Donating breastmilk

I was fortunate enough to be able to donate some of my breastmilk. If you ever have any supply that you can share, it is an amazing thing to do. Donated breastmilk is mostly used for infants in the NICU, many of whom are born prematurely. For them, breastmilk is...

Ouch

A quick word on teeth. They are super cute to see and a very exciting milestone to reach. However, they are not so fun for the nipples. Mostly, it’s not a big deal because babies use their tongues to extract milk from the breast but there are occasional moments when...

Getting creative

You can always find a way to make things work. I’ve forgotten bottles, ice packs, and covers but always managed to find a (creative) solution. Don’t be afraid to ask for the things you need. I’ve walked into Starbucks to ask for ice when I forgot my icepack. I’ve had...

Breastfeeding a growing baby

As babies grow older and become more alert, they become increasingly interested in their surroundings. At around 6 months, Allie became more interested in the things around her than in feeding. Catching up on shows while breastfeeding became no longer possible =(....

Holiday party

My husband’s holiday party was at a fancy NY restaurant. We were picked up in a car which we made sure had a plug for pumping convenience.  I pumped most of the way to the city. Then, we joined the party, which was amazing. A few hours into the party, I had to pump...