Pippeta are Men’s Health Champions: Let’s discuss what support dads need through pregnancy and beyond
Research has shown that postpartum anxiety and depression are common mental health challenges among fathers. At Pippeta, we’re committed to supporting dads every step of the way on their parenthood journey. This International Men’s Day 2024, we aim to provide encouragement and resources for expectant dads, new dads, and those...
Let’s Talk About Milk Donation! How and where to donate your breastmilk
Written in association with Laura Atherton from the Milk Bank at Chester. ‘I wish I’d heard about milk donation sooner!’ As a milk bank manager at the Milk Bank at Chester (England’s largest NHS milk bank) and trustee of UKAMB, this is a sentence I hear far too often!...
Breastfeeding and Pumping During Cold & Flu Season: How to Keep Mum and Baby Healthy
As the colder months settle in, concerns about keeping both mum and baby healthy during cold and flu season are top of mind. Many breastfeeding mums wonder how they can best protect their baby while maintaining their own health. Here, we cover practical tips and evidence-based guidance to help navigate...
5 Expert Tips for Effective and Stress-Free Pumping
Meet Maria Myers, our in-house IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) at Pippeta. Maria brings years of experience and is dedicated to supporting every parent’s unique feeding journey, ensuring that you receive tailored guidance with every Pippeta breast pump purchase. One of the many perks of choosing Pippeta is our commitment...
Nighttime Feeding Tips for Breastfeeding Success with Pippeta
Night feeds play an essential role in breastfeeding, supporting milk supply and ensuring babies receive the nourishment they need around the clock. However, these nighttime sessions can be both physically and emotionally demanding for parents. This guide, inspired by tips from International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs), offers evidence-based strategies,...
Breastfeeding and Weight-Loss Medications: What Nursing Mothers Need to Know about Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro
Written by Maria Myers (IBCLC) Breastfeeding is a unique period requiring a balanced approach to maternal health. As weight-loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro (all semaglutides) become more popular, many breastfeeding mothers are asking: Can these medications be safely used while breastfeeding? What Are Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro?...
Adjusting Your Baby’s Breastfeeding Routine for the UK Clock Change: Tips to Prepare and What to Expect
As the clocks go back this weekend in the UK, many parents wonder how this time change will affect their baby’s breastfeeding routine. With the shift from British Summer Time to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), it’s important to consider how this hour difference can impact your little one's feeding...
The Powerful Connection Between Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer Prevention
Breastfeeding is a profound act of nurturing, creating a bond between mother and child while offering a host of health benefits for both. However, its significance goes beyond infant nutrition—breastfeeding also plays a key role in reducing the risk of breast cancer. In this blog, we explore the links between...
Supporting NICU Mums: Navigating Breastfeeding & Bonding with Pippeta and Miracle Moon
In recognition of NICU Awareness Day, we’ve teamed up with Dr. Frankie Harrison, a clinical psychologist and NICU mum, to co-write an informative blog. We explore essential topics surrounding breastfeeding, pumping, and the vital support needed for NICU mums. Join us as we provide insights and practical advice to support...
The Importance of Finding the Right Flange Size for Your Pippeta Hands-Free Breast Pump
Co-written by Pippeta and Sally Rickard (IBCLC) Breastfeeding and pumping can be a rewarding journey, but it also comes with its own challenges. In our experience one area that mothers who choose to pump find challenging is identifying the correct flange size for their breast pump. The flange, or breast...