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The current infant formula shortage in the United States is causing a lot of stress to parents and care givers who rely on it to feed not only their infants, but also loved ones who may have complex medical needs. I've been fielding a lot of questions from worried moms about increasing their milk supply, re-lactating, and what to do if they have trouble locating the formula their baby normally drinks.
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 Thanks to the signing of the Affordable Care Act in 2010, most health insurance companies cover the cost of a breast pump. The quality of the pumps covered can vary by insurance policy, so do your homework. Not all breast pumps are created equal.
 Whether traveling for work or leisure, as a breastfeeding mom you will need to pump if you are away from home without your little one. Here are a few of our favorite {pumping} things, plus tips for smooth travels with your breastmilk in tow.
 I cannot tell you the number of times I've made a home visit and midway through the conversation, the client sheepishly admits to hiding infant formula and bottles in a cabinet beforehand. It doesn't surprise me when this happens, but it does disappoint me, because parents should never be made to feel ashamed about infant feeding choices.
 If there's one shared common concern among breastfeeding parents, it's whether or not one is making enough milk for their baby. With solid support and proven methods for building milk supply, parents can enjoy breastfeeding with confidence.
 Q. At my baby's first visit with the pediatrician, we were told to give her Vitamin D drops. I thought my milk had all the nutrients my daughter needs? Are the drops necessary? If as a breastfeeding mom, you are not sure if you have ever had a plugged duct, I can tell you- you haven't. Plugged ducts are incredibly painful and can be downright stubborn to release. As a lactation consultant in the greater Cincinnati area for several years now (and 6x nursing mom myself!) I can share with you the best ways to prevent a plug from developing- and how to quickly find relief if one does!
 Now that you're ready to wean from the pump, you might be wondering what to do with it once you are done. Tossing it into the trash is wasteful. Can you give it to a friend or donate it? We are covering your options so you find a safe, healthy solution for disposing of your old breast pump.
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