Jen Brenan

I am happy to offer this guest post from Buzzparent. The opinions about circumcision are their own although I think it offers some helpful advice. When I had to make …

Writing a breastfeeding blog I am more than aware of how hard breastfeeding can be when we first embark on this journey. I started this blog because I struggled so …

Well this is not my normal breastfeeding article. I have been somewhat absent from my blog and publishing some guest posts in my absence recently. Our family has been through …

I am happy to offer a guest post from Milk n Mamas Baby on my  blog today. While the benefits of breastfeeding are many, and I have written about them before, …

Many women come to my blog to read about pregnancy and in some cases infertility. I am happy to offer a guest post regarding the topic of IVF and donor …

This post is super popular so I am updating it for 2018! Every time I read or hear someone recommend that a breastfeeding mother pump and dump if she wants …

When my first baby was born, I struggled with breastfeeding right after birth and needed to pump to bring in my milk supply. Once my milk came in and I …

Car accidents are the biggest safety risk to our babies and children, yet most people install and use their carseats incorrectly. I know throughout the life of my three children …

I recently discovered and became aware of Milky Mama LLC. A California based company which provides delicious lactation treats to help increase your milk supply. Milky Mama was created by …

This is a guest post from PhotographyTalk.  As the saying goes, timing is everything. That’s true of many things in life, and in particular, in photography. The difference of a …

When I was pregnant with my first baby I knew nothing about breastfeeding yet. I knew I wanted to do it, and I committed to it, and that was it. …

As a parent one of my biggest fears is who my children may be interacting with on the internet. I wrote about it some on my other blog when I …

I don't know about you but I love to travel. It was a lot easier before kids, that's for sure, but we have still managed to take fun trips even …

If you are trying to get pregnant my number one tip is to use an ovulation predictor test, otherwise known as an ovulation predictor kit or OPK. I used them …

Wacoal provided two nursing bras for me to try but all opinions are always my own. I can't believe I have had three children and only after my third I …

This is one of my first blog posts and I have updated it for 2017/2018. After using many breast pumps, and after three babies, I still believe the Ameda Purely …

Figure 8 Maternity is my favorite maternity and breastfeeding friendly clothing store. Everything I have and tried from there I have loved. I've written many reviews about their products, and …

This is a guest post from Tracey Montford at Cake Maternity. Pregnancy is an exciting time and for new mums can be a time of uncertainty. Surround yourself with positive …

I am happy to offer a guest post today from Kelly Fowler of SweetMomsBlog As a first-time mom, you're doing everything in your power to get it all right. You've done …

This post was sponsored by SpermCheck, all opinions are always my own. When first trying to conceive, many women want to know how to make it happen as quickly as …

Mommy Knows Best sponsored  this post. All opinions are always my own. Since I write a breastfeeding blog I am always looking for new items for pregnant and breastfeeding moms. …

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. #BumpUpYourCalcium with #Viactiv It's hard to believe but I have been breastfeeding for over five years. When I think about …

As I breastfeed my last baby at 16 months I am reflecting on how far I have come. I don’t know how long she will continue to breastfeed but I …

I am happy to offer a guest post from Jennifer Taylor at Mom Tricks in honor of International Babywearing Week from October 2nd - 8th this year. Whether you’re new …

Updated for 2017! I wrote this post back when I first started my blog. While it's still relevant and my advice remains the same I updated it a tiny bit …

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GiftingForBaby #CollectiveBias  With three children under five bath time can be hectic. My older …

This bra was provided to me to try by my favorite maternity and nursing store, Figure 8 Maternity. Bravado Designs makes most of my favorite nursing bras. I have used …

I am offering a guest post today from Sheryl Brown at Best Convertible Carseat HQ That first baby usually brings a huge sense of exhilaration and joy, but also trepidation. …

I was provided an Ergobaby Omni 360 baby carrier to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own. I have reviewed a lot of baby carriers on my blog and …

I recently learned about a wonderful infographic put together by RegisteredNursing.org, this infographic provides extremely helpful breastfeeding information. It not only discusses your rights when it comes to breastfeeding across …

I am happy to offer a guest post this week from Samara over at Tiny Fry. “Why didn’t I think of that?” is something you hear parents say all the …

Figure 8 Maternity is having plenty of specials for World Breastfeeding Month. Their latest is 15% off our Favorite Brands:  Boob Design, Mother's en Vogue, Spring Maternity, and Bove. They also …

I've had three babies and have perfected breastfeeding on the go, but it wasn't always this way. When I was a new first time mom I was nervous about breastfeeding …

It’s World Breastfeeding Week 2017! World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated from August 1-7 each year. It is a celebration and promotion of breastfeeding. Last year World Breastfeeding Week celebrated breastfeeding …

My third baby is teething. She did not even get one tooth until almost 10 months old, and since then three more have arrived. Teething has been different with each …

Well, I did it. I tandem breastfed a toddler and a newborn for almost a year. It's crazy to me because I never thought that was something I would do. …

Pregnancy is hard. Wow, is it hard. It takes a serious toll on our bodies. Especially if you are already slightly overweight and of advanced maternal age. (Yes, I know …

Well, I have been writing here at breastfeeding needs for almost three years! This blog has seen me through three babies and five plus years of breastfeeding almost nonstop. I …

After three babies in less than five years, breastfeeding for those five years straight, and trying more nursing bras than I thought humanly possible I am ready to offer some …

It’s sale time at Figure 8 Maternity. I have written about my favorite maternity and nursing store many times. They are now having a buy more sale. Receive $20 off …