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CLIENT 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…

Navigating 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…

Can 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…

6 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…

How 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…

The Best Breast Pumps for Healthcare Professionals

As a healthcare professional and a new mother, juggling breastfeeding with a busy, demanding job can feel like an impossible balancing act. Whether you’re a physician, nurse, dentist, veterinarian, or other healthcare provider, your day is often structured around caring for others. Finding the time and space to pump can feel like a huge challenge.…

10 Red Flags That Pumping Isn’t Working (And How to Fix It)

If you’re reading this, you’re probably pumping in some way—whether exclusively or alongside breastfeeding. But is it working as well as it should be? In this post, we’ll walk through 10 red flags that may indicate your pumping routine isn’t going as smoothly as it could be. If you find that several of these red…

Wearable Breast Pumps: Pros, Cons, and What You Need to Know

Wearable breast pumps are often hailed as a game-changer for busy working moms, allowing for hands-free, discreet pumping. But are they the perfect solution for managing your milk supply, or are there hidden risks? In this post, we’ll explore the benefits, risks, and everything you need to know about using wearable pumps—especially for career-driven moms…

CLIENT INTERVIEWS: Christiana’s Journey

On the New Little Life channel, we recently heard from Christiana, a mother from Switzerland who has been part of our Pumping for Working Moms program. Christiana’s journey, like so many other working moms, was filled with challenges around breastfeeding, pumping, and balancing work. Her determination to continue providing breast milk for her baby, despite…

Finding Control in Your Breastfeeding and Pumping Journey: A Guide for Working Moms

If you’re a highly motivated working mom looking for some control over your breastfeeding and pumping experience, you’re in the right place. This blog post is all about finding control during a chaotic time, whether it’s managing your milk supply, balancing work, or deciding when to wean—all on your own terms. As someone who works…