Can You Breastfeed With Implants? Doctors Explain Potential Risks

Breasts are an inspiring, versatile part of your body. They can make you look and feel wonderful, and if you begin breastfeeding, they become your personal milk-making machines. Their amazingly complex network of lobules, glands, and ducts supply adequate nutrition for your baby, but if you’ve had breast enhancement surgery, you might be concerned whether that will impact your ability to feed your little one. Can you breastfeed with implants, or will it hinder your ability to produce milk? Here’s what the experts want you to know.

Is it safe to breastfeed with implants?

The good news is, it’s totally doable. “Breastfeeding is absolutely possible for parents with breast augmentations,” Chrisie Rosenthal, IBCLC, certified lactation consultant with The Lactation Network, tells Romper.

That being said, there is a slightly higher chance that obstacles arise as a result of the surgery. “There is a higher risk of breastfeeding complications, including low milk supply issues, engorgement, vasospasms, and plugged ducts,” Rosenthal says. “But many parents who have had breast augmentations go on to breastfeed with no complications at all.”

There are several factors that impact the risk for breastfeeding complications, as Rosenthal explains, including the number of years it's been since the surgery and the type of incision. Below are some things that might come into play:

Placement of the implant

There are two placement options for breast augmentations: subglandular and submuscular/subpectoral. As Rosenthal explains, subglandular implants refer to “when the implants [are] placed over the muscle (pectoralis major) and below the breast tissue.” A submuscular placement is “when the implants are placed beneath the (pectoralis major) muscle,” and it “tends to have less effect on milk supply and fewer breastfeeding complications,” says Rosenthal.

Type of incision

Where the surgical incision took place can also factor into breastfeeding. “It just depends on where the incision was, and how many nerves and milk ducts were damaged in the surgery," Katy Linda, IBCLC, a certified lactation consultant, tells Romper.

“Typically during augmentation surgery, incisions are made in the armpit, in the crease under the breast, or around the areola,” Rosenthal explains. “Incisions made around the areola have the greatest risk of impact on breastfeeding, as those incisions may sever milk ducts and the nerves involved in breastfeeding.”

Incisions made near the areola don’t automatically lead to issues with nursing, though. “It's important to note that not all people who have incisions around the nipple experience breastfeeding challenges,” says Rosenthal. “And if they do experience challenges, IBCLCs can often help to triage those issues and maximize breastfeeding success.”

Length of time since the surgery

The length of time since you had your surgery also plays a part. “Over time, severed milk ducts and nerves affected by augmentation may regenerate and reconnect through processes called recanalization and reinnervation,” says Rosenthal. “Additionally, studies show with each subsequent child who is breastfed, milk volume increases and complications due to augmentation tend to decrease.”

Reason for the surgery

According to Linda, the reason you had the surgery in the first place may also be of impact. “Many women have breast augmentation because of small or uneven breasts,” Linda says, “which means they may already be at risk for insufficient glandular tissue (IGT) or hypoplasia.” In these cases, Linda suggests discussing your case with a good team of care providers.

“If you had a breast augmentation and plan on breastfeeding, it's best to connect with an IBCLC while pregnant to discuss your risk factors and create a plan for proactively addressing any issues that come up,” Rosenthal says.

Do breast implants impact milk supply?

Just to reiterate, breast implants don’t necessarily result in breastfeeding problems or milk supply issues — but they can certainly increase the likelihood in some instances. “One of the known complications of augmentations is that, in some cases, the surgery can impact milk production,” says Rosenthal. As listed above, this could be due to a number of different factors.

Many parents successfully breastfeed with a full milk supply while having implants, but the best-case scenario is that the surgery did not involve the nipple or areola. In any case, it’s important to reach out for support. “I'd recommend working with an IBCLC in pregnancy and after baby arrives, just to assure you are knowledgeable and prepared," IBCLC Angie Natero tells Romper.

Rosenthal seconds this, explaining that a lactation expert will be able to personalize their advice to you, your unique experience, and medical history, so that no matter the reason for milk production complications, you can successfully work through it. “If you had augmentation surgery and you're experiencing milk supply issues, your lactation consultant will work with you to maximize your supply, evaluate your feeding options, and help you reach your feeding goals,” says Rosenthal.

All in all, your amazing, multifunctional breasts should be completely capable of providing milk for your baby regardless of breast augmentation. And if complications do come up, you will likely be able to work through it with the aid of experts. Talking to a lactation consultant before your baby is born can give you the appropriate support and tools to enhance your breastfeeding journey.

