Category Archives: Advice & Tips

Parenting can be hard work, and pregnant mums and new mothers sometimes need a little bit of extra help from other mums who know what they’re going through. Breastmates has created a special resource section filled with tried and tested parenting tips, common-sense advice on pregnancy and motherhood, unbiased help with infant feeding, and expert answers to your most important questions. Being a mum is the most important job you’ll ever do, and Breastmates cares about helping you to enjoy being a mum without the stress.

Upgrading from Single to Double Pump

Benefits of upgrading from a single to a double breast pump. Medela Freestyle breast pump

When is Best Time to Express

Attention mums that pump liquid gold - how did you build up your stash, and

Teething Powder Reviews

Weleda Teething Powder - reviews from other mums.

How Breastfeeding Tops Work

How Breastfeeding Tops Work - a quick run down on the designs of breastfeeding tops

Mum Recommended Breast Pumps

Mums give their reviews and feedback about breast pumps. Shared on Breastmates website

Hydrogel Breast Discs

Hydrogel Breast Discs - The #1 Product that we recommend any mum-to-be should buy to

Types of Maternity Clothes

Maternity Clothes: our crucial piece of advice when it comes to buying maternity clothing –

Guest Review of Bra size 16F

Product review on the HOTmilk bra Light Up the Stage. Written by a mother breastfeeding

Choosing a Pushchair

What to consider when choosing a pushchair..... Here are a few practical tips!

Which Baby Cot to Buy?

A few tips about choosing a cot for your baby.