If you've been online recently in search of a pumping/nursing bra, the results can be a little overwhelming. Function and comfort being at the top of the list, this usually leaves us with the frumpy, ugly styles that do nothing for our postpartum confidence. However, Cake Maternity (who doesn't love cake?!) has a solution for all of the above.

When mothers decide that they will be breastfeeding/or pumping, it often leaves their partner curious about their role. Partners may feel that they may lose that bonding time with their babies or don't know how to support the breastfeeding journey. Here at Leva, we believe that breastfeeding can be a family connection.

One challenge many mothers face, along with all the other breastfeeding issues that arise, is nipple confusion. Some professionals argue that there isn't such a thing. Some disagree and highly recommend that you wait until breastfeeding is firmly established before introducing a pacifier or bottle nipple. Read on to find out more about nipple confusion.

With a simple internet search, you can find hundreds of choices for bras for breastfeeding mothers. While it is encouraging to have so many options, it can also quickly become overwhelming. Underwire? Material? Size? At LEVA, we want to make your breastfeeding journey as smooth as possible, including helping you pick out a bra that works best for you.

Oversupply comes with a completely different set of issues than under-supply. Mothers may experience persistent engorgement, leaking, and discomfort. In addition to difficulty with latching and emptying, there is an increased risk of clogged ducts and mastitis. Mastitis is an infection in the milk ducts. Read on to find out more about oversupply and how to manage it.

We are all aware that breast milk is packed full of magical nutritional benefits that perfectly support your child’s development, but did you know that the composition of breast milk changes over time? Read on to find out more about the properties of breast milk and how it transforms to meet your baby’s changing needs.

If you have ever left your pumped milk in the fridge overnight, you may have noticed the separation of the breastmilk. Rest assured, this is completely normal and expected. What you are seeing is the two types of milk that your body creates - foremilk and hindmilk.

Clogged milk ducts, while common, are uncomfortable and can quickly develop into mastitis. Most women (especially with their first baby) experience clogged ducts within the first six weeks after birth. Clogged ducts may also develop following missed nursing or pumping sessions, wearing constrictive bras, or when the infant begins sleeping for longer stretches. Read on to find out how to treat a clogged milk duct.

Keeping your breast pump parts clean is as important as keeping your baby's pacifiers and bottles/nipples clean. While each breast pump is different and breaks down differently, cleaning & sanitizing is similar with each pump.

One of the most regularly asked questions that breastfeeding mothers ask is, “how do I increase my breast milk supply?" Many moms turn to the internet in search of the best product on the market as a quick fix to help stimulate and increase their supply. Hundreds of products are available at the click of a mouse, ranging from pills, smoothies, cookies, and teas. However, it is not always that easy.

In this modern internet era, it is easy to get caught up in buying all the latest breastfeeding gadgets that supposedly make the process easier. While most of the accessories advertised on the market can be helpful, they are not always necessary. However, there are a few items that we consider essential. These items include a double electric pump (often covered by insurance), nursing bras, lanolin or nipple care cream, and storage bottles/milk bags. Read on to find out why these accessories can improve your breastfeeding outcomes.