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Work. Pump. Repeat.: The New Mom's Survival Guide to Breastfeeding and Going Back to Work Hardcover – September 8, 2015

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The award-winning, practical, relatable, and humorous guide to surviving the difficult, awkward, and rewarding job of being a breastfeeding, working mom.

Meet the frenemy of every working, breastfeeding mother: the breast pump. Many women are beyond “breast is best” and on to figuring out how to make milk while returning to demanding jobs.
Work. Pump. Repeat. is the first book to give women what they need to know beyond the noise of the “Mommy Wars” and judgment on breastfeeding choices.

Jessica Shortall shares the nitty-gritty basics of surviving the working world as a breastfeeding mom, offering a road map for negotiating the pumping schedule with colleagues, navigating business travel, and problem-solving when forced to pump in less-than-desirable locales. Drawing on the war stories, hacks, and humor of working moms, and on her own stories from her demanding job and travel in developing countries, she gives women moral support for dealing with the stress and guilt that come with juggling working and breastfeeding. As she tells the reader in her witty, inspiring manifesto, “Your worth as a mother is not measured in ounces.”

“An incredible resource for breastfeeding moms going back to work. But this is also a must read for anyone working or living with a pumping mom, even the guys. Jessica’s spirit comes through, irresistibly fun and honest you can’t help but laugh and be humbled at the same time.” —Blake Mycoskie, founder & chief shoe giver, TOMS
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“Debut author Shortall strikes the perfect note . . . and takes a casual, keeping-it-real tone toward everything from ‘porn-star boobs’ to pumping during conference calls. . . . It’s the kind of information an intimate, chatty friend who’s done it all could share in a few lunchtimes and a session on the couch—did you know you can sterilize coffee cups in the microwave and pump milk into them?—except that not every mom has those kinds of friends. Having such helpful tips and tricks in print will be a godsend to the back-to-work mom who doesn’t have time for everything to go any less than smoothly.”―Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Work. Pump. Repeat. is an incredible resource for breastfeeding moms going back to work. But this is also a must read for anyone working or living with a pumping mom, even the guys. Jessica's spirit comes through, irresistibly fun and honest you can't help but laugh and be humbled at the same time. Little did I know that Jessica would be unearthing some of life's most valuable lessons for women, managers and employers while she was pumping in cars during our infamous Nepal trip.―Blake Mycoskie, Founder & Chief Shoe Giver, TOMS

"Work. Pump. Repeat. is an incredible resource for breastfeeding moms going back to work. But this is also a must read for anyone working or living with a pumping mom, even the guys. Jessica's spirit comes through, irresistibly fun and honest you can't help but laugh and be humbled at the same time. Little did I know that Jessica would be unearthing some of life's most valuable lessons for women, managers and employers while she was pumping in cars during our infamous Nepal trip."―Blake Mycoskie, Founder & Chief Shoe Giver, TOMS

“When you read Jessica Shortall’s book, you feel as if your wicked smart and big-hearted friend sat you down to give you the good, the bad and the (often hilarious) reality about pumping at work. Finally a comprehensive book on pumping at work I feel confident about recommending to my clients!”―
Elaine McGhee, founder, www.ThriveMomma.com

“Shortall manages to be both hilarious and informative in the non-condescending manner that can only come from someone who has truly been there . . . the result is a holy grail of information. I described the book to a friend as 'postpartum-pee-inducing funny.’ It is a book I not only want to buy for my soon-to-be-working-mom friends, but also for all of my coworkers so that they can just finally understand.”―
Liberating Working Moms

“As IBCLCs, we understand the theory behind pumping and the production of breast milk. However, no one can understand the practicalities and the emotional cost better than a mom who has done it! Jessica Shortall’s book has hit on an area of need. Based on her own experience, she delivers practical how-tos that other books are missing.”―
Cindy Leclerc, RN IBCLC and Jana Stockham, RN IBCLC, co-creators of NuuNest

“I read
Work. Pump. Repeat. both as a mother who breastfed and worked, and as an IBCLC. The information in this book is spot-on [regarding] the science behind lactation, written so that stressed working moms will understand it with no jargon to wade through. Ms. Shortall tells it like it is and doesn’t sugarcoat the realities of breastfeeding and working. She reminds us that breastfeeding isn’t all or nothing and some breastmilk is better than none. Bravo!”―Robyn Roche-Paull, BSN, RN, IBCLC, author of Breastfeeding in Combat Boots

“A must-read for any mom who plans to pump at work. Jessica Shortall provides a thorough, practical, and relatable guide to the many challenges and rewards of being a pumping mom. She nimbly avoids controversy and judgment and presents all the things a working mom needs to know, even the things she didn't know she needed to know.”―
JJ Keith, author of Motherhood Smotherhood

“A solid advice guide that should be on the shelves of any woman who enjoys a career and who wants to return to it while continuing to nurture her child: a guide very highly recommended for its exceptional focus and well-rounded discussion of the realities of the venture.”―
D. Donovan, senior e-book reviewer, Midwest Book Review

