Most mothers aren’t counting on their baby spending time in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). If they do end up in the NICU, though, pumping is an effective alternative for breastfeeding. Pumps for Mom knows that having a baby in the NICU is stressful enough without having to worry about breast pumping. Here’s what...Read More
With all of the great breast pumps out there, it can be hard to know which one to choose. We wrote about the Best Insurance Breast Pumps of 2020 and decided it was time to provide an update and highlight the latest and greatest in breast pumps. Below, Pumps for Mom rounds up the best...Read More
Medela, one of the most trusted brands for pumps covered by insurance, offers an ideal line of products to consider when searching for the perfect breast pump. Two Medela models, the Medela Freestyle and the Medela Pump in Style with MaxFlow, are hot items for new moms. Below, we compare and contrast the two products...Read More
Giving birth is just as impressive as any athletic feat. So why are moms so hard on themselves and their postpartum bodies while athletes are winning medals for their hard work? You just birthed another human; your body is powerful. Still, you’re going through many changes, and it’s normal to feel a little off. Sometimes...Read More
To the new moms who are worried about their milk supply—we’ve got you covered! At Pumps for Mom, we know that low milk production can be scary, but there are many ways to increase your supply. We recommend power pumping if you need a way to produce more milk for your baby. What is Power...Read More
After your pregnancy, you may be wondering if the same diet restrictions apply while breastfeeding. Though it’s essential to eat a healthy, balanced diet while breastfeeding, the good news is that there are not many foods you need to avoid! At Pumps for Mom, we know health is at the top of your mind, so...Read More
When it comes to raising a child, parents know to expect the unexpected. And while dirty diapers and outgrown onesies are no surprise, many moms find that they are unprepared for their breastfeeding journey. New and expectant moms deserve to know exactly what they are getting into when they decide to start breastfeeding—the good, the...Read More
Now that your little one has arrived in the world, the real fun begins. And by “real fun,” we mean breastfeeding! The medical professionals in the hospital can help set you up for success, but it really comes down to a mama and her baby working together. We know it can be nerve-wracking to breastfeed...Read More
Just like there is no single “correct” way to parent, there is not a specific way to breastfeed that will be best for every mom and baby. Whether you are focusing on breastfeeding, exclusively breast pumping, or using a combination of the two, the most important thing is that your little one is getting the...Read More
With beach trips, summer barbecues, and family vacations waiting just around the corner, new and expectant moms may be wondering what their summers will look like with a new baby at home. And after nine months of pregnancy, some new mamas may want to know if they can enjoy a drink by the pool or...Read More
