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Nursing

We believe that “fed is best” when it comes to babies’ feeding options—whether with breast milk or with formula. Many women want to breastfeed, some with more luck doing so than others. Here we share first-person struggles and joys when it comes to feeding and provide some information and tips.

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Reflections on long-term exclusive breastfeeding

Despite its inherent challenges, I exclusively breastfed three children and am glad I decided to do so

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How I found solitude during nighttime feedings

After dealing with many impossible, sleepless nights with my newborn, practicing mindfulness at night helped ground me

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A simple nipple shield saved my breastfeeding journey

I dreaded breastfeeding my daughter but was determined to find a solution—and once I discovered the nipple shield, nursing was all I hoped it would be

An intro to exclusive pumping

Feeding breast milk only from the bottle is an option for some moms. From scheduling your pumps to cleaning your equipment, here's everything you need to know.

Everything you need to know about inducing lactation from an IBCLC

Adoptive parents, same-sex couples, or parents who used a surrogate can breastfeed too

An elusive tongue-tie diagnosis

Four professionals couldn't identify my daughter's tongue-tie, and I blamed myself for her inability to feed. But once we finally found the problem, we were home free.

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May 4, 2021

Here’s what you need to know about triple feeding

When my baby struggled to latch, I triple fed for seven weeks, breastfeeding, pumping, and feeding from the bottle every time we fed

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Welcoming Chapter Goods to Motherfigure

And so I’m thrilled to announce today that Chapter Goods is joining Motherfigure. We saw an opportunity to combine forces, celebrate Haylie’s incredible vision, and expand Motherfigure’s offering into ready-to-wear, which we’ll grow and evolve over time.

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Overcoming breastfeeding stigma

My traditional Chinese parents didn't want me to breastfeed, but I learned to navigate their stigma to do what was best for my child

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Weaning FAQs: How and when to wean from breastfeeding

If you’re not sure when to begin weaning or how to wean your baby, here are some popular weaning FAQs to help you get started.

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