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Baby, Breast, and Beyond

A blog keeping you abreast during pregnancy, breastfeeding, parenting, and more!

Second Trimester Nutrition: How to Eat Well When Food Feels Normal Again (Weeks 13–26)

April 30, 2026 | Pregnancy

When Food Is (Mostly) Your Friend Again Welcome to the second trimester, pregnancy’s so‑called honeymoon phase. For most women, energy […]

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Honoring Teddy: A Mother’s Milk Donation After Loss

April 23, 2026 | Postpartum, Pregnancy, Pumping

Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast is a nonprofit milk bank providing safe donor human milk to babies who need it most—often […]

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Acelleron Expands Multilingual Breast Pump Education and Support Programs to Reach More Families

April 22, 2026 | News

Intro: Acelleron has expanded its Education and Support Programs to ensure more families can access breastfeeding education and guidance in […]

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From Pumping to Policy: Why Supporting Breastfeeding Parents Is a Workplace Issue

March 30, 2026 | Postpartum, Pregnancy, Pumping

By Sarah Wells, Founder, Sarah Wells Bags Supporting breastfeeding lives at the intersection of logistics, workplace culture, public policy, and […]

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First Trimester Nutrition: Eating Well When You Feel…Not So Well

March 20, 2026 | Pregnancy

The first trimester is a wild ride. One minute you’re thrilled, the next you’re exhausted, nauseous and then suddenly offended […]

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Top Tips for Pumping at Work

February 27, 2026 | Breastfeeding, Employer, Pumping, Working Mamas

Heading back to work after baby brings a whole new set of emotions, challenges, and milestones. Knowing what to expect […]

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Breast Pump Replacement Parts: What and When to Replace and How Insurance Can Help

February 25, 2026 | Pumping, Working Mamas

Breast pumps rely on more than just the motor to work well. Over time, pump parts experience normal wear from […]

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Do’s and Don’ts of Breast Milk Storage and Heating

January 23, 2026 | Breastfeeding, Pumping

Pumping breast milk often means juggling a lot at once. You’re thinking about timing, storage, feeding, cleaning parts, and somewhere […]

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Understanding Your Lactation Support Options: From Peer Support to IBCLCs

December 31, 2025 | Breastfeeding, Postpartum, Pumping

Have you ever been told during pregnancy to get to know your lactation support options before baby arrives? It is […]

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Postpartum During the Holidays: A Gentle Guide for a Season of Change

December 19, 2025 | Breastfeeding, Postpartum, Pumping

The holidays have a way of bringing both joy and pressure at the same time. And when you’ve just welcomed […]

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Top 10 Must-Have Baby Products for First-Time Moms

November 25, 2025 | Gear, Postpartum, Pregnancy

Becoming a mom is one of life’s most exciting (and sometimes overwhelming) experiences, especially when it comes to figuring out […]

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Preparing Your Hospital Bag for Labor

November 14, 2025 | Pregnancy

Packing your hospital bag can feel like one of those “am I missing something?” moments, especially with so many lists […]

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