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Pumpables Milk Genie vs Spectra Breast Pump

Recently a reader asked me the difference between Pumpables Milk Genie vs Spectra 9 plus and S1 breast pump in terms of features and functionality.

Since there are several points to explain, I thought it would be better to create a separate article to discuss them in details. 

Are you also curious about the differences between Milk Genie vs Spectra breast pumps? In this article, I discussed the pros and cons of each breast pump so that you have enough information before deciding which breast pump to buy.

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Three Dental Tips for BreastfeedingMothers

Pssst... can I admit something...

I've been feeling guilty for neglecting my dental health once my third baby was born. Yes, perhaps I still brush my teeth twice a day, but other than that? Honestly, I didn't make it a priority at all. Not to mention those mid-night snacks when I felt hungry while nursing my baby at night. Can you relate?

So when Dr. Amanda Tavoularis from dentably.com approached me to offer her dental tips for breastfeeding mothers, I could not be happier. I need these tips and I believe you too as a breastfeeding mother would benefit from these oral hygiene tips.

Without further ado, let's go straight to her dental tips below.

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Spectra S2 vs Spectra 9 Plus | Which One Should You Choose

Lately I have been getting a lot of questions whether you should get Spectra 9 plus vs Spectra S1/S2. A lot of moms are torn between the hospital grade strength of S1/S2 vs portability of Spectra 9 plus.

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But the difference between these pump are not only in the size and weight. So in this article, I’d try to explain what you can get with each Spectra breast pumps (Spectra 9 plus vs Spectra S1/S2).

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Freemie Liberty Breast Pump Reviews

Have you ever felt how troublesome pumping is. You need to excuse yourself from work a few times daily. Or, perhaps you are at home and need to stop whatever you are doing just to do pumping.

Perhaps you wish you can multitask by pumping while doing other things. But ugh, the pumping bra does not fit nicely. Or perhaps, the moment you move around, the pumping tubes get detached from the pump motor. Anybody experience this before? =D

I feel you. And how I wish pumping is easier to do.

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5 Benefits of Protein Powder for Breastfeeding Moms

I still remember the advise that I got when my third baby was hospitalized due to not getting enough breast milk.Both the pediatrician and lactation consultant told me on how important it is to have a well-balanced diet. The lactation  consultant particularly emphasized on the importance of protein intake.But as much as how determined I […]

How many times have you searched Google, trying to find solution to your breastfeeding problem? I bet, countless time, ya? But with so many websites and mothers’ forum out there, it is so easy to find conflicting suggestions on what to do. Which one is correct..? Which site can you trust..? In this post, I would […]

10 ways to resolve clogged ducts for breastfeeding mom

Do you know what is one of breastfeeding mom’s nightmare? It is getting clogged milk ducts, ouch… With baby no 3, I frequently got clogged ducts during the early weeks. Trust me, it’s a lot of discomfort and pain. I tried so many things to quickly resolve that, but some ways are simply not effective. […]

best baby carrier for breastfeeding

I love to breastfeed in a baby carrier (Even at home, especially when my baby was a newborn). Can you nurse in any carriers? Unfortunately not. Not all carriers allow for easy and comfortable breastfeeding. Having said that, I thought it would be beneficial to share with you some of the very best baby carriers that […]