Holiday Survival Tips for New Moms If you’re spending this holiday season pregnant, freshly postpartum, or holding a baby who is only a few weeks old… you’re in a very specific kind of emotional pressure cooker. There’s joy.There’s magic.There’s wonder. And then there’s also:the hormones…the sleep deprivation…the pressure to attend…

How to Drop Nighttime Feeds the Baby Settler Way If you’ve ever whispered, “Will I ever sleep again?” at 3 a.m., you’re not alone. Nighttime feeds are completely normal in the beginning—but they don’t have to last forever. With the right foundation, your baby can sleep longer stretches naturally, without…

The Ultimate Guide to Protecting Your Milk Supply as Your Baby Sleeps Longer Stretches When your baby finally starts sleeping through the night, it can feel like a dream come true. But for breastfeeding moms, that longer stretch of sleep often brings new worries: Will my milk supply drop if…

The Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity Many Parents Don\'t Know About (Until It\'s Too Late) This blog post was sponsored by Cord Blood Registry (CBR). When You’ve Planned for Everything… Except This By the time you hit your third trimester, you’ve probably made hundreds of tiny decisions: What stroller to buy. Whether to…

Breastfeeding 101: Your Complete Guide to Building and Protecting Milk Supply There’s a moment every new mom remembers: your baby’s first perfect latch. Your heart soars—until reality sets in. In the quiet hours after you bring baby home, you realize breastfeeding isn’t always as intuitive as it looks. Suddenly, you’re…

Better Newborn Sleep Starts Before Birth: The Feeding–Sleep Connection Every Mom Should Know You’ve packed your hospital bag, built your registry, and scheduled your maternity photos.But if you want to set yourself—and your baby—up for the best sleep possible, there’s one more piece to add to your prenatal checklist: understanding…

Navigating Postpartum Emotions for New Moms: A Guide to the Rollercoaster Becoming a mom is one of the most life-changing experiences of your life. With a new baby in your arms, you might expect to feel nothing but joy—but the reality is often more complicated. Many new mothers describe this…

Labor & Delivery 101: What Every First-Time Mom Should Know (An Early-Momming Podcast Recap with Dr. Kate White) Why Labor Prep Matters Becoming a mom for the first time is exciting, overwhelming, and full of unknowns. When do you actually go to the hospital? Do you really need to rush…

The Newborn Vaccine Schedule: A Practical Guide for Informed Parents (Early-Momming Podcast Recap) TL;DR (For Type-A Moms on a Timer) This episode of the Early-Momming Podcast explores how to think through the newborn and early-infancy vaccine schedule—not to tell you what to do, but to help you ask better questions.…

Returning to Work as a New Mom: The Ultimate Guide to Pumping at Work Going back to work as a new mom can be tough. You are handling your job and taking care of your baby. Now, you need to find a way to keep breastfeeding or pumping while doing everything else. Don’t worry, many moms feel the same way. With some planning, you can continue breastfeeding or pumping successfully. If you\'re looking for more in-depth advice, be sure to check out our latest podcast episode. We dive deeper into real-world tips and strategies for new moms. In this blog, we’ll go over everything you need to know about pumping at work. This includes picking the right equipment to keeping your milk supply up. 1. Why Pumping at Work Is Important Breastfeeding is a special time for both you and your baby. But when you return to work, it doesn’t have to be the end of your breastfeeding journey. Pumping allows you to express breast milk while you\'re away from your baby. This ensures that you can continue to nourish your little one with breast milk even when you’re at the office. Pumping at work might seem like a lot, but with a good plan and the right gear, it can be easier than you think. By setting yourself up for success ahead of time, you can keep breastfeeding or pumping, and still do your job effectively. 2. Use a Hands-Free Pump (But Not Right Away) One of the most helpful tools for breastfeeding moms today is the hands-free pump. Models like Willow Go and Momcozy let you pump while you do other things—perfect for busy moms who need to multitask at work. However, you should wait until your milk supply is fully established before using a hands free pumping regularly. We recommend waiting until after the first month postpartum. This is because wearable pumps might not remove milk as effectively as traditional…