1 Year of Breastfeeding Celebration!

We made it!

Hannah and I have had to overcome a lot to get here -
c-section, NICU, surgery on her labial frenum to improve her latch, going back to work at 9 weeks, my low supply while pumping, having to supplement with donor breastmilk, etc, etc
 - But we're here now!

We are excited to have met our goal of breastfeeding for 1 year.

In fact we're so excited that we wanted YOU to be able to celebrate to.  SO I contact some of our favorite companies and resources that offer wonderful products that facilitate breastfeeding, and asked them to be involved.

So watch the video and then check out the details below for links to the websites and products mentioned, as well as coupon codes and giveaways.

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Medela Freestyle Pump


Learn more about my pump

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Milkies Milk Saver

http://www.mymilkies.com/

The only milk saver on the market!  Using it while nursing helped me to save that leaking milk that I'd normally have lost in a breast pad.  Anything that helps me build my freezer stash AND saves me pumping time gets the Bubblelush stamp of approval.  Follow the amazon link below to get your own.  {Also a great idea for a baby shower or new baby gift.}

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Mama’s Breastfeeding Essentials Bundle includes all-natural necessities for every breastfeeding mama.Organic Milkmaid Tea is a USDA Certified 100% Organic nursing tea that helps support healthy breast milk production. Lanolin-free Natural Nipple Butter (2 fl. Oz.) is a naturally safe nipple cream that helps soothe and prevent sore, cracked nipples. Booby Tubes® are gel-free breast packs to use warm or cold to ease breasts sore from engorgement or mastitis. Safe and natural, with no toxins ever.

All bundled up in Earth Mama’s reusable, 100% Certified Organic cotton Mini Logo Tote, Mama’s Breastfeeding Essentials Bundle is a caring gift that provides extra support as a new mama adjusts to 24/7 milk-and-cuddle call!

Retail Value $46.09; buy the Bundle for just $36.87!

Booby Tubes® are natural, safe, gel-free breast packs made with a 100% organic cotton shell and filled with all-natural flax seed. Use warm or cold, depending on your nursing needs.

Store Booby Tubes® in the freezer and wear them inside your bra between feedings to help reduce the swelling and tenderness of engorgement and to comfort breasts during weaning.

When heated, Booby Tubes® safely deliver warm, moist heat to tender breasts to encourage milk flow, maintain open milk ducts to prevent clogged ducts, promote let-down and comfort the symptoms of infection or mastitis. Mama's unique gel-free construction was designed with extra care to help reduce the risk of burns.

And you'll be as pleased as Mama is to know they are made in the USA in a fair trade factory.

Two Booby Tubes per box, one for each side!

USDA Certified 100% Organic & Certified Kosher, Organic Milkmaid Tea was created for those times when the "milk of momness" needs a little encouragement. Tasty iced or hot Organic Milkmaid Tea is a fragrant and comforting blend of organic herbs traditionally used to help support healthy breast milk production.

Blended with traditional herbal galactagogues and mineral packed herbs, Organic Milkmaid Tea helps keep brea st milk flowing from healthy mama to healthy baby.

NOT FOR USE DURING PREGNANCY. Please note: many galactagogue herbs are not recommended for use during pregnancy in greater than culinary amounts.

All Earth Mama Angel Baby teas are naturally caffeine free, in biodegradable, easy to brew tea bags with compostable overwrap, and the 100% recycled and recyclable cartons were produced using wind energy. Steep, sip and enjoy!

Sore, cracked nipples? Mama’s got just the soothing balm for you! Natural Nipple Butter is lanolin free and not a bit sticky, so it smoothes on like, well, butter! 

Clinically tested, hospital recommended Natural Nipple Butter is safe, lanolin-free, zero toxin nipple cream for nursing mamas, and anyone with dry, cracked skin. Read the reviews! Chapped cheeks? Check! Dry elbows? Yup. And of course, healing help for nipples that are taking a beating from breastfeeding. Made with soothing organic Calendula and non-sticky natural plant butters to comfort and protect. Safe for baby too - no need to wash it off before nursing! Apply as needed, and after each feeding. 

Get these three products, plus the cute tote bag, in the Mama's Breastfeeding Essentials Bundle

Link: Earth Mama Angel Baby® Breastfeeding Products

Coupon Code!

And now through October 8th,

Save 15% off your order by using coupon code Bubble15 during checkout!

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Udder covers appears to be experiencing low availability and many styles are on backorder through November.  

Coupon Code!

{onefree}

Promo code for a FREE Udder Covers nursing cover! 

Use promo code "onefree" and it brings the price from $32 to $0!

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Nursing Cover Giveaway

Etsy Store

Craft Blog - Craftaholics Anonymous

Link to Giveaway!  

(will be posted September 27, 2011)

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Breast Milk Donation Resources

Website - Facebook - Twitter

Website - Facebook

La Leche League Article about How to Donate to a Milk Bank

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Uniting the breastfeeding community.

Connecting advocates, experts and parents. Providing the very best and most trustworthy breastfeeding information. Offering the support new moms need.

Milk for Thought is bringing together the energy from different parts of the breastfeeding community to share, support, educate and create. Whether you’re passionate, dedicated or simply curious about breastfeeding, you can join forces, find answers and meet likeminded people here at Milk for Thought.

Get your own Breastfed Onesie 

or Breastfeeding is Beautiful shirt

at the Milk for Thought Store!

Coupon Code!

Use coupon code celebrate15 for 15% off your order through October 22nd!

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The glamourmom nursing tanks are by far my favorite.  With many longer length and full busted styles, them cater to many body types while still being functional and flattering.

Shop Nursing Tanks Here.

The transition nursing bra tank is a wonderful thing to pack in your hospital bag for use immediately post partum.   It would also be a great choice for those that are nursing while pregnant aka tandem nursing.

Glamourmom® Transition Nursing Bra Tank

Original, patented design for full discretion and support when nursing in public.

• Full built-in nursing bra
• Guaranteed post-partum tummy coverage
• Extra room and length for enhanced belly area during pregnancy
• Discreet, a-line cut, post-partum nursing tank
• Stylish clasps sit flush for a non-bulky look
• Adjustable spaghetti straps
• Designed to be worn underneath or on its own
• Machine washable
• 92% Cotton, 8% Elastane

Enter to win your own Transition nursing bra tank!

To Enter: 

You need to go visit Glamourmom's website then come back here and leave a comment telling me why you want to win this tanktop and name one other product you'd be interested in. Extra Entries:

-Subscribe to my YouTube Channel (leave YouTube name)
-Like Glamourmom on Facebook  (leave Facebook name)
-Like TheBubblelush on Facebook (leave Facebook name)
-Follow TheBubblelush on Twitter (leave your @twitter name)
-Follow The Bubblelush Blog

Leave a separate comment for each entry.  

The winner will be selected on Friday October 7th, 2011.