Learning how to use a breast pump can take time and dedication, but is well worth the effort. Read our...
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Medela Family App
The Medela Family app by Medela helps you track your baby’s key activities, provides expert tips and helps you get the right products for your breastfeeding needs.
Breastfeeding your newborn: What to expect in the first week
Exactly what should you expect when you start breastfeeding your newborn? Read our guide on breastfeeding frequency and duration in the first week.
Breastfeeding and bonding with your newborn
The first few days and weeks with your newborn are special, with the focus on getting to know your baby – find out how breastfeeding can help build your bond.
What to expect when bringing your baby home
What to expect when bringing your baby home It’s the time when new parents realise their lives have changed forever....
Breastfeeding in the first month: What to expect
Confused about building and establishing your milk supply? If you need help or support, or just want to know what to expect, read our guide on breastfeeding in the first month
Too little breast milk? How to increase low milk supply
Concerned you might not have enough breast milk? Read our article to discover the key signs of low milk supply and find out how to produce more breast milk if you need to.
6 breastfeeding problems in the first week – solved
Having trouble breastfeeding your newborn? Read our expert tips and watch videos to solve common breastfeeding problems in the first week.
11 different breastfeeding positions
You may need to try a few breastfeeding positions before finding a favourite that works best for you and your...
5 tips for breastfeeding in public
Openly breastfeeding in public can take a little getting used to – check out our top tips to help make...
What is transitional milk?
For the first couple of weeks of your baby’s life, the composition of your breast milk is changing dramatically. Discover the extraordinary properties of this transitional milk.
Breastfeeding after one month: What to expect
Do you know when your breast milk supply settles down, or how your baby’s breastfeeding frequency and duration changes as he gets bigger and more active? Find out in our guide to breastfeeding after one month.
Does Introducing Solids Mean Bye-Bye to Breastfeeding?
For the first six months of life, a baby does not need any food or drink other than breastmilk –...
The Hardest Thing about Being a Mom – Advice from Medela Moms
Being a mom is often described as the “toughest job in the world.” It’s a “job” that doesn’t pay you...
Hey Mom, Wake Up I’m Hungry! – Why Babies Love Breastfeeding
Hi mom! I know you are in the middle of a wonderful dream, enjoying a sunny vacation with daddy on...
What’s “Normal” May Surprise You
Many new moms are interested in whether their baby’s development and their own performance as a breastfeeding mom are in...
How Breastmilk Differs from “Normal” Food
Breastmilk is one of nature’s most fascinating substances. Even though we describe breastmilk as a “perfect food,” it is really...
7 Ridiculous Breastfeeding Myths You Need to Know
New mothers often find themselves on the receiving end of all kinds of advice. Most people are genuinely trying to...