Where Science Meets
the Soul of Motherhood
Culturally rooted breastfeeding, lactation, and postpartum support for every mother and family.
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Let’s Set the Record Straight
Things you’ve probably heard — and the truth behind them.
"You need to drink milk to make milk"
FACTNope. Your body makes breast milk from your blood supply, not from what you drink. Stay hydrated, but cow’s milk isn’t required.
"Small breasts mean less milk"
FACTBreast size has nothing to do with milk supply. Supply is about demand — the more baby feeds, the more you make.
"If it hurts, that’s normal"
FACTSome tenderness in the first days is common, but ongoing pain usually means something needs adjusting. Get help — you don’t have to push through.
"You can’t breastfeed if you’re taking medication"
FACTMost medications are compatible with breastfeeding. Check LactMed or e-Lactancia before stopping — and always ask a professional.
"Formula moms failed"
FACTAbsolutely not. Fed is best. Every family’s journey is different, and choosing formula — for any reason — is a valid choice.
"You should stop breastfeeding when baby gets teeth"
FACTTeeth don’t mean it’s time to stop. Babies can breastfeed comfortably with teeth — and many do well into toddlerhood.
"Pumping output = your supply"
FACTA pump is never as efficient as a baby. Low pump output doesn’t mean low supply.
"You need to ‘toughen up’ your nipples before birth"
FACTPlease don’t. Your body is already preparing. Nipple prep is a myth that can actually cause harm.
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Trusted Resources
Resources we actually use and recommend to the families we work with.
Links checked: April 11, 2026
KellyMom
Evidence-based info from the gold standard in breastfeeding education.
VisitLa Leche League
Mother-to-mother support in communities across the U.S.
VisitLactMed
Need to check if a medication is safe while breastfeeding? Start here.
VisitWIC Support
Free breastfeeding support through the WIC program.
VisitCalifornia WIC Handouts
California WIC breastfeeding guides and printable handouts in English and Spanish.
VisitFind an IBCLC
Search for a board-certified lactation consultant near you.
VisitBreastfeeding Helpline
IE Loving Support: (888) 451 2499. LA PHFE WIC: (888) 278 6455.
Postpartum Support International
Call or text 800 944 4773. In Spanish, text 971 203 7773.
InfantRisk Center
Evidence-based medication safety info for breastfeeding families.
VisitStanford Newborn Nursery
Professional breastfeeding education videos.
VisitLactation Education Resources (LER)
Free parent handouts on latch, positioning, engorgement, and more. Evidence-based and beautifully illustrated.
VisitAcademy of Breastfeeding Medicine
Free clinical protocols and parent handouts. The gold standard for evidence-based breastfeeding medicine.
VisitFirst Droplets
Learn the ABCs of breastfeeding before delivery. Video resources for early milk and hand expression.
VisitGlobal Health Media
Free breastfeeding & childbirth videos in 50+ languages. Download the Birth & Beyond app.
Visite-Lactancia
Check if medications are safe while breastfeeding (multilingual).
VisitHealth Information Translations
Breastfeeding info in 20+ languages.
VisitLa Leche League en Español
Apoyo de madre a madre en español.
VisitOficina para la Salud de la Mujer
Guía completa de lactancia en español.
VisitWIC en Español
Apoyo gratuito de lactancia.
VisitGlobal Health Media (Español)
Videos de lactancia en español.
VisitLa Leche League Asia 國際母乳會
母乳餵養資訊 (繁體中文)
VisitLa Leche League Canada 加拿大母乳會
中文母乳餵養資源
VisitMedlinePlus 多語言母乳餵養
多語言母乳餵養資訊
VisitLactation Education Resources 中文
中文母乳餵養手冊
VisitLa Leche League em Português
Apoio de mãe para mãe em português.
VisitGlobal Health Media (Português)
Vídeos gratuitos de amamentação em português.
VisitUNICEF Brasil — Amamentação
Guia completo de amamentação da UNICEF Brasil.
VisitTake a Break, Mama
Catch the drops — milk and honey falling from the sky. How many can you get in 30 seconds?
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