“I’ve read a sneak preview edition, and it is Very Very Good—the author describes it as a ‘judgment-free zone,’ and she’s not kidding. And it’s absolutely stuffed with practical, detailed advice.”―
Breastfeeding Without BS

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Work. Pump. Repeat. is an incredible resource for breastfeeding moms going back to work. But this is also a must read for anyone working or living with a pumping mom, even the guys. Jessica's spirit comes through, irresistibly fun and honest you can't help but laugh and be humbled at the same time. Little did I know that Jessica would be unearthing some of life's most valuable lessons for women, managers and employers while she was pumping in cars during our infamous Nepal trip. ― Blake Mycoskie, Founder & Chief Shoe Giver, TOMS

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1419718703
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Abrams Image; 1st edition (September 8, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781419718700
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1419718700
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.75 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 742 ratings

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Jessica Shortall is a working mother of two, with a career dedicated to the intersection of business and doing good.

Jessica is a featured writer and interview subject on breastfeeding, pumping at work, working parenthood, social impact, and the business case for equality. She is a writer (The Atlantic, TIME, Huffington Post, The Bump, Working Mother Magazine, and more), with posts that are consistently viral and widely shared. She is also a noted speaker: She keynoted SXSW in 2017, and her 2015 TED talk on the case for paid parental leave gained more than 1 million views in its first two months.

For five years, she was the first Director of Giving for TOMS Shoes, a job that had her literally circumnavigating the globe with a breast pump.

Jessica started her adult life as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Uzbekistan and has worked in the non-profit, start-up, corporate, and human rights worlds in the U.S. and internationally.

Before she had children, Jessica enjoyed travel, yoga, reading, U.S. presidential history, and cooking. She's finding her way back to those things, when she can.

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Customers find the book helpful and informative, providing sage advice and encouragement for breastfeeding and pumping. They appreciate the author's humor and down-to-earth language that make it an easy read. The book provides practical tips and general encouragement regarding breastfeeding and pumping. Customers find the non-judgmental tone and approach encouraging and supportive, making them feel strong and empowered.

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147 customers mention "Information quality"147 positive0 negative

Customers find the book helpful and informative. They say it provides sage advice, great hacks, and encouragement for going back to work. The book is essential reading for preparing to go back to work. It feels more like hearing advice from a friend, and helps set you up for success and realistic goals once you're back. The book also has a full chapter at the end detailing numerous resources that could be needed.

"...Pumps are easy. I mean, just look at them. Just use it." And that was it. I knew I was going to have to find my answers elsewhere...." Read more

"...It was an easy and funny read, which was light and relatable...." Read more

"There were some helpful tips, some antiquated tips, and some things that just seemed basic knowledge...." Read more

"...The author gives you such helpful information like what to bring to work when you pack your pump bag, how to handle different disasters, traveling..." Read more

49 customers mention "Humor"49 positive0 negative

Customers find the book humorous and easy to read. They appreciate the author's witty writing style and non-judgmental tone.

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"...Jessica has a way of presenting the information in a relatable, fun way. It was a quick read, and I have a notebook full of tips and tricks...." Read more

"Its a fun book, and the kind of book that definitely encourages any mom who pumps at work (which is great)...." Read more

"This is a fantastic book, full of humorous encouragement for all those mamas pulling double-duty (breastfeeding & working)...." Read more

48 customers mention "Readability"48 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to read and well-written. They appreciate the down-to-earth language and helpful plan for breastfeeding. The author's writing style is non-judgmental and empowering, keeping readers engaged.

"...I love her style of writing in a non-judgmental, empowering way. She left me feeling like I can do this...." Read more

"...It was an easy and funny read, which was light and relatable...." Read more

"...Her checklists are detailed and instructions are clear...." Read more

"...It was a quick read, and I have a notebook full of tips and tricks. Jessica is a lifesaver!..." Read more

34 customers mention "Breastfeeding advice"34 positive0 negative

Customers find the book helpful for breastfeeding and pumping. It provides practical tips and encouragement for staying committed to breastfeeding goals. They appreciate the logical approach and how it alleviates concerns about pumping and leaving their baby.

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"...It was helpful with schedules, how to ask for a lactation room (didn’t even know that there would be one in the office and sure enough we had one),..." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's forgiving tone and its ability to inspire them. They find it empowering and say it's a helpful guide for mothers.

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Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2016
    Before I had my first baby, I remember sitting in a breastfeeding class put on by the hospital we were delivering in. I raised my hand and asked the instructor, "So, do they show you how to use a pump in this class or in the hospital? I'm going back to work and would really like to know." Her actual reply was, "No. Pumps are easy. I mean, just look at them. Just use it." And that was it. I knew I was going to have to find my answers elsewhere. Which is sad, really, because it's not unusual to be a working mom.

