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The Power of Community: How Support Systems Enhance the Breastfeeding Journey
The Power of Community: How Support Systems Enhance the Breastfeeding Journey

The Power of Community: How Support Systems Enhance the Breastfeeding Journey

Breastfeeding is a beautiful, rewarding experience, but let’s be real—it can also be challenging. Whether you're a first-time mom or a seasoned pro, the journey of breastfeeding will come with its share of ups and downs. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or struggling with a latch, it’s not something you should go through alone. In fact, one of the most powerful tools in your breastfeeding toolbox is something that isn’t always talked about: a [...]

By Brittany Hausmann|2024-09-02T09:40:44-04:00September 1st, 2024|Breastfeeding, Parenting, Postpartum|0 Comments

Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week: Empowering Moms, One Snack at a Time
Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week: Empowering Moms, One Snack at a Time

Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week: Empowering Moms, One Snack at a Time

As we step into August, we’re thrilled to join you in celebrating World Breastfeeding Week from August 1-7! This special week is all about honoring the incredible journey of breastfeeding and providing support to every mom out there. Whether you’re just starting or you’re a seasoned pro, this week is for you. Why Breastfeeding Matters Breastfeeding is more than just a way to nourish your baby; it’s a beautiful bond that strengthens the connection [...]

By Brittany Hausmann|2024-07-30T18:11:58-04:00July 31st, 2024|Bessies, Breastfeeding, Pumping|0 Comments

Summer Wellness Tips for Breastfeeding Moms
Summer Wellness Tips for Breastfeeding Moms

Summer Wellness Tips for Breastfeeding Moms

Summer is the time for sunshine, relaxation, and enjoying some extra time in nature. For breastfeeding moms, it's also important to focus on wellness to ensure both you and your baby stay healthy and happy. Here are some tips and ideas to help you maintain your wellness routine during the warm months. Hydration is Key Staying hydrated is an essential part of any summer routine, but it’s particularly important for breastfeeding moms. Since breastmilk [...]

By Brittany Hausmann|2024-06-18T08:21:44-04:00June 28th, 2024|Breastfeeding, Parenting, Pumping|0 Comments

Nourishing Moments: How Breastfeeding Brings us Closer
Nourishing Moments: How Breastfeeding Brings us Closer

Nourishing Moments: How Breastfeeding Brings us Closer

What do you think of when you hear the word “nourishment?” You may be thinking of foods that nourish your body or fuel you, but nourishment goes so much deeper than that. We want to give you some nourishing “food for thought” about how intentionally finding nourishing moments in your day and breastfeeding journey can have a deeper impact on your overall health and well-being. Creating Nourishing Moments Every breastfeeding session is an opportunity [...]

By Brittany Hausmann|2024-05-30T21:29:35-04:00May 30th, 2024|Breastfeeding, Lactation Treats, Parenting, Pumping|0 Comments

Celebrating the Unbreakable Bond of Motherhood: A Tribute to Breastfeeding Moms
Celebrating the Unbreakable Bond of Motherhood: A Tribute to Breastfeeding Moms

Celebrating the Unbreakable Bond of Motherhood: A Tribute to Breastfeeding Moms

Mother's Day is a day to honor YOU, mom - the person who is in the trenches every day. As we celebrate this special occasion, we're taking a moment to shine a spotlight on the moms who are nearest and dearest to our hearts – the breastfeeding moms. The journey is one of love, challenges, and triumphs, and today, we want to take a moment to celebrate YOU. The journey of breastfeeding begins long [...]

By Brittany Hausmann|2024-05-11T17:09:57-04:00May 11th, 2024|Breastfeeding, Parenting, Postpartum|0 Comments

International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day

It’s International Women’s Day, and the team here at Bessie’s wants to take a moment to acknowledge the incredibly powerful, all-mighty WOMAN. If you’re a customer (or curious) of Bessie’s Best, then it’s likely that you’re a mom, and since women and moms don’t get enough of the recognition that they deserve, it’s important to us that you hear it. You’re doing incredible things. You’re shifting and shaping the world just by showing up as [...]

By Brittany Hausmann|2024-03-08T07:27:00-05:00March 8th, 2024|Lactation Treats, Parenting, Postpartum|0 Comments

Breastfeeding in Public: Tips for Nursing with Confidence
Breastfeeding in Public: Tips for Nursing with Confidence

Breastfeeding in Public: Tips for Nursing with Confidence

Are you a loud and proud breastfeeder or tend to have a more modest approach? Either way, when duty calls - or your baby screams - you gotta do what you gotta do! Although the laws vary by state, all states allow for breastfeeding in public so it is always within your right to do so. Here are some tips for confidently nursing in public: DRESS FOR THE OCCASION: Of course, the good ol’ nursing [...]

By Brittany Hausmann|2024-02-15T13:10:14-05:00February 15th, 2024|Breastfeeding|0 Comments

5 Tips for Maximizing Your Pumping Sessions
5 Tips for Maximizing Your Pumping Sessions

5 Tips for Maximizing Your Pumping Sessions

Whether you’re pumping at work, pumping periodically to have a backup stash, power pumping to increase your supply, or exclusively pumping, the PUMP can be a friend - and even a foe! - to many breastfeeding parents. Fitting pumping into your busy life as a new mom can be completely overwhelming, and add to your stress. This may, in turn, continue to negatively impact your supply. It’s a vicious cycle, and it can be hard [...]

By Brittany Hausmann|2024-01-31T19:19:00-05:00January 31st, 2024|Pumping|0 Comments

Bessie’s Best Brings Family Nest To The Pennsylvania Farm Show 2024
Bessie’s Best Brings Family Nest To The Pennsylvania Farm Show 2024

Bessie’s Best Brings Family Nest To The Pennsylvania Farm Show 2024

It was another great year at the Pennsylvania Farm Show, hosting the Bessie’s Best “Family Nest” where families could come during their day. Though it wasn’t a record-setting year for overall attendance, the event did break a record for the most cars parked in a day, so it was a great year all around. We certainly had a full house many times throughout the day. We got the opportunity to meet so many families with [...]

By Brittany Hausmann|2024-01-22T16:32:15-05:00January 22nd, 2024|Bessies, Breastfeeding, Lactation Treats, Pumping|0 Comments

Breastfeeding and Pumping for Working Moms
Breastfeeding and Pumping for Working Moms

Breastfeeding and Pumping for Working Moms

Going back to work after having a baby can be completely overwhelming. Not only do you have to leave your brand new baby, but you have to start new routines, figure out how to juggle the workload of home, work, and now parenthood, and when you’re breastfeeding, you have to figure out how to manage your supply. If you’re breastfeeding and going back to work, here are some ideas for ways to maintain your [...]