The Circle
Preparing for your next pregnancy: Expert advice from a women's health physio
As you contemplate the journey towards a second or subsequent pregnancy, it's natural to have questions about the best approach for your body and your family. Kelly, a renowned physiotherapist, sha...
Breastfeeding during pregnancy
Is it really OK to continue breastfeeding during pregnancy?
Embarking on the journey of pregnancy while breastfeeding can bring up a myriad of questions and concerns. This blog post is dedicated...
Top tips to getting a pain free latch in breastfeeding
The first time you hold your newborn for a breastfeed can be a mix of emotions. Their delicate size, combined with the responsibility of positioning them correctly for feeding, can feel overwhelmin...
Further Federal Government Funding for Lactamo Announced
Further Federal Government Funding for Lactamo from the Boosting Female Founders Initiative announced.
Forbes spotlights Lactamo: a "revolutionary" company "redefining the support system" for breastfeeding
Forbes has spotlighted Lactamo as one of 4 "revolutionary companies" redefining the support system for breastfeeding with femtech innovation.
Alcohol and breastfeeding: What you need to know
Understanding how lifestyle choices, like consuming alcohol, can affect your baby can be confusing. Many breastfeeding mothers wonder if it's safe to have a drink and how it might impact their brea...
Breastfeeding after a caesarean: Setting yourself up for success
Embarking on your breastfeeding journey immediately after a caesarean section (C-section) can be daunting, but with the right information and support, you can help set yourself up for success.
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Storing breastmilk safely
With the myriad of guidelines and recommendations available, knowing how to store breastmilk safely can be confusing, and it's one of the most common concerns for new mothers.
We spoke with Courtn...
Understanding cluster feeding: Essential insights for breastfeeding success
Many new parents often want to understand how they can identify and manage newborn cluster feeding. Cluster feeding is normal baby behaviour and it doesn’t necessarily mean there is anything wrong ...
Your Ultimate Guide to Finding the Right Breastfeeding Position
Breastfeeding is a wonderful and organic experience, however, it can present its unique challenges, particularly for first-time mothers. With an abundance of advice and tips available online, it's ...
Telstra Best of Business Awards 2024: State Finalist
We are delighted that Lactamo has been named today as a finalist in one of Australia’s most prestigious business awards programs, the Telstra Best of Business Awards 2024. Out of 22,420 nominations...
Lactamo's Founder: Co-Chair of Inclusion at the G20 (Startup20)
Lactamo’s Founder, Etta, recently attended the G20 Summit (Startup20) as the 2023 Global Co-Chair of Inclusion.
Smart Company published an article drawing on the Taskforce, with a focus on support ...
Maintaining your milk supply when returning to work
Transitioning back to work after maternity leave marks a significant new chapter in a mother's life. It's a period of adaptation and change, and for breastfeeding mothers, it often brings concerns ...
Anna Lahey: Fostering inclusivity and empowering women in the workforce
Anna Lahey, a successful entrepreneur and a dedicated mother of four, wears multiple hats. As the dynamic founder of the global beauty brand Vida Glow, Anna's journey from the company's inception i...
World Breastfeeding Week 2023: Unveiling the realities of breastfeeding for working parents with the Lactamo Annual Survey
As we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week 2023, we at Lactamo have conducted our annual breastfeeding survey, aligned to this year’s official theme of “Enabling Breastfeeding: making a difference fo...
Overcoming Nipple Pain: A Guide for a Comfortable Breastfeeding Experience
Discover effective remedies and expert tips for nipple pain during breastfeeding Learn why breastfeeding may cause discomfort, when it's normal, and when to seek help. Learn how to find relief and ...
“When my baby stopped taking the bottle, I donated my milk to help other families on their breastfeeding journey”
Fitness and wellness guru, Lauren Vickers, found an incredible way to turn a breastfeeding challenge into a win when at eight months old her son Maverick decided the bottle just wasn’t for him.
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Navigating Baby's First Teeth and Breastfeeding with Expert Advice
Learn how to navigate your baby's first teeth with Susie Prout. Discover when babies start teething and what to do if your baby bites while breastfeeding.
What To Pack in Your Hospital Bag For You and Baby
"Choosing what to pack in your hospital bag for birth and baby can be exciting. Don’t forget any of the essentials with Lactamo’s hospital bag checklist.”
Celebrating World IP Day 2023
In celebration of World IP Day 2023, and this years' theme of "Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity", FB Rice interviewed Etta Watts-Russell, Founder of Lactamo who is helping new m...
Understanding Oxytocin: The Love Hormone and its Role in Breastfeeding
Oxytocin is a hormone often referred to as the “love hormone” because of its role in promoting feelings of trust and attachment. Oxytocin is produced in the hypothalamus, a region of the brain, and...
My breastfeeding journey: “Brands should give women what they need to feel good about parenting and breastfeeding.”
Co-founder of The Memo, a feel-good parenting destination helping to make big decisions easy, Phoebe Simmonds is calling on brands and businesses to start listening to new mums to make their breast...
Lactamo’s Founder invited to be an International Delegate at the G20
Following an invitation to be an International Delegate representing Australia at the G20 this year, Lactamo’s Founder, Etta Watts-Russell recently travelled to Hyderabad, Delhi and Mumbai.Startup2...
Lactamo receives Federal Government Funding
Lactamo is incredibly grateful to be selected as one of 37 companies receiving a grant from the Australian Government Department of Industry, Science and Resources through AusIndustry’s Entrepreneu...
