Pumping Survival School

Your no-nonsense, no-judgment guide to pumps and pumping.

Pumps and pumping

What does a "normal" nipple look like?

The thing is, nipples come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and colours, and there is no such thing as a "normal" nipple. However, there may be certain characteristics that...

What does a "normal" nipple look like?

The thing is, nipples come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and colours, and there is no such thing as a "normal" nipple. However, there may be certain characteristics that...

The fourth trimester: thrive guide

During the fourth trimester (the first 12 weeks after your baby is born), mums need care (and cuddles, if you’re so inclined) too.

The fourth trimester: thrive guide

During the fourth trimester (the first 12 weeks after your baby is born), mums need care (and cuddles, if you’re so inclined) too.

Do I need to eat healthier while pumping?

Pumping and breastfeeding mothers have enough to worry about without second guessing whether we should be eating that Mars Bar or drinking that much-needed latte.

Do I need to eat healthier while pumping?

Pumping and breastfeeding mothers have enough to worry about without second guessing whether we should be eating that Mars Bar or drinking that much-needed latte.

Transitioning from nursing to pumping

Whether you have nursed your baby for a short time, or months, transitioning to exclusively pumping can be quite an emotional time for both you and your child. As well...

Transitioning from nursing to pumping

Whether you have nursed your baby for a short time, or months, transitioning to exclusively pumping can be quite an emotional time for both you and your child. As well...

Can pain inhibit milk flow?

If you’re one of the 7 in 10 women who experience pain or discomfort when you’re pumping, you might have wondered if it’s impacting your milk flow. Spoiler alert -...

Can pain inhibit milk flow?

If you’re one of the 7 in 10 women who experience pain or discomfort when you’re pumping, you might have wondered if it’s impacting your milk flow. Spoiler alert -...

Downloadable Nipple Ruler

One of the best things you can do for a comfy pump is make sure you have the right size flange. To figure out your nipple size, place the semi-circle...

Downloadable Nipple Ruler

One of the best things you can do for a comfy pump is make sure you have the right size flange. To figure out your nipple size, place the semi-circle...