Experts:

Chrisie Rosenthal, IBCLC, certified lactation consultant with The Lactation Network

Katy Linda, IBCLC, certified lactation consultant

Angie Natero, IBCLC, certified lactation consultant

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Is Kroger Open On Labor Day 2022? The Hours Are Pretty Set

If you’re mourning the end of summer, take comfort in the fact that you’ll have one last hurrah in the form of Labor Day weekend. The unofficial last weekend of the summertime is always full of barbecues, beach or pool days, and spending time in the sunshine before getting into the full swing of the school year. But since Labor Day itself falls on a Monday, it’s also a prime day for grocery shopping so that you’re prepared for the upcoming week. So, will you be able to shop at your local Kroger store? Below is everything you need to know about the Labor Day hours at Kroger for September 5, 2022.

What are Kroger’s Labor Day 2022 hours?

While Kroger stores don’t state their hours for each location online, it looks like you should be able to get your normal shopping in. Kroger was open their typical hours last year on Labor Day, and they were also open during their typical hours for this past Fourth of July and Memorial Day. They’ll more than likely be open those same hours for Labor Day, too, and those are usually 6:00 a.m. to 10 p.m. It’s always a good idea to double check with your local Kroger store to be sure, but you should be safe with those hours, meaning you can get everything you need when you usually would.

Labor Day deals at Kroger

It feels like grocery store prices have never been higher than they are now, so everyone could benefit from a good deal, whether it’s for Labor Day or not. From now through September 6, Kroger is having a sale on select items where if you buy five or more of those items, you save $1 on each one (with your Kroger Card). These include barbecue favorites like Ruffles Original Potato Chips, Heinz Tomato Ketchup, and Ball Park White Hot Dog Buns, as well as name-brand items like Vital Farms Pasture-Raised Large Brown Eggs. There are tons of other options as well.

Another current sale is that you can score $10 off if you buy two or more select household essential items. This includes cleaning supplies you’ll definitely need for the beginning of the school year, like Bounty Paper Towels, Tide Original Laundry Detergent, and Oral-B Rechargeable Toothbrushes for kids. Plus, for moms of babies: there are even some formula options and lots of name-brand diaper options as well.

Head to your local Kroger’s for more Labor Day sales and deals that will definitely help out whether you’re headed to a barbecue, stocking up on groceries for back-to-school lunches, or simply doing your regular weekly shopping. They’ve got you covered (and at normal hours, too).

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Is Whole Foods Open On Labor Day 2022? The Holiday Hours Are Set

Labor Day might be the unofficial last day of the summer, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend it at the beach or at a barbecue. For many states across the U.S., Labor Day lands right before (or right after) the first day back to school — so if you plan on spending your holiday gearing up for your kid’s first week at school, that definitely makes sense (it is a Monday in early September, after all). Grocery shopping may be one item you need to check off your to-do list, and if you want to head to Whole Foods, you’ll probably first want to know what Whole Foods Labor Day hours are. After all, there are only so many grocery stores that give you that many organic, non-GMO, healthy, all-natural options.

What are Whole Foods’ Labor Day 2022 hours?

According to the Whole Foods website, the store only has modified hours on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Years Eve, and New Years Day, and is only completely closed on Christmas Day. Based on that and what has happened for similar holidays in the past, it’s a pretty safe bet to say that your local Whole Foods will be open for regular hours this Labor Day. These hours are typically 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., but of course you should always check with your local store to ensure that they’re following this. That means you can go into Whole Foods at whatever time you normally would to get your grocery shopping done for the week.

Labor Day deals at Whole Foods

While it doesn’t seem like Whole Foods has announced any specific Labor Day sales just yet, there are still plenty of things to grab on the holiday. One sale worth mentioning is that from now through Sept. 6, Whole Foods is offering 25% off all ready-to-drink coffee from brands like La Colombe, Chameleon, Califa Farms, and more — definitely a must-have if you’ll be spending the next morning trying to wake your little ones up to make the bus on time.

Weekly sales will vary depending on where you live, and stores haven’t announced most of their sales beyond the end of August so far. However, expect some deals on seasonal produce and some snacks to put in lunch boxes. If you need some extra help, the Whole Foods website has an entire section dedicated to back-to-school lunch and food ideas that is filled with great advice. And remember: you can always save an extra 10% (plus score exclusive deals) if you’re an Amazon Prime member as well.

In short, Whole Foods can still be your go-to for your healthiest grocery options this Labor Day since they’ll be open their usual hours. Head to the store for some all-natural goodies early in the morning so you can enjoy a barbecue that same day.

