6 Important Things Every New Mum Needs To Know About Breastfeeding

As a new mum, you’re likely both excited and nervous about the prospect of breastfeeding. While it is undoubtedly one of the most natural and fulfilling forms of nourishing your little one, there are several important considerations to keep in mind if you choose to breastfeed. Here, are 6 key components that every parent should know while navigating their journey with breastfeeding.

6 Important Things Every New Mum Needs To Know About Breastfeeding

8 Important Stress-Management Tips for All Nurses

Nursing is considered a stressful profession due to complex job needs and demands. High expectations, minimal authority, and excessive responsibilities are highlighted as the primary stressors in nursing. Stress among nursing students and practitioners may be one of the most underrated yet significant problems in the field. It surfaces in various aspects of their professional and personal life.



According to the International Council of Nurses (ICN), the annual average expenses of job-related stress are approximately $200 and $300 million in the US, and 90 percent of nurses’ medical issues are associated with job stress. Stress among nursing professionals may influence their quality of life and the quality of patient care.

Kaylaa Bags - Stylish Bags for Breastfeeding Moms + Giveaway

If you're a working mom who is breastfeeding and pumping at work, and you struggle with bringing too many bags with you for your pumping needs, and the ugly "briefcases" just don't cut it.

Kaylaa Bags - Stylish Bags for Breastfeeding Moms

Kaylaa Breast Pump Bags are the perfect solution to bring all of your pumping necessities, plus laptop, purse, and everything else you may need, in just ONE single bag, effortlessly. And on top of that, everyone will envy how fashionable you are with your stylish bag, without even knowing it's a pump bag.

What Makes a Quality Nursing Bra? Introducing the Mamaway UltraComfort Maternity & Nursing Bra

I received complimentary products to provide this post. This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own.
 
Mamaway is a brand I was introduced to last year when I reviewed their ring sling. So I was excited to work with them again. I was recently asked to review their newest innovative product which is their UltraComfort Seamless Maternity & Nursing Bra. Though I'm no longer nursing, I do know what to look for in a quality nursing bra. 

 
 
Here is what I look for in a Quality Nursing Bra:

Mom Life Fashion with Udderly Hot Mama

I received complimentary products to provide this review. All opinions are my own.

Mom Life Fashion. Yoga Pants. Leggings. And Nursing Tops. Enough Said.
But you can still make mom life fashionable if you buy stylish leggings and nursing tops. I was recently introduced to Udderly Hot Mama Nursing and Pumping Wear. I was sent the Whimsical Wrap Nursing Top in Navy to review. Not only is this top SUPER cute, but it is VERY soft as well.
 
 

Breastfeeding Essentials from Evenflo Feeding Giveaway


Breastfeeding Essentials from Evenflo Feeding Giveaway
Hosted By: Nanny to Mommy
Sponsored By: Evenflo Feeding
Co-Hosted By: Mama Smith
 
Did you know August is National Breastfeeding Month? With World Breastfeeding Week being August 1-7? As you know, I am a strong breastfeeding advocate. Although I believe whatever way you choose to feed your babe, you should be supported. I am so excited to partner with Evenflo Feeding for this awesome giveaway.

16 Minute Club Breastfeeding Subscription Box Review - Limited Edition Sun & Fun

I received a complimentary box to provide this review. All opinions are my own.
 
Celebrate breastfeeding all summer long with 16 Minute Club's newest Limited Edition Sun & Fun Breastfeeding Subscription Box.
 

Curated by co-founders Chris Burdick (busy dad of three) and Wendy Wright (lactation consultant and mother of two) to meet all of your warm weather needs. 16 Minute Club is a breastfeeding subscription box curated to your stage of breastfeeding. Subscriptions start as low as $31.50 per box.

Introducing BeliBea the Innovative Nursing Bra

I received complimentary products to provide this review. All opinions are my own.
 
 Ever hear of a nursing bra that allows you the convenience to take a conference call, check email and provide your baby with what he or she needs while you’re pumping? With BeliBea bras, now you can have it.

BeliBea is a new innovative maternity bra line designed by mothers for mothers, developed to help women focus on the joy of their new babies by making nursing more comfortable and less stressful. The line combines the best of traditional maternity bras with an improved feminine shape and custom fit for better comfort.

Why Use a Nursing/Teething Necklace

I received this product complimentary to provide this review. All opinions are my own.



I recently had the opportunity to review a beautifully stylish Chew-Choos Sweet Pea Silicone Teething Necklace from Baby Pinch Boutique. I have mentioned teething/nursing necklace a few times on my blog, but I have mentioned WHY you might use one.

Enter to WIN from NursingBraExpress.com during the #MamasNewLook Giveaway Hop! Ends 1/29

Thanks to NursingBraExpress.com for sponsoring the products for this giveaway.



We just rang in 2015 and with a New Year comes the chance to develop a new YOU!
Welcome to the [3rd Annual] Mama’s Got a New Look Giveaway Hop Event. A fabulous group of bloggers have come together to give all you special, deserving Mamas a chance at a New Look for the New Year so be sure to hop around to all the blogs participating at the bottom of this post.

 

I am so excited to offer one very lucky Nanny to Mommy reader the opportunity to win a Satin Trim Cotton Sleep Bra by Nursing Bra Express™ and Molded Seamless Washable Nursing Pads by Baby Nip™, total retail value $33.50. This giveaway is sponsored by Nursing Bra Express.

Boho Mama Breastfeeding Wrap Review + Discount

I have always been shy about nursing in public. I have large breasts and I don't want a whole lot of skin showing. It's a personal preference. I would never judge the way someone else chooses to feed their baby, this is just for my body. I know that I SHOULD be able to feed my baby whenever he needs to be fed, including out in public. But the reality is that I don’t want unwelcome attention.

