Breasts and body fluids are two topics of conversation that are generally taboo in decent society. Passing off as “mommy club” conversation, however, women ask new moms about breastfeeding. In my experience, such questions come without invitation and the answers are less clear-cut than might be expected. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusively breastfeeding [...]
Ban on Formula Bags
OK, so here’s something I had to share that’s bound to be a little controversial. A few weeks ago, I was asked to be on the Mike and Juliet show to talk about breastfeeding, in relation to the recent NYC ban on formula bag giveaways at certain hospitals. At the time, I thought that the [...]
I’m Gonna Be On the Telly-Vision
Yep, that’s right. I’m gonna be on the TV! I’m heading out tonight to be on The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet at 9 a.m. tmrw. It’s broadcast mostly on FOX affiliates, but sometimes it can be found on NBC or CBS affiliates. Details were just finalized a few hours ago (gotta love T.V.!). [...]
Part-Time Job
Another nursing mommy friend of mine recently referred to pumping as a “A part-time job.” I never looked at it that way before, but it sure does make a lot of sense. And not just in the sense as it takes up way too much of my precious time. I’ve had a few part-time jobs [...]
A Pumping Story
I found myself nodding in agreement while reading the recent Ad Age article Breast-feeding Execs Add Another Appointment to Busy Schedules. The days of an ad industry professional (not just execs) are filled with meetings, brainstorms, IMs, emails, desk-side chats, and even occassionally, some actual work. I was fearful when I started back at work [...]