    This book is amazing. I'm going back to work next week after having my first baby and I feel like this book really prepared me for the realities of pumping and being a working mom. The tips are real and practical, and Jessica's stories are extremely helpful. I have my first work trip coming up in a couple months and feel so prepared already. Buy this book before you have the baby so you know how to navigate the conversations with your HR department before you go on maternity leave. Then re-read the book before you go back to work. I've already read it twice and gleaned even more the second time around! I love her style of writing in a non-judgmental, empowering way. She left me feeling like I can do this.

    If you're planning on working and pumping, do yourself a favor and buy this book.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2019
    I loved this book! I started reading about a month prior returning for work. It mentally prepared me for what’s ahead. I didn’t want to go to work, but it helped me knowing that there are other working moms going through same thing. It was an easy and funny read, which was light and relatable. It was helpful with schedules, how to ask for a lactation room (didn’t even know that there would be one in the office and sure enough we had one), booking your calendar for pump sessions and most importantly travel while pumping. When it was time to travel, I referred to the chapter and got my supplies ready. I even asked the TSA to change their gloves when inspecting my cooler (I would have never thought of it). Definitely buy it, it will help you get ready!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2024
    There were some helpful tips, some antiquated tips, and some things that just seemed basic knowledge. It was a good read to make sure I had mentally checked all the boxes before returning to work, and I'd likely recommend at least a quick read. I did receive a used book despite buying new which was a bit annoying but certainly livable.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2024
    I have recommended this book to so many people after reading it! This has helped calm so many of my return-to-work anxieties. The author gives you such helpful information like what to bring to work when you pack your pump bag, how to handle different disasters, traveling and pumping, and so much more. I highly recommend this to anybody that wants to continue breastfeeding or pumping when they return to work!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2016
    Jessica gives a hilarious point of view in the world of pumping as a working mom. I am blessed to have a very supportive employer that meets my breast pumping needs, but I took note of her tips and stories for when I found myself pumping in rather public and/or strange places. Her checklists are detailed and instructions are clear. Her recommendations actually helped me update my employer's breast pumping policies and give input on the newly built lactation room.

    I was glad she called out the pump as your new frenemy. I thought she was making it up while I was reading this guide on maternity leave. Now that I'm working and pumping I now understand her wisdom. Jessica is right. You both hate and love that mechanical baby.

    My favorite part of this guide is Jessica gives you confidence in your breastfeeding and pumping decisions. She gives you all of the options and leaves you to decide what's best for you and the baby. This is completely opposite of other pumping guides which seem to force down your throat that their way is the only way.
    15 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2016
    This book is a no-nonsense guide unlike any other breastfeeding book I could find. I was looking for something straightforward and organized that I could easily flip back to mid-pump. Before discovering this book, general breastfeeding guides didn't quite answer the questions I was looking for as a mom who will be back to work soon after the baby is born. Where would I find a place to nurse at work? How do I approach this with my boss? What if I have to be away for travel? I wanted information tailored to working moms like me, and this was the book! Jessica has a way of presenting the information in a relatable, fun way. It was a quick read, and I have a notebook full of tips and tricks. Jessica is a lifesaver! This is definitely a book to keep on the shelf and reread when it's time to prepare for baby #2. If you're a mom hoping to continue to breastfeed (almost) stress-free when you return to work, don't miss this read.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2019
    Best purchase I've made during pregnancy. I almost finished the book over a weekend. A must read for moms returning to work who plan on pumping. Many helpful tips and tricks. I highlighted the important stuff I know I may come back to once baby is here or when I go back to work. This book gives real, relevant advise for recent moms juggling work and a baby. As stated in the book most breastfeeding books focus on the early stages: latching, positions, and getting a good start to breastfeeding. This book helps to set you up for success and realistic goals once you're returning to work unlike most popular breastfeeding books which assume you plan to be a stay at home mom or will be exclusively breastfeeding/nursing without much info on pumping. I'm so glad I read this now and probably will refer back to it later on. Put my mind at ease on some issues I was most concerned with returning to work and establishing/keeping milk supply while pumping. An updated, relevant read for working mommies.
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  • karla
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best tips
    Reviewed in Mexico on May 17, 2017
    This books cover almost all scenarios a working mom can face. Also gives an interesting approach to social difficulties moms hace to deal. Prepare to read the word doable a lot XD
  • UKBadger
    5.0 out of 5 stars Super helpful, awesome book!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 8, 2017
    I LOVE this book! I haven't actually started back at work yet so I haven't put this so into practice, but it's helped me feel way more mentally prepared. I had originally thought I'd give pumping at work a try but it probably wouldn't work, but now I have confidence I can make it work for us! I also love the style of the writing; it's very down to earth, practical, and no nonsense. It fits my style perfectly.

    This is an American book so a few sections don't directly apply to the UK work environment, but those bits are few and far between. I frequently refer back to sections to re-read, and reference this book when talking to my friends often. I highly recommend this to anyone considering pumping at work!!
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good advice
    Reviewed in Australia on April 1, 2017
    For those dreading the end of matt leave and wanting some motivational reading.
    Pumping at work is anxiety provoking. This book covers some areas that you might be fretting about!
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