If you’re breastfeeding and need surgery, a procedure, or sedation, you’ve probably heard some version of this advice before: “You’ll need to pump and dump for 24 hours.” The problem? That advice is outdated — and for most families, completely unnecessary. In January 2026, the Association of Anaesthetists  released updated, evidence-based guidelines on anesthesia and sedation for breastfeeding patients. These guidelines were developed by a multidisciplinary team including ane

In honor of National Breastfeeding Month and World Breastfeeding Week, I (Brianne) am writing an article on the new mastitis protocol. I breastfed 5 babies and got mastitis at least twice with every baby. On baby #5, I chose to wean at 11 months after a particularly bad bout of mastitis (and a lifetime total of 10+ mastitis occurrences.) I was just over it! I wish this new protocol had been out at the time, as I have had the opportunity to use these new recommendations on man

I was recently with a new mom who told us behind the closed door of her lactation appointment that her mother, who was staying with her...

It’s not uncommon for us, during home visits to new parents, to have questions whispered quietly as parents attempt to conceal their...

Last week we worked with a mom whose baby had a tongue tie which had not yet been revised but would be soon. Mom was exclusively pumping...

I recently listened to one of my favorite breastfeeding podcasts called "Breastfeeding Talk," where the host, Jacqueline Kincer,...

One complaint we hear from many new parents is that their newborn is crying a lot, really fussy, or can't be set down. On top of the...