Omega-3's and Breastfeeding

The demands of pregnancy and lactation cause women's bodies to supply DHA to their growing baby. Without an adequate diet to support DHA intake for both her and her offspring's needs mother can become depleted.  Omega-3 Fatty Acids DHA and EPA found in fishoil are critical for infant brain development...

Common Breastmilk Nutrient Deficiencies

There are many reasons why nutrients are commonly deficient. Some, like iron, just aren't readily used in the breastmilk production process so they don't make it in to the final product. Others, like Vitamin D, are associated with the prevalence of Vitamin D deficient mothers, especially those living in environments with common...

6 Instagramers celebrating Black Breastfeeding Week

It's the 8th Annual Black Breastfeeding Week founded by Kimberly Seals Allers, Kiddada Green, and Anayah Sangodele-Ayoka, three women who recognized and took action to increase rates of breastfeeding within the black community. The CDC cites that just 73.7% of black infants are ever breastfed compared to 86.7% of white infants. This disparity has serious public...

Summer 2020: Popular Breastfeeding Research

Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., publishers and Breastfeeding Medicine have shared a special curation of their most cited research from 2020 so far, as well as several other popular reports.  Our favorites from the collection are those that sought to improve breastfeeding outcomes for low-income women or added to our otherwise short supply of evidence-based...

Media Release: Just what busy moms need during the hectic holiday season.

With celebrations filling households and gifts stacking up, maintaining mom and baby's health can take a backseat. This year, Momful is here to help. Offering vitamins and supplements formulated to support the specific needs of postpartum breastfeeding women so they can feel great while also meeting their breastfeeding goals. Their convenient...

Essential Nutrition for Postpartum and Breastfeeding Women

What’s in our Daily Regimen and Why Does it Matter? Taking care of a newborn is a tough job. Long days, no sleep, never-ending dirty diapers, and the list goes on. The thought of taking time to care for yourself, either physically or emotionally, is almost laughable. The fact is...

5 Amazing Facts that Prove Breast Milk is the Best Milk

Breast milk is the best milk. The composition and behavior of breast milk is unlike any other. These 5 facts will have you singing its praises until the cows come home.

COVID's Impact on Breastfeeding Moms

It's certainly an interesting time for breastfeeding moms. COVID-19 has only added to the physical and mental challenges of breastfeeding that ultimately net just 30% of babies being breastfed at 3 months compared to the 80% that initiated breastfeeding at birth. Every day brings more information about the implications of breastfeeding in a...

Media Release: Boost mom and baby's immune systems with Momful's Daily Regimen package

Momful, the new ecommerce brand helping postpartum moms reach their breastfeeding goals, is here to support new moms through Covid-19 At Momful, they know that right now is an uneasy time for new moms. Breastfeeding during a global pandemic adds to the mental and physical challenges of what is already a...

Our Promise to You During COVID-19

To our mamas, we're here for you during these uncertain times.  Breastfeeding during a pandemic adds to mental and physical challenges of this already very difficult season of life. Your and you baby's health is more important than ever to protect while we all try to ward off COVID-19. That's...

Virtual Support for Breastfeeding Moms

Many of us moms, especially those with fragile newborn babies, are staying home to protect our families and our communities from spreading COVID-19 but that poses challenges to women who are seeking support and even urgent help for their breastfeeding challenges. Thankfully, online communities and social networks have enabled us all...

Why We Give: Breastfeeding Isn't Free

Momful is built on the foundation of giving back for every purchase made. Our founder includes the statement of “breastfeeding is free” to be another reason women have misguided expectations about the act of breastfeeding. Although the statement originated with good intent - to highlight benefits of breastfeeding vs. bottle...

You're postpartum, so why are you still taking a prenatal?

There’s a lot to consider about your diet and nutrition when you’re planning to be the sole source of your baby’s food supply. It can be overwhelming. Save yourself the panicked trip to your local vitamin shop and from staring blankly at a wall of supplements. We took the guesswork...