I received complimentary products to provide this review. All opinions are my own.

 

 
When is a nursing cover not a nursing cover? Answer ... when it's a Boho Mama Breastfeeding Wrap. You can literally wear it straight out of its stylish packaging. It's easy to wash and dry and it keeps its shape. You can carry this wrap in your purse or diaper bag because it folds up really small and does not crease. My sister-in-law is due with her second baby this month and I'm making a breastfeeding care package for her. I have decided to include this beautiful wrap in it.

Milk and Joy Organic Cotton Teething/Nursing Necklace Giveaway, Ends 9/9


Milk and Joy
Organic Cotton Teething/Nursing Necklace Giveaway
Hosted by: mama pure
Sponsored by: Milk and Joy

Enter to #WIN a NuRoo Pocket Babywearing Shirt! Ends 9/6


NuRoo Pocket
Babywearing Shirt
Hosted by: mama pure
Co-Hosted By: An Ordinary Housewife
Sponsored by: NuRoo

Enter to #WIN a Confetti Nursing Bra by Bravado from NursingBraExpress.com! Ends 9/5

 
 Nursing Bra Express
Confetti Nursing Bra by Bravado
Hosted by: mama pure
Sponsored by: Nursing Bra Express

Enter to #WIN a ComfyLicious Infinity Scarf, Ends 8/29

I did not receive products or monetary compensation to share this giveaway.


comfylicious-infinity-scarf

This giveaway is sponsored by ComfyLicious and hosted by Mommy By Nurture.
One lucky winner will get their color choice as shown in the photos above for one 100% rayon infinity scarf from ComfyLicious. To see how fashionable this piece is when worn, how to use it while breastfeeding for some fashionable modesty, or to learn more about the sponsor please see a FULL REVIEW ON THE INFINITY SCARF HERE.  

Enter to #WIN a Breastfeeding Combo Package from Mrs. Patel's! Ends 8/27

 
Mrs. Patel's
Treats & Teas For Lactation & Postpartum Healing
Hosted by: mama pure
Sponsored by: Mrs. Patel's

Enter to #WIN a Glamourmom Nursing Bra Long Top! Ends 8/23

glamourmom-nursing-tank-giveaway  
This giveaway is sponsored by Glamourmom and hosted by Mommy By Nurture
One winner is going to receive this brand new release from Glamourmom! A Nursing Bra Long Top w/Adjustable Chest Strap! Retail value is $59.00 and comes in sizes Small through XX-Large. In celebration of Global Breastfeeding Week and Breastfeeding Awareness Month Mommy By Nurture gave a FULL REVIEW HERE of the top along with wearing it to an advocacy photo shoot and The Big Latch On! You must see what she had to say about it!
A must have for any nursing Momma!

Enter to #WIN an Undercover Mama Nursing Tank! Ends 7/30 #KeepingCool

I received complimentary products from Undercover Mama to provide this review and giveaway. I received no monetary compensation. All opinions are my own.
 

Welcome to the 2nd Annual Keeping Cool in the Sun Giveaway Hop hosted by the Blogging Mamas Network. The temperatures are hot, but we're keeping things cool with some great Summer-themed giveaways! Check out all the bloggers and their fabulously cool giveaways in the linky below and don't forget to enter to win a pair of Long Sleeve Performance Crews from Montauk Tackle Company in the Grand Prize!

I am excited to be offering one lucky Nanny to Mommy reader a nursing tank (color of their choice) from Undercover Mama, RV $25!



NursingBraExpress.com Review

I received complimentary products from NursingBraExpress.com to provide this review and giveaway. I received no monetary compensation. All opinions are my own.

 

 
I'm a nursing mama right now. 4 Months breastfeeding milestone! :D
So if Christmas was in July, what I would REALLY want is a great nursing bra at a great price. And NursingBraExpress.com has all the go to things a breastfeeding mom needs.



I received a Molded Cotton Nursing Bra by QT Intimates for review.
This is NBE's best selling nursing bra. It's comfortable, supportive, and very soft. I wear this nursing bra almost every day! It is perfect for any occasion and keeps me cool with the breathable cotton/spandex material. It has quick-release one-hand nursing clasps on each cup which is VERY important so you can have access to the girls when you are in a hurry. I wear a larger size and so it has wider straps to help support the girls as well. You can wear this bra through both maternity and nursing. There's no underwire which is a plus for me, because I HATE underwire. It's also not padded, which is also great for me.

NursingBraExpress.com was amazing to work with and made sure I got exactly what I needed. Shipping was quick as well. They have so many other cute things to choose from as well, including super cute nipple hats for the littles and reusable nursing pads.

Make sure to follow NursingBraExpress.com on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram for more product info and fun giveaways!
 
Although I received free products to provide this review, all opinions are my own. I also only recommend products that I feel would be a good fit for my readers. If you would like to see your baby product reviewed or featured on Nanny to Mommy, please contact Diana.n.chastain@gmail.com.

Why I Like Nursing Canopies {Booby Trapper Review & Giveaway, Ends 6/3}

Disclosure: I received this product as part of an advertorial.

I was never a fan of nursing canopies (or covers) with my daughter. We never really used one because we were at home so much, so she never got use to it. So I was always very uncomfortable about nursing in public. I still prefer a good nursing shirt and that's it, but what if you aren't wearing a proper nursing shirt?

http://boobytrapper.ca
 

I am all for if you are comfortable not covering yourself. You shouldn't have to! You are just feeding your baby. I wish I had that confidence. I feel the need to make others around me feel comfortable and when they are people who you are with, that need is probably greater. It shouldn't be this way, but this is my issue. Hopefully one day I'll get over it.