Blocked Milk Ducts or Mastitis: How to tell the difference
Choosing to breastfeed is just the first step on an incredible journey of new learnings and discoveries for you and your baby.
Along the way, new mamas may come up against some big challenges.
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My breastfeeding journey: “I pumped every three hours for weeks and took the milk to the hospital.”
Mum of two, Emma Skea, could never have predicted what her breastfeeding journey would look like when at just 33 weeks pregnant, she went into labour.
“Waking up in the middle of the night I re...
Blocked Milk Ducts: Everything you Need to Know When Breastfeeding
Blocked milk ducts (also known as plugged or clogged milk ducts) are one of the more common issues for breastfeeding mamas. If you’ve experienced a blocked duct you're certainly not alone – around ...
My breastfeeding journey: “I took my baby’s refusal of the breast as a rejection of me personally.”
GP and International Board-Certified lactation consultant Eliza Hannam is a busy mum of three children. Here she shares her breastfeeding journey, and the one piece of advice she wished she could h...
Breast Anatomy: How Breastfeeding Actually Works
Understanding breast anatomy when you’re trying to breastfeed might help explain some of the changes and challenges many new mamas experience and help overcome some of the more common breastfeeding...
My breastfeeding journey: “I felt like a failure, and there was no solution – so I created one.”
Founder of Lactamo, lawyer, and mum of four, Etta Watts-Russell, shares her story.
I had my first baby, Emilia in 2011. In my heart I knew I would be able to breastfeed, that it would naturally j...
Breastfeeding can be hard! A note from Lactamo Founder, Etta
We're thrilled to announce the launch of The Circle, Lactamo’s blog and content platform. Soon, it’ll be home to a library of free educational articles crafted by the Lactamo team and our network o...
How to read your newborn’s reflexes for better breastfeeding
Your newborn baby might not be able to speak, but that doesn’t mean they’re not communicating with you. Babies have a whole range of newborn reflexes and cues that give us an insight into what they...
What Every Mama Needs to Know About Postpartum
Scrolling through social media, it’s easy to think that the postpartum period is purely a serene bonding time with your new baby. But while this is one part of it, there’s also a lot more going on ...
How to Prepare for Breastfeeding with Antenatal Hand Expressing
Breastfeeding begins after your baby is born, right? Actually, there are ways you can get ready while you’re still pregnant. More and more mamas are preparing for breastfeeding with antenatal hand ...
Exclusive Pumping – The What, Why and How
Pumping, expressing – whatever you call it, many mamas do it over the course of their breastfeeding journey. But some mamas become exclusive pumpers. Exclusive pumper and CLC in training Dani Barne...
Managing Breast Milk Oversupply
Painful, engorged breasts and an unhappy baby – do I have a breast milk oversupply? An overabundant milk supply can be uncomfortable and distressing. Midwife, nurse, and lactation consultant Kate V...
The Golden Hour after birth: What and Why It's Important?
After a lifetime of dreaming about this moment, your precious baby is finally here. Welcome to the golden hour, the hallowed first 60 minutes after birth. Clinical midwifery specialist Lauren Brent...
Pinky McKay: Surrender is Not a Dirty Word
Having a baby can turn your world upside down, and advice (whether you’re looking for it or not) is everywhere. So how do you work out which parenting path to take? One of Australia’s best-known br...
Help – I think I have low milk supply!
If you’ve ever worried that your baby isn’t getting enough breast milk, you’re not alone. Concern about low milk supply is common among breastfeeding mamas. Nurse, midwife, and lactation consultant...
Preparing for labour and breastfeeding with hypnobirthing
The prospect of giving birth can be daunting for any mama. Proactively preparing for labour can help alleviate these feelings, and one method that’s growing in popularity is hypnobirthing. We chat ...
Mastitis: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
One of the most common breastfeeding problems is an illness called mastitis. It seems to come out of nowhere and can leave you feeling simply awful. The good news is it’s very treatable. We chatted...
The Today Show Features Lactamo for World Breastfeeding Week
Lactamo’s Founder, Etta Watts-Russell joined The Today Show hosts @AllisonLangdon and David Campbell this morning for a World Breastfeeding Week special feature, together with Lactation Consultant,...
Ella's List celebrates World Breastfeeding Week with Lactamo
It’s no secret that motherhood isn’t exactly an easy ride, and for many, one of the first challenges they face is quite simply: how to feed their newborn baby. Despite it being a method strongly en...
The Sunday Telegraph Features Lactamo for World Breastfeeding Week
The Sunday Telegraph
Mum's invention helps combat common breastfeeding difficulties
A SYDNEY mum's difficulties during breastfeeding has led to a “game-changer” device that promises to make it easi...
World Breastfeeding Week 2022: a survey
August 1st marks the start of World Breastfeeding Week 2022! It’s our favourite week of the year. And to mark World Breastfeeding Week this August, Lactamo decided to check in on Australia with a b...
Independent clinical trial on Lactamo published in the International Breastfeeding Journal
100% of women who used Lactamo "felt that it was beneficial for their lactation".
"relieve symptoms of blocked ducts and mastitis".
"improve milk production while expressing".
Lactamo was reported ...
Breastfeeding FAQs: How can I tell if my baby is getting enough milk?
Unsure if your baby is getting enough milk or hitting their weight goals? We chat with Dr Reena Murray about this common breastfeeding question and the important signs that your baby is well-fed.
#mamatomama: Mama Guilt
We think that everyone's motherhood journey should involve ‘shoulder taps’ from one mama letting another mama know what they are going through is normal and they are doing a great job.
"Mama Guilt"...