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Looking to Increase Your Pumping Output? Try Parallel Pumping!

Tweet by Jessica Martin-Weber with Dr. Kathleen F. McCue, FNP-BC, IBCLC-RLC This article made possible by the generous support of Littlebeam Nursing Pillows. Not every lactating parent will find it necessary to pump to reach their breastfeeding goals. Many, however, do find it necessary. Whatever the reason for pumping breastmilk- whether it is to supplement […]

TLBnourish 2019 with Ardo- Nourishing The Whole Family

Tweet #TLBnourish is made possible thanks to the generous support of Ardo Medical, Inc., maker of the super-quiet Calypso-to-go breast pump. Nourishing our babies is a big part of what Ardo and The Leaky Boob are all about. But we’re also about nourishing parents body, mind, and spirit through information, support, and community. […]

Your Marvelous Changing Bust And What You Need To Know- Breast Changes In Pregnancy

Tweet by Jessica Martin-Weber with Tracey Montford This post made possible by the generous support of Cake Lingerie. Breasts change throughout our lives are influenced by hormones, genetics, age, and other factors. For many, after puberty, the most noticeable change comes with pregnancy and breastfeeding. It can be helpful to know what to expect and […]

2018 Giving That Goes On Empowering

Tweet by Jeremy Martin-Weber Information. Support. Community. These are what The Leaky Boob is all about. The infant feeding journey can be an easy and beautiful experience, but it can also be overwhelming, confusing, and lonely. The Leaky Boob community is there to share all of it with you: your joys, your questions, and your […]

Expert Support

Looking to Increase Your Pumping Output? Try Parallel Pumping!

How to Select a Breast Pump and Get It Through Your Insurance

Tweet by Jessica Martin-Weber with Leah De Shay, IBCLC, and Lauren Bennet, BSN This article made possible by the generous support of Aeroflow Breastpumps. Disclaimer: This information is not to replace the advice of your health care provider. If you are experiencing breastfeeding difficulties find IBCLC. Not everyone needs to pump, successful breastfeeding is not […]

Breastfeeding While Sick and How To Recover Your Supply

Tweet by Jessica Martin-Weber with Rene Fisher, IBCLC This article made possible by the generous support of Ameda. *Please note, this is not intended to be health care advice or to replace or be a substitute for being seen by a qualified health care provider. Is it ok to breastfeed when you’re sick? Could baby […]

Pumping Basics Part 1- What The Experts Say To Do To Get Started Pumping Your Breastmilk

Tweet by Jessica Martin-Weber with Rene Fisher, IBCLC This article made possible by the generous support of Ameda. When my baby was 4 weeks old, it was time for me to get started pumping not only for my baby to be able to receive my milk when I had to be away from her for […]

from Jessica

My Body On Demand

Tweet by Jessica Martin-Weber Content Note This piece focuses on sexual assault and includes discussion and detailed description of birth including birth trauma, anxiety, and mention of sexual assault. The sweet smell of a new baby was more intoxicating than I had imagined. My heart swelled every time I held her, I thought I had […]

Nipple Pain in Breastfeeding

Tweet By Jessica Martin-Weber This post is generously made possible by Bamboobies All kinds of advice and myths abound when it comes to breastfeeding and preparing nipples for the experience or what to do when there is pain. Dire warnings and emphasis on getting a “good latch” can make it seem as though it is tricky, […]

Paths of Remembrance That Honor Pregnancy and Infant Loss

Tweet By Jessica Martin-Weber This post made possible by the support of My Baby’s Heartbeat Bear Content Note: infant and pregnancy loss discussed. Loss is profound and deep, that’s part of what makes it loss. The loss of a child amplifies that profound depth of pain in ways that are nearly tangible as loving as […]

When There Is No Glow- Nymphai and Nurturing Our Own Healing

Tweet by Jessica Martin-Weber I have a tattoo on my upper right arm that starts at a three pointed scar on my inner arm and wraps up and around my shoulder. A twisty, viney type of tree with swirls, knots, and sharp looking points. The tree looks like it has grown around many obstacles and […]

Leakie to Leakie: Real Stories from Real Moms

When Food Makes Your Child Sick- Allergies and Parenting

Tweet By Heather Mackles, RN, BSN When the food you’re feeding your child is making them sick, what do you do? One mother, a member of The Leaky Boob Community group admin team, shares her family’s journey with food allergies and how it has changed them. A registered nurse, the author shares some points for families […]

#MyStoryMatters; Breast Cancer

Tweet by Ashley Thompson Nursing wasn’t easy for me but I knew it was what I wanted for me and my daughter. I’m 32 years old and my daughter was born almost 2 years ago. I’m so fortunate that I have been able to stay home with her full time since she was born. When she […]

Adoption and Breastfeeding – A #MyStoryMatters

Tweet by Meaghan McKracken It could be said that my adoption story centered around breastmilk. A reality most wouldn’t expect in an adoption story but adoption stories, like all stories, are unique in their own right. This is mine. If you’re on this site you probably already know that the realities of breastfeeding can be difficult. […]

A Poem on Postpartum Depression; A #MyStoryMatters

Tweet by Melissa Hoos I’m mama to one amazing 10 month old boy. Having been diagnosed with clinical depression and generalized anxiety disorder at age 15, I knew I was at a high risk for postpartum depression. Pregnancy gave me a wonderful break from depressive episodes (my psychiatrist would tell me, just get pregnant! It’ll solve […]