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Nutrition

7 breastfeeding nutrition myths we’d like to clear up

Can you (finally) drink coffee? What's the deal with lactation cookies? Here's the lowdown.

Baby Health

14 questions you may have about your newborn, answered by a pediatrician

8. Why does my baby sound like Darth Vader?

News

Abbott recalls some Similac liquid formulas and Pedialyte due to a bottle cap issue

The cap issue could lead to spoilage in some products, but the recall is not expected to impact formula supply.

Motherly Stories

My breastfeeding journey ended abruptly—and I wasn’t prepared for the grief that followed

This was a sudden loss of something both beautiful and painful that had become deeply ingrained into my identity as a woman and a mother

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

I’m a chemical engineer creating the first formula that mirrors breastmilk—and I need your help

We are using the power of science to help babies access much-needed nutrition that's currently available only through breastfeeding.

Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

Society isn’t listening to the needs of breastfeeding mothers—they need support, not judgment

Even though research tells us that most women are not able to reach their breastfeeding goals due to factors outside of their control, many women who stop breastfeeding feel like a failure and feel guilt and shame about weaning. 

Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

Exclusively pumping is still breastfeeding, mama—and here are 5 ways to make it easier

Over time, I started to realize that I wasn’t failing at all—just taking a different route.

Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

Postpartum trauma made me resent breastfeeding—and I know I’m not alone

The truth is, this is much more common than is openly talked about.

Motherly Stories

To my wife who is exclusively pumping: I am in awe of you

"I may not know much about a woman’s body or breastfeeding, but I was super proud and grateful that she was able to go that long trying to breastfeed and pumping."

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Why saying “Just Breastfeed!” is harmful to mothers

Saying 'just breastfeed' furthers the misalignment between our expectations for breastfeeding and the realities of so many families’ experiences.

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

This amazing viral video of the breast milk letdown reflex is a must-watch

Just watch out for the phantom letdown twinges.

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

The best time to prepare for breastfeeding? Pregnancy

How a prenatal lactation consultation can set you up for success.