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Lea Michele’s breast pump moment proves motherhood never takes a break—even on the red carpet

Even on the road to the Wicked premiere, Lea Michele shows us how motherhood never takes a backseat.

Updated Dec. 13, 2024
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5 effective ways to talk to your boss about pumping rights at work

Your guide to confidently return to work from maternity leave—with the right support systems in place.

Updated Mar. 12, 2024
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Finally, a more comfortable breast pump is within reach 

The new, FDA-approved Annabella breast pump promises less painful, more productive pumping, thanks to a design that better emulates a baby's tongue.

Updated Jan. 04, 2024
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How to deal with unsolicited breastfeeding advice over the holidays

Who’s ready for all those prying questions? You are.

Updated Mar. 27, 2025
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Looking to boost your milk supply? Try power pumping

Here’s what to know about the pumping technique—and how to make it work for you.

Updated Oct. 12, 2023
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Is the fridge hack safe? Here’s what you should know

The pumping fridge hack is touted as a time-saver for mamas, but CDC guidelines raise safety concerns.

Updated Aug. 18, 2023
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I hated exclusively pumping—but it was still so hard to quit

I dream about being done, about getting my body back and wearing a normal bra again.

Updated Jul. 20, 2023
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I’ve donated 350,000 oz. of breast milk—here are my best pumping tips

Thanks to hyperlactation syndrome, I’ve been pumping for 8 years—though not by choice.

Updated May. 23, 2023
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Insurance covered breast pumps: What you need to know

Insurance covered breast pumps: What you need to know By Emily Glover…

Updated Mar. 31, 2022
Safe to breastfeed with Covid: Mother wearing face mask and breastfeeding baby at home

Yes, you can breastfeed with Covid, says new study

Babies are not at risk of getting Covid from breast milk, new research shows.

Updated Apr. 13, 2022
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Is the Willow breast pump worth it?

The only thing that held me back was the price tag—but it's worth its weight in gold.

Updated Nov. 07, 2022
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Actually, you don’t have to pump and dump

Current AAP guidelines state that up to one drink per day is not known to be harmful to the infant.

Updated Jul. 06, 2022

Mandy Moore brought her breast pump to the Emmys and it’s everything

She called the pump her 'VIP accessory.'

Updated Sep. 26, 2022

Insurance Covered Breast Pumps: What You Need To Know

This article is sponsored by Edgepark Breast Pumps. Thank you for supporting…

Updated Mar. 31, 2022

This reporter says she wasn’t allowed to pump at work: ‘Find a Target or a hospital’

Kate Rayner is suing NBC Universal over her former station's lack of accommodations for her pumping.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022

Breastfeeding mama goes viral for leaking during a TV show theme song: “What is happening”

This mama's viral TikTok moment shows how bizarre the letdown reflex can be.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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