Hellobee

It’s been a crazy series of weeks for The Popcorns. In addition to working full time, I organized an exhibition while Mr. Popcorn has been working around the clock. He recently received a promotion so at least his work is paying off, but our schedules have left us feeling pretty pooped. Balancing all of these [...]

It is California Law for employers to provide a private lactation room for breastfeeding mother’s.  As I was researching other similar laws, I stumbled upon a study done by the CDC revealing that mothers in California tend to breastfeed more, and longer than other states.  It could be because of our greater population of Hispanics, [...]

At Scribble’s six month appointment, he was sitting pretty at the 50th percentile in height and weight. I had become smug about nursing; we were on an easy schedule and my supply was as good as ever. I had given away all the unopened formula samples and was confident I’d make it to my goal [...]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: breastfeeding is the hardest thing I’ve ever done. It is a lot of work and a huge commitment, especially while working full time. I met and exceeded my goal of breastfeeding for a year and now that I don’t have a goal, I’m just taking it [...]

We launched several new Series today! First up, Mrs. Yoyo’s Hellobee highlights! Mrs. Yoyo’s Highlights Baby Yoyo’s Monthly Updates Mrs. Yoyo’s Visual Gear Guides We also launched three new Series on breastfeeding and pumping: Breastfeeeding (General Breastfeeding Information) Breastfeeding Problems Increasing Your Milk Supply We’re working on writing tons of Series so that we have enough [...]

…and by pumping system, I don’t mean the lovely Medela Pump In Style Advanced my dear friend has indefinitely loaned me. I mean the complex system I have come up with to make exclusive pumping while being a working mom to two young kids as efficient and non-time-consuming as possible. I am a very system [...]

I came home yesterday to find my new breast pump waiting on the front step. Although I have no use for it YET, I’m still excited about its arrival. One of the best parts? It was FREE! I paid $0.00 for a pump that retails for around $225. Above: My new breast pump – Ameda’s [...]