New Little Life Blog

Why Your Milk Supply is Dropping (And What No One’s Telling You!)

So your milk supply is dropping—and you’re starting to panic a little. You’ve chugged the water.You’ve baked the lactation cookies.You’ve tried Body Armor and maybe even bought a new breast pump.But the ounces just…aren’t there. If this is you, let me start with this: it’s not your fault.You are not broken.You don’t need to try…

How to Decide When to Start Pumping – for Working Moms on Mat Leave

To pump or not to pump? That’s the question so many new moms ask—especially in those first chaotic, emotional weeks after birth. And the advice? It’s all over the place. As a breast pump expert and coach for working moms, I’ve spent over 15 years helping women navigate this exact decision. While some moms regret…

Why your pumping plan isn’t working 🤔 SPOILER ALERT: You don’t need MORE information or a new pump!

Have you ever felt like something must be wrong with you—because everyone else seems to be figuring out breastfeeding and pumping effortlessly? Maybe you’ve seen the freezer stash selfies, the moms who pump at work without missing a beat, or the success stories in online groups… while you’re stuck in a cycle of: If you’re…

Spectra Wearable Pump: New Release in US! — Full Data-driven Review

If you’ve been following breast pump launches in the U.S. lately, you might have heard that Spectra—known for its beloved S1 and S2 models—is finally bringing its wearable pump to the American market. And while it’s new here, this pump is not new to me. I actually picked one up a couple of years ago…

Pumping Efficiently: 5 Steps to pump MORE milk in LESS time!

Recently, I was chatting with a mom named Julie. She had been pumping around the clock, taking all the supplements, doing all the things, and still barely getting enough milk. She was burned out, discouraged, and seriously considering switching to formula (even though that wasn’t what she wanted). What she said to me really hit…

From Low Milk Supply to Milk Donation: Phoenix’s Pumping Success Story

Phoenix recently completed our Pumping for Working Moms program, and her journey from low supply and formula supplementation to exclusive pumping and milk donation is one that will absolutely speak to any mom who’s ever doubted if she’s doing enough. This post is a first-hand look at Phoenix’s experience, the mental and emotional shifts she…

Using ChatGPT to Increase Milk Supply??? Let’s see if it works!

Recently, I’ve had more than a few moms ask me a pretty surprising question: “Can ChatGPT help me with my milk supply?” At first, I was honestly shocked. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized we do use AI quite a bit in our own business. So why not test it…

What If Your Milk Supply Is Actually Perfect?

I’ve got a bit of a rant for you today. It’s not the typical how-to or pump comparison post—but rather something that’s been bugging me every time I scroll through social media. There’s this one phrase that keeps popping up, and honestly? It makes me cringe every time I hear it. It’s a term that’s…

How many times per day should you pump? Let’s build your perfect pumping schedule!

If you’re reading this, I’m guessing you’ve Googled “how many times a day should I be pumping?” more than once—and you’ve probably come across one-size-fits-all schedules on Pinterest or Instagram that promise to be “the best pumping plan ever.” But let me tell you: the real answer isn’t so simple. Creating the right pumping schedule…

PROTECT Your Most VALUABLE Assets as a Pumping, Working Mom (⚠️ it’s not your milk supply!!)

If you’re a working mom trying to balance breastfeeding, pumping, and building a career—you’re in the right place. I see you. That first year can feel like a non-stop juggling act, and trust me, I’ve been there. But what if I told you that your milk supply isn’t your most valuable asset? Yep, really. Today,…