Posts by Allison Tolman
Managing your MILK SUPPLY: Tips For When Your Pumping Day Doesn’t Go As Planned!
As a pumping, working mom, you’re bound to face some crazy days. It’s not always easy to balance everything, and unexpected challenges pop up when you least expect them. Recently, one of our clients shared an inspiring story in our private group, and I felt compelled to make this video. Her experience might sound familiar,…
Read MoreCLIENT INTERVIEWS: Janet’s Story
Breastfeeding is an incredible journey, filled with joy, bonding, and challenges. For career-driven moms, like Janet, balancing work and breastfeeding can be particularly tricky, especially when it comes to managing milk supply. Janet’s story highlights how with the right support, you can maintain your breastfeeding goals while transitioning back to work. (This post was originally…
Read MoreWhen Milk Supply Regulation Hits: What Every Pumping Mom Needs to Know
Hey there, pumping mamas! If you’ve been riding the wave of a healthy milk supply in those early postpartum weeks, you might be feeling pretty confident. But let’s talk about what happens when your milk supply starts to regulate, usually around 12 weeks postpartum. Don’t worry—this is a totally normal part of breastfeeding, but it…
Read MoreOversupply: A Blessing or a Curse?
Oversupply is a hot topic that has been lighting up my comment section lately. It all started with a recent video where I talked about the worst ways to increase milk supply. One comment really stood out, and so many of you chimed in with your own experiences, so I thought—why not explore this together?…
Read More5 Secrets to a Great Milk Supply for Working Moms
Today, I want to share with you five “secrets” to a great milk supply—especially if you’re a working mom. These tips come from my years of experience helping over 200 mothers navigate their milk supply while transitioning back to work. I know how much you want a solid and predictable milk supply, and I’m here…
Read MoreCLIENT INTERVIEWS: Lhea’s Story
Lhea is an inspiring mom who recently met her breastfeeding goal despite numerous challenges. Her story is filled with ups, downs, and unexpected surprises—like so many of us experience! If you’re a working mom or someone balancing the demands of a job and pumping, Leah’s journey will resonate with you. She’s an HR professional, and…
Read MoreNavigating a Short Maternity Leave: 5 Essential Tips for Breastfeeding and Pumping Moms
We can all agree that the standard 12-week maternity leave in the United States is insufficient, but what happens if you need to return to work even faster than that? Believe it or not, many moms do—some as early as three weeks postpartum. Whether it’s due to school, residency, running your own business, or other…
Read MoreCan Pumping be Easy?
Pumping is a lot of work, especially when you’re juggling a busy life as a mother and a professional. But it doesn’t always have to feel overwhelming. In fact, I’ve seen it become more predictable—and dare I say, easier—for so many of the career-driven moms in our Pumping for Working Moms coaching program. Today, I…
Read More6 Things Experienced Moms Know About Pumping That First-Time Moms Don’t
Becoming a first-time mom is a whirlwind of emotions, surprises, and learning curves. One of the biggest challenges can be figuring out how to balance breastfeeding, pumping, and returning to work. If you’re reading this, you might already be diving deep into how to make it all work. I’ve noticed something interesting: first-time moms often…
Read MoreHow to Escape the Triple Feeding Cycle and Get Your Life Back
If you’re stuck in a triple feeding cycle, I don’t need to tell you how exhausting and unsustainable it is. Between feeding your baby at the breast, supplementing with a bottle, and then pumping to increase or maintain supply, you’ve probably found yourself with barely 30 minutes to catch your breath before doing it all…
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