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REGISTERED NURSE & CERTIFIED LACTATION CONSULTANT

Whether you are preparing for birth or navigating the road to weaning, I am here to meet you exactly where you are. Through evidence-based blog posts and in-depth guides, I want you to feel informed, empowered, and genuinely supported throughout your entire breastfeeding journey.

Because a positive breastfeeding experience is something you deserve.

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Flange Sizing Pocket Guide
Flange Sizing Pocket Guide
$9.00

Sore nipples. Low output. Clogged ducts that keep coming back. If this sounds familiar, your flange size might be the culprit.

This Flange Sizing Pocket Guide is an easy-to-follow resource that guides you through one of the most overlooked variables in pumping success: flange fit.

This guide is meant to provide quick answers for flange sizing, including:

  • How to measure your nipples, including how to use various measuring tools

  • How to use that measurement to test different flange sizes

  • What pumping looks when when your flange is too large, too small, or a “best fit”

Whether you’ve been pumping for months or have yet to touch your pump - this guide will teach you the first steps of flange sizing.

This is a basic overview. This is not a deep dive into flange sizing. If you would like the complete guide, read the description of my Flange Sizing Guide before you decide which one is right for you.

You deserve a pumping journey that doesn’t suck.

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Free Printable Nipple Measuring Tool
Free Printable Nipple Measuring Tool
$0.00

Trying to find your flange size? Start with accurate measurements!

Measuring is the essential first step of flange sizing! This complimentary printable nipple measuring tool will guide you on how to measure your nipple correctly and assist in determining your appropriate flange size.

The first step toward a more comfortable and effective pumping experience.

Important: When printing, be sure to select 100% or actual size on letter size paper. Avoid choosing "fit to page" or "scale to fit," as this will compromise the accuracy of the measurements.

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Flange Sizing Guide
Flange Sizing Guide
$18.00

Finally understand flange sizing and how to find your size.

Sore nipples. Low output. Clogged ducts that keep coming back. If this sounds familiar, your flange size might be the culprit.

This Flange Sizing Guide is a comprehensive, easy-to-follow resource that covers everything you need to know about one of the most overlooked variables in pumping success: flange fit.

Whether you’ve been pumping for months or have yet to touch your pump - this guide will teach you everything you need to know about flange sizing.

Inside, you'll learn:

  • How and when to measure your flange size at home, and when to remeasure

  • Detailed signs your flange is working well for you - and signs it isn’t

  • Troubleshooting tips if you’re struggling to find your perfect size

  • The difference between flange materials: hard plastic, silicone, and flexible inserts - and which is best suited for you

  • How flange shape affects both comfort and how well you empty

  • How to customize your pumping setup with a flange that will actually work for you - not against you

This is not a basic overview. This is the deep dive that most people never get. The information that should have come in the box with your pump but didn't. If you are interested in quick answers instead of a deep dive, check the description of my Flange Sizing Pocket Guide before deciding which one is right for you.

Because you deserve to have a pumping journey that doesn’t suck.

this is a digital product.

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The answer is probably already waiting for you.

From preparing to breastfeed before your baby arrives to navigating the weaning process, my blog is full of intentional, evidence-based education to answer your breastfeeding questions. Search by topic, stage or just start scrolling!

Prefer to watch your education? Head to my “search my Instagram” page and search through my reels to find answers to your breastfeeding questions!

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How c/section delivery can impact breastfeeding - and how to mitigate this impact!

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A list of breastfeeding essentials as a lactation consultant and mother of two!

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Caffeine and breastfeeding

Is caffeine consumption safe while breastfeeding?

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Pacifier recommendations

Things to consider when introducing a pacifier. Brands I recommend.

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Introducing cows milk to your breastfed baby

Is cow’s milk necessary to meet baby’s nutritional needs? How to continue breastfeeding while also introducing milk.

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Hi, my name is Hannah

Let’s tackle this beautiful journey of breastfeeding together!!

I have been a postpartum nurse for 8 years and had my first baby two years ago. I thought I would be prepared for my breastfeeding journey based on my experience, but I ended up facing a multitude of challenges including nipple shields, blebs, clogged ducts, slow weight gain, triple feeding, nipple pain, and eventually exclusive pumping. Safe to say I learned a lot during my first breastfeeding journey. My experience encouraged me to become a Certified Lactation Consultant so I could better help my postpartum patients. Shortly after I got my CLC I began the Instagram page @your.breast_friend in order to bring what I had learned to more breastfeeding mothers!

My passion has become educating pregnant and breastfeeding mamas on everything breastfeeding, using evidence based practice to make every breastfeeding journey a more positive experience. I am so glad you found my page and I hope I can help you on your breastfeeding journey!

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Planning on breastfeeding? I 1000% recommend adding a hand pump to your registry!! A hand pump is such a great backup pump! It doesn’t need a charge or batteries and it’s so easy to pack with you “just in case”! I can’
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Breastmilk is dynamic and will change in composition as baby gets older! A breastfed baby generally caps out at around 4oz/bottle. The amount doesn’t need to increase as baby gets older and the flow of the nipple doesn’t need to increas
Why a portable pump? I’ve emphasized how important it is to use a primary pump to support and maintain your milk supply. However I also understand that these pumps are not always the most convenient, especially at work. A common question I g
My favorite technique to use while pumping!! Try it out and let me know if you see any improvement in milk output or pumping efficiency! p.s you can also use breast compressions when baby is nursing! This can improve milk flow while baby is eating!
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Your body only creates one kind of milk: breastmilk. Foremilk is the breastmilk available when your baby starts a feeding, and hindmilk is the breastmilk your baby gets toward the end of a feed. There is no determined point when it “switches
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This is a general guideline! There will absolutely be some variability. If you feel that your pumping setup is not working well for you, I would highly recommend seeking the support of a lactation consultant! (this way you can receive individualized

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

Whether you need a guide, a resource, an educational blog post or just someone in your corner, I am here to be your breast friend throughout your entire breastfeeding journey.

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