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12 Things I Learned on My Exclusive Pumping Journey | Kindred Bravely

12 Things I Learned on My Exclusive Pumping Journey

Guest post by Bethaney Kaye, Nurse Practitioner

After exclusively pumping for a little over 12 months, pediatric nurse practitioner Bethaney Kaye has learned many lessons, some hard-won. To commemorate those 12 months, she put together 12 bits of advice...

12 Things I Learned on My Exclusive Pumping Journey

Guest post by Bethaney Kaye, Nurse Practitioner

After exclusively pumping for a little over 12 months, pediatric nurse practitioner Bethaney Kaye has learned many lessons, some hard-won. To commemorate those 12 months, she put together 12 bits of advice to help you on your exclusive pumping journey.

Why do babies fight sleep? (The best solution!) | Kindred Bravely

Why do babies fight sleep? (The best solution!)

Guest post by Erin Balsa

My son was a terrible sleeper. As a baby, he rarely stayed asleep for more than an hour at a time. I knew he had to be exhausted, but when...

Why do babies fight sleep? (The best solution!)

Guest post by Erin Balsa

My son was a terrible sleeper. As a baby, he rarely stayed asleep for more than an hour at a time. I knew he had to be exhausted, but when I set him down and tried to leave the room,...

The Second Trimester of Pregnancy | Kindred Bravely

The Second Trimester of Pregnancy

You’ve made it through the first trimester of your pregnancy, which can be rife with discomfort, nausea, and a lot of physical changes. Now that you’re in the second trimester, there is a...

The Second Trimester of Pregnancy

You’ve made it through the first trimester of your pregnancy, which can be rife with discomfort, nausea, and a lot of physical changes. Now that you’re in the second trimester, there is a lot to look forward to! Indeed, the second trimester is...

How to Fit a Nursing Bra: 3 Mistakes Moms Make Bra Shopping | Kindred Bravely

How to Fit a Nursing Bra: 3 Mistakes Moms Make Bra Shopping

A good nursing bra is more than just “a bra without underwire.” The best-fitting bras are made from soft, stretchy, non-abrasive materials, with easy, one-handed access for breastfeeding. To help...

How to Fit a Nursing Bra: 3 Mistakes Moms Make Bra Shopping

A good nursing bra is more than just “a bra without underwire.” The best-fitting bras are made from soft, stretchy, non-abrasive materials, with easy, one-handed access for breastfeeding. To help you find the most comfortable bra, we’ve compiled our top...

Must-Know Tips for Breastfeeding a Sick Baby | Kindred Bravely

Must-Know Tips for Breastfeeding a Sick Baby

Breast milk provides excellent overall protection from sickness, but many babies still come down with some sort of cold, virus, or infection within the first year of life. During an...

Must-Know Tips for Breastfeeding a Sick Baby

Breast milk provides excellent overall protection from sickness, but many babies still come down with some sort of cold, virus, or infection within the first year of life. During an illness, it’s possible your child will be fussier at the...

9 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know | Kindred Bravely

9 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 9 weeks, your bundle of joy is an inch long – about the size of a grape – and finally beginning to look more recognizable with a head, arms,...

9 Weeks Pregnant: Symptoms & What to Know

At 9 weeks, your bundle of joy is an inch long – about the size of a grape – and finally beginning to look more recognizable with a head, arms, legs, fingers, and toes. All of the essential organs are continuing...

20 Quick and Healthy Breastfeeding Snacks | Kindred Bravely

20 Quick and Healthy Breastfeeding Snacks

Guest post by Erin Balsa

Every nursing or pumping mom knows the incredible hunger that comes with feeding a baby. Grazing on wholesome snacks throughout the day is a great way to satisfy your appetite....

20 Quick and Healthy Breastfeeding Snacks

Guest post by Erin Balsa

Every nursing or pumping mom knows the incredible hunger that comes with feeding a baby. Grazing on wholesome snacks throughout the day is a great way to satisfy your appetite. Eating a variety of nutritious whole foods will also help...

What to Wear After a C-Section | Kindred Bravely

What to Wear After a C-Section

The road to new motherhood can be exhausting. After months of growing and finally delivering a baby, every new mom should indulge in a little self-care—especially those brave belly-birth moms who’ve gone through major surgery.

What to Wear After a C-Section

The road to new motherhood can be exhausting. After months of growing and finally delivering a baby, every new mom should indulge in a little self-care—especially those brave belly-birth moms who’ve gone through major surgery.

What to Wear to a Wedding When You’re Pregnant or Nursing | Kindred Bravely

What to Wear to a Wedding When You’re Pregnant or Nursing

Wedding bells ring all year long for family, friends, and colleagues, so wedding invitations can arrive at any time—even when you’re pregnant or nursing. Special occasions allow you to reconnect...

What to Wear to a Wedding When You’re Pregnant or Nursing

Wedding bells ring all year long for family, friends, and colleagues, so wedding invitations can arrive at any time—even when you’re pregnant or nursing. Special occasions allow you to reconnect with loved ones and make memories, but it may feel...

10 Ways to Cope with Cluster Feeding | Kindred Bravely

10 Ways to Cope with Cluster Feeding

You've just finished nursing and put your little one in the baby bouncer so you can eat dinner yourself. As soon as you sit down, however, your baby starts to...

10 Ways to Cope with Cluster Feeding

You've just finished nursing and put your little one in the baby bouncer so you can eat dinner yourself. As soon as you sit down, however, your baby starts to fuss and turn their head side to side. You check...

What (Not) to Pack in Your Hospital Bag | Kindred Bravely

What (Not) to Pack in Your Hospital Bag

One of the final steps in preparing for your new arrival is packing your hospital bag. There are quite a few things that you may think you’ll use during your hospital...

What (Not) to Pack in Your Hospital Bag

One of the final steps in preparing for your new arrival is packing your hospital bag. There are quite a few things that you may think you’ll use during your hospital stay but will probably stay in your bag the entire...

Best Nursing Tops for Breastfeeding in 2023 | Kindred Bravely

Best Nursing Tops for Breastfeeding in 2023

When you’re on the hunt for stylish nursing tops or nursing T-shirts that you can wear every day, it’s important to look for features and designs that make nursing access quick...

Best Nursing Tops for Breastfeeding in 2023

When you’re on the hunt for stylish nursing tops or nursing T-shirts that you can wear every day, it’s important to look for features and designs that make nursing access quick and easy when it’s feeding time.