many women, that's during a time when they're still breastfeeding their baby. Read on to find out if it's safe for them to get inked, or if they should wait.

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The Origins of Breastfeeding in African Culture
Breastfeeding has been a cultural norm in African societies for thousands of years, dating back to ancient/prehistoric times. Here, we explore the breastfeeding practices, old and new, within African culture.

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5 Places to Find Breastfeeding Support
Being transparent about the obstacles of breastfeeding and reaching out for assistance when necessary is crucial, as women who get support while nursing will breastfeed for a more extended period and with better results. It's essential that women know about the resources available for breastfeeding support, which is why we're discussing 5 places to find breastfeeding support.

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9 Reasons Why You Should Speak With A Lactation Consultant
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.

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13 Ways to Support Breastfeeding Moms and Parents
Breastfeeding can be such a rewarding experience, but also an overwhelming and isolating one at times. If you're looking for ways to support the breastfeeding mom or parent in your life, read on for 13 ways you can be of help.

5 Ways that Businesses Can Help the Mental Well-Being of Moms in the Workplace
I had the honor and pleasure of interviewing with Authority Magazine from Medium about my views on how businesses can better support the mental well-being of employees, specifically moms! I have a great passion in this space and hope to see more done for women in this space.

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Maternity Leave in the US as Compared to Other Countries
Maternity leave is important for supporting the health and well-being of new mothers and their families. Overall, the United States lags behind many other developed countries in terms of maternity leave policies, but by how much?Read on to see how the US stacks up against other countries and their maternity leave policies.

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