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‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Dives Into The Sanderson Sisters’ Origin Story

When we first met the Sanderson Sisters in the iconic 1993 movie Hocus Pocus, they were up to heaps of nonsense. Murdering a little girl by sucking her soul away just to look younger, turning that girl’s brother Thackery Binx into a black cat. These shenanigans earned Winnie, Sarah, and Mary Sanderson (Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy respectively) a triple hanging for being witches in Salem, Massachusetts as the townspeople watched. But what happened before that brief glimpse of the Sanderson Sisters? Apparently we’re about to get a bit more of their origin story in Hocus Pocus 2, and we cannot wait for it.

Director Anne Fletcher, who is best known for directing Dumplin’ and The Proposal, spoke to Entertainment Weekly about giving the Sanderson Sisters and everyone’s favorite zombie, Billy Butcherson (Doug Jones), a bit of back story in the new movie.

“The opening sequence of the movie, we get some history of our witches and Billy. We get a little kiss — pardon the pun — of the Billy aspect of it and the world that they lived in and what happened to the witches. I always missed that in the first one. Like, [why] are the witches the way they are?”

Fletcher went on to note that she “really wanted to point at, ever so slightly.... the idea that the 1600s and the now are the same. There's no difference. I just want to poke at the irony of it. But, in the joy of the film you get to see the young version of them and have a great time and understand the what and why of what happened to them.”

Hocus Pocus 2, which drops on Disney+ on Sept. 30, will even show the Sanderson Sisters before they became witches. And their stories will be intertwined with three teenaged best friends, played by Whitney Peak, Belissa Escobedo, and Lilia Buckingham, who try to resurrect the Sanderson Sisters. Each of whom is a bit of a mirror image to the witches even as they try to stop them from sucking the souls out of children.

It’s all in good fun, of course. “At the end of the day, the movie is about sisterhood, it's about sticking together through thick and thin, and being there for one another,” Fletcher told Entertainment Weekly. Ideally a sisterhood where no one is taking the souls of children to look younger, but let’s not nitpick here.

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Prince Harry Marks 25th Anniversary Of Princess Diana’s Death With Archie & Lilibet

In 1997, Princess Diana was just 36 years old. She was newly divorced, parenting her 15-year-old son Prince William and 12-year-old son Prince Harry. And on Aug. 31, she died in a car crash in Paris. Her death changed the royal family, but most of all it changed her two young sons. And now, 25 years later, Prince Harry plans to mark that sad anniversary by sharing stories about his late mother with his own children, 3-year-old Archie and 1-year-old Lilibet.

During a speech last week at the 2022 Sentebale ISPS Handa Polo Cup, Prince Harry opened up about how he planned to remember his mother on the 25th anniversary of her death. “I want it to be a day filled with memories of her incredible work and love for the way that she did it. I want it to be a day to share the spirit of my mum with my family, with my children, who I wish could have met her.”

The Duke of Sussex went on to note that the word Sentebale translates to “forget-me-not” in Lesotho, adding, “Every day, I hope to do her proud. She was tireless in her work to support and stigmatize those experiencing HIV/AIDS. Fittingly, her favorite flowers were forget-me-nots. I hope we can remember my mother’s legacy by recommitting to those we serve, whoever and wherever that may be.”

Prince Harry has always worked to keep his mother’s memory alive, but since becoming a father himself he feels her presence all the time. “For me, (her presence is) constant,” he told TODAY. “It has been over the last two years — more so than ever before.” When asked if he spoke to his son Archie about his mother, Prince Harry said, “Very much so. I don’t tell him all the stuff that happened, but certainly, ‘This is Grandma Diana,’ and (I) brought a couple photos up in the house.”

Of course Prince Harry wants to be sure to keep his mother’s memory alive; as he once said of his mother’s impact on his life, “Behind the media glare, to us two children, she was quite simply the best mother in the world.” And so he continues to make sure his own children know all about her.

Princess Diana’s legacy will not be forgotten. Not by the millions of people around the world who loved her, not by her sons, and not by a little boy and a little girl living in Montecito, California. Her grandchildren. Her real legacy.

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Kylie Jenner "Cried For 3 Weeks" After Giving Birth To Her Son

In a new trailer for the second season of The Kardashians on Hulu, Kylie Jenner opened up about struggling emotionally after giving birth to her son earlier this year. The mom of two admitted in the clip that she felt like she “should” be happy, but instead found herself crying “nonstop” for weeks at a time, and it’s that push-pull of mom guilt and postpartum hormones that so many other parents will understand.

Jenner and her boyfriend, rapper Travis Scott, welcomed their baby boy in February, their second child after the birth of their daughter Stormi in February 2018. The couple initially named their son Wolf Webster but eventually changed it and have yet to reveal what his new name might be. While his name is still a secret, Jenner’s postpartum struggles are not. In a clip from the trailer for the new season of The Kardashians on Hulu, which premieres next month, Jenner spoke about her struggles with finding her stride as a new mom of two.

“I should be really happy right now, I just had this new baby,” she said in the trailer. “But I cried nonstop for, like, three weeks.”

While Jenner has not said that she suffered from postpartum depression after the birth of her son, it is incredibly common for new moms. As many as 1 in 10 women experience postpartum depression, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), although that number could be higher as new moms have a tendency not to report their struggles to their health professional. Postpartum depression can lead to feelings of emptiness, sadness, anxiety, guilt, worthlessness. A whole host of negative emotions that can seem contradictory to the experience moms expect when having a baby.

Since welcoming her son, Jenner has been open about her own experience. “I just want to say to my postpartum moms that postpartum has not been easy,” Jenner explained in a video on Instagram in March. “It’s not been easy. It’s very hard. This experience for me personally has been a little harder than with my daughter. It’s not easy mentally, physically, spiritually. It’s just crazy.”

Jenner’s postpartum journey with her baby boy will surely be explored more when the new season of The Kardashians premieres on Hulu on Sept. 22.

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Animal Cookies Sold At Target Recalled For Possible Metal Contamination

If you purchased a jug of frosted animal-shaped cookies at Target recently, take a close look in your pantry. D. F. Stauffer Biscuit Co. has issued a voluntary recall on its Market Pantry White Fudge Animal Cookies sold at Target stores nationwide due to a “possible foreign object.” The sweet treats are being pulled from stores after a piece of metal wire was found inside a portion of the cookies.

“D. F. Stauffer Biscuit Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling 44 oz Market Pantry White Fudge Animal Cookies because they may contain metal,” the company said in a statement released by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) on Aug. 24. “The product comes in a clear plastic jug formed to a bear shape. The recall affects only the following Best By Date, Lot Numbers, and time stamps, printed on the back side of the bear jug on the product label, below the nutritional panel.”

“The recall was initiated when metal (wire) was found inside a portion of the cookies,” the FDA said in the recall announcement.” Foodborne foreign objects that are hard, sharp, and large are more likely to cause serious injury or dental injury. Foodborne foreign objects that are flexible, not sharp, and smaller in length are more likely to cause minor injuries such as transient choking or small lacerations in the gastrointestinal system.

To see if your cookies are affected by the recall, look for a Best By date of “Feb. 21, 2023,” jug lot number “Y052722,” case lot number “Y052722,” time stamp “from 15:00 to 23:00,” and UPC code “085239817698.” The FDA notes that no other products have been affected by the recall.

Anyone who has purchased the recalled animal cookies can return them to Target for a full refund and contact D.F. Stauffer Biscuit Co., Inc. at 888-480-1988, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. with any questions.

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Prince Harry's Best Quotes About Princess Diana

Prince Harry's love and respect for his late mom knows no bounds, as evidenced by these lovely quotes he's shared about Princess Diana.

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Can You Take Plan B While Breastfeeding? Experts Weigh In

In the midst of late-night feedings, too little sleep, and not enough coffee, you and your partner may have miraculously managed to squeeze in some sexy time. But whether it was a hazy, heat-of-the-moment romp in the sack or an unreliable condom, perhaps you wake up the next morning and realize your intimate moment could lead to baby number two — and you’re not quite ready for that yet. You reach for the morning-after pill, but then remember your breastfeeding babe, and as with too much broccoli and caffeine, you consider everything you put into your body these days. So, can you take Plan B while breastfeeding?

Is it safe to take Plan B while breastfeeding?

"Yes, contraception is safe and effective to take when you are breastfeeding," Dr. Nicole Scott, M.D., an OB-GYN at Indiana University Health, tells Romper. "That said, it may cause some irregular bleeding, but, generally, it is safe."

As with taking Plan B at any time, the pill will likely affect you physically in some way, but not in any way that will impact your baby or hinder breastfeeding. “Plan B contains levonorgestrel, which is a synthetic version of progesterone, a hormone that is found in a woman's body,” Dr. Renita White, M.D., FACOG, a board-certified OB-GYN at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology, tells Romper. “The most common side effects are irregular bleeding and nausea.”

In addition to Plan B One Step, White explains that some other forms of emergency contraception are also safe to take while breastfeeding. “This includes ulipristal and the copper IUD,” White says. “The CDC lists these forms of emergency contraception as safe options for breastfeeding people. There are no documented risks to the mom or her baby.”

Will Plan B affect milk supply?

The reason this questions comes up is because some forms of birth control may temporarily decrease milk supply. As White explains, however, progestin-only contraception, such as Plan B One Step, does not affect milk supply or alter milk quality. “There should be no side effects for the baby,” she says.

Other methods of contraception can have an effect, though. “Though all forms of birth control are safe with breastfeeding, estrogen-containing methods (like combined contraceptive pills, the patch, and the ring) can lead to a decrease in milk supply,” says White. “In general, taking progestin-only methods (like Depo-Provera, IUD, Nexplanon) and hormone-free options (like Phexxi and Paragard IUD) do not affect milk supply.” Similarly, progestin-only emergency contraception, like Plan B, won’t have an effect on milk.

Other forms of birth control while breastfeeding

In general, it’s recommended to use emergency contraception only as a last resort, as opposed to a dependable form of birth control — and that goes for whether you are breastfeeding or not. For the long haul, consider a more reliable form of birth control, specifically one that is a progestin-only or hormone-free option if you are nursing a baby or plan on breastfeeding in the future. In addition to options such as copper and hormonal IUDs, Depo-Provera shots, Nexplanon, and Phexxi, you can also go “au naturel” by using the lactational amenorrhea method (LAM) and relying on a lack of ovulation to prevent pregnancy.

LAM, which essentially uses breastfeeding to prevent ovulation and thus serve as a form of birth control, is considered to be as effective as hormonal contraceptives when done properly. According to Planned Parenthood, only about two out of 100 people who use LAM get pregnant in the six months that it can be used after a baby is born. That’s the kicker, though: While very effective, it comes with a lot of guidelines you have to follow to a T for it to work, including that it can only be done during your baby's first six months and only if you breastfeed every four hours during the day and every six hours at night, as certified lactation consultant Danielle Spradlin previously told Romper.

“When my clients ask about breastfeeding as birth control, I stress the importance of following the rules: exclusive breastfeeding, no pacifiers, no sleeping long stretches, no return of menses,” said Spradlin. “This is a very small number of mother-baby pairs who will meet the criteria.”

Regardless, there are a lot of contraceptives that are safe to choose from when you are breastfeeding, be it an emergency one like Plan B or not. And if you do have additional questions or concerns, reach out to your doctor for some more personalized medical advice. But, seriously, let’s get back to the fact that you hopped back in the sack. Between feeling exhausted, maxed out on touching, and simply not feeling body confident, sex can be an adjustment post-baby. And for that, I bow my head to you.

Experts:

Dr. Nicole Scott, M.D., OB-GYN at Indiana University Health

Dr. Renita White, M.D., FACOG, board-certified OB-GYN at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology

Danielle Spradlin, certified lactation consultant

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36 Sweet Instagram Captions For When Baby Is Nursing

If you're a new parent who's opting to nurse their baby (and you have the support you need to do it successfully), you might want to be photographed during a nursing session to honor the special bond you have with your little one — and of course you'll want to post the pic on your social media feeds. That means you'll need to come up with a sweet breastfeeding caption for Instagram to show just how you feel about the moment.

Let's be clear: We know that "fed is best," and whatever feeding option works for a parent is just perfect. But when it comes to showing our babies eating, there's still a lingering stigma about public breastfeeding that bottle-feeding parents don't have to deal with. Sharing photos on Instagram and other apps can go a long way toward acceptance. That's why celebs including Halsey, Emily Ratajkowski, Kelly Rowland, and Ashley Graham have recently shared breastfeeding photos on their Instagram accounts, along with breastfeeding Instagram captions that express their thoughts on the subject.

For your own shareable breastfeeding pic, you can choose from a number of nursing captions for Instagram that sum up the sweet moment between you and your "drinking buddy." Try one of these word for word, use them as inspo, or come up with one of your own. Regardless, you'll be glad to have a memento to look back on when your child has moved on to solid food.

"#MilkDrunk again."

The perfect breastfeeding Instagram caption when you've captured your baby's happy, drowsy, post-feeding face. Few moments are more blissful.

"I made milk. What's *your* superpower?"

Take that, Marvel Universe. To a 6-week-old, this is more amazing than swinging on a web or flying in a tin suit.

"Mother knows breast."

The caption for pun-loving nursing parents.

"Does breast milk come in chocolate?"

If your baby only knew what chocolate is, they'd be asking that important question before they started to root.

"Udderly delicious!"

You can feel like a dairy when you’re deep into nursing. It’s the udder truth.

"