Category: ’Breastfeeding Alternatives’

35 Tips and Tricks For Pumping Mamas

May 10th, 2013 by Gretchen - 2 Comments

35 Tips and Tricks For Pumping Mamas

Are you a pumping mama? Don’t miss this list of helpful tips and tricks! Three of our NPN volunteers with over 50 months of pumping experience share their experiences and advice.  Read More…

2 Comments | Posted in Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Featured, Feeding With Love, Lactivism

Support Pumping Moms AND New Moms in DV Shelters

March 28th, 2013 by Dionna - Leave a comment

Support Pumping Moms AND New Moms in DV Shelters

Pumping is hard work, and pumping moms need our support! In a fun and creative effort to celebrate pumping mamas, we bring you the Pumping Pixie, a sweet little sprite you can print off and leave anonymously (or not!) on pumps of the pumping moms you encounter. 100% of your donations will benefit women at DV shelters!  Read More…

Leave a comment | Posted in Activism, Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Feeding With Love, Lactivism

What Breastfeeding Taught Me About Success

August 7th, 2012 by Laura - Leave a comment

The Princess feeds PuddinPie his bottle (2009)

After struggling to breastfeed her youngest two children, Laura learns what breastfeeding success really is for her and why not judging someone’s feeding choices is important.  Read More…

Leave a comment | Posted in Activism, Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Feeding With Love, Holistic Health, Lactivism, Special Needs

Lactation Lessons

August 6th, 2012 by Shannon R - Leave a comment

Utilizing the laid back positioning

Having experienced difficulties and received very little support during breastfeeding her first son, Shannon develops and follows a plan of action to achieve breastfeeding success from the start with her second son.  Read More…

Leave a comment | Posted in Activism, Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Feeding With Love, Lactivism

Ready, Set, Pump!

March 29th, 2012 by Gretchen - 1 Comment

Ready, Set, Pump!

Gretchen shares the tricks of the trade – the pumping breastmilk trade!  Read More…

1 Comment | Posted in Activism, Balance, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Feeding With Love, Lactivism, Work and Family

Our Formula Feeding Journey

March 23rd, 2012 by Laura - 12 Comments

The Princess helps give PuddinPie a bottle

When an unexpected pregnancy cut short the breastfeeding relationship, this mom and baby figured out how to accept and enjoy their new path.  Read More…

12 Comments | Posted in Breastfeeding Alternatives, Feeding With Love, Holistic Health, Special Needs

Bottle Feeding With Love

February 10th, 2012 by Kelly - 18 Comments

Bottle Feeding With Love

Tips from an AP mama to offer you loving support as you or another caregiver bottle feeds your baby.  Read More…

18 Comments | Posted in Attachment Parenting, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Feeding With Love, Parenting Philosophies

Soy Formula Safety

February 5th, 2012 by NPN Mentors - 2 Comments

Soy Formula Safety

A reader asks our NPN mentors about the safety of soy formula.  Read More…

2 Comments | Posted in Ask an NP Mentor, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Feeding With Love

Meet Our Sponsor: Snugabell

January 29th, 2012 by NPN Reviewers - Leave a comment

PumpEase by Snugabell

Snugabell is the home of PumpEase, a special breastfeeding garment to make pumping a breeze, as well as other mother friendly items. They live up to their tagline “supporting the beauty of breastfeeding” through offering moms fashionable items they can use to feel good about themselves – and they have spunk, too.  Read More…

Leave a comment | Posted in Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Feeding With Love, Natural Parenting Products, NP Sponsors

Breastfeeding While Working

January 27th, 2012 by NPN Mentors - 2 Comments

Breastfeeding While Working

Our NPN mentors gave an expectant mother some tips and advice about breastfeeding and going back towork.  Read More…

2 Comments | Posted in Alternative Caregivers, Ask an NP Mentor, Balance, Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Alternatives, Consistent Care, Feeding With Love, Work and Family

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