Pumping

What causes low milk supply?

What causes low milk supply?

If you’re about to give up breastfeeding because of low milk supply, but wish you didn’t have to, read on for potential causes.

Leanne Rzepa

If you’re worried about your milk supply, power pumping may be the answer

If you’re worried about your milk supply, power pumping may be the answer

Your body bases milk production on supply and demand, which is why power pumping mimics a baby’s cluster feeding to signal for more liquid gold.

Megan Piercey Monafu

I exclusively pumped—and there's not enough support for moms like me

I exclusively pumped—and there's not enough support for moms like me

Lactation consultants and hospital staff need to support moms who choose exclusive pumping, instead of making us feel like we’re taking the easy way out.

Megan Piercey Monafu

Giving your baby morning breastmilk at bedtime might be ruining his sleep

Giving your baby morning breastmilk at bedtime might be ruining his sleep

Not all your breastmilk is created equal–which is why newborns who drink morning milk at night could be struggling to doze off.

Jennifer Hahn-Holbrook

I was set on breastfeeding despite having breast reduction surgery as a teen

I was set on breastfeeding despite having breast reduction surgery as a teen

Until the time comes to actually breastfeed, no one really knows how your breasts will perform. Nothing could have prepared me for what followed.

Elissa Gurman

Video review: Lansinoh Smartpump Double Electric Breast Pump

Product Reviews

Video review: Lansinoh Smartpump Double Electric Breast Pump

Today’s Parent Approved put the Lansinoh Smartpump to the test and found it’s a quiet, efficient double electric breast pump. Plus, it easily connects to the Lansinoh Baby app for easy tracking of pumping, feedings and more.

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Ardo Calypso Double Plus Breastpump

Double Electric Breast Pumps

Ardo Calypso Double Plus Breastpump

The Ardo Calypso Double Plus Breastpump is efficient, quiet and easy to use. With two controls—for suction strength and speed—it's ideal for a no-fuss mom.

12 things nobody told me about breastfeeding

12 things nobody told me about breastfeeding

Breastfeeding can be a tricky thing for you and baby to learn. Here’s what we wished someone had told us...

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10 amazing facts about breastmilk

10 amazing facts about breastmilk

Did you know that breastmilk is genius? It actually changes it's properties according to your baby's needs. Watch for more amazing facts about boob juice.

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Best Electric Breast Pumps 2024

Best Electric Breast Pumps 2024

Medela, Lansinoh, Philips Avent and more — check out our reviews of the best electric breast pumps of 2023, tested in our lab and by parents.

Bryce Gruber

Video review: Medela Sonata

Product Reviews

Video review: Medela Sonata

Today’s Parent Approved put the Medela Sonata smart breast pump to the test and found there’s a whole lot to like about this sleek, efficient and quiet double pump.

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Best pumping bras

Hands-Free Breast Pump Accessories

Best pumping bras

Medela, Simple Wishes and Snugabell—check out our reviews of the best pumping bras of 2018, each one tested in our lab and by moms.

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Best manual breast pumps

Manual Breast Pumps

Best manual breast pumps

Medela, Lansinoh and more—check out our reviews of the best manual breast pumps of 2018, tested in our lab and by parents.

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How to make breast pumping at work go smoothly, from a mom who's been there

How to make breast pumping at work go smoothly, from a mom who's been there

Pumping breast milk when you go back to work can seem complicated and onerous, but these tips can help pumping at work go smoothly.

Jennifer Owens

Is domperidone really a magic breastfeeding pill?

Is domperidone really a magic breastfeeding pill?

Domperidone is a widely prescribed medication for new moms. For many, it’s a miracle drug for boosting milk supply, but for some, it could be dangerous.

Jessica Leeder

Best single electric breast pumps

Single Electric Breast Pumps

Best single electric breast pumps

Reviews of the best single electric breast pumps from Medela and Philips Avent. Tested in our lab and by parents, with prices, features, benefits and more.

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Best double electric breast pumps

Double Electric Breast Pumps

Best double electric breast pumps

Medela, Lansinoh, Philips Avent—reviews of the best double electric breast pumps, tested in our lab and by parents. With price, features, benefits and more.

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Breastfeeding problems: The struggle is real

Breastfeeding problems: The struggle is real

Engorged boobs, latch issues and pumping all day. The struggle is real when it comes to breastfeeding.

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Kelly Ripa's husband accidentally stole Scarlett Johansson's breast pump

Kelly Ripa's husband accidentally stole Scarlett Johansson's breast pump

Mark Consuelos was just trying to help Scarlett Johansson out—and then he accidentally took her most valued possession.

Alyssa Ashton

This game-changing breast pump has no tubes, cords or dangling bottles

This game-changing breast pump has no tubes, cords or dangling bottles

Derek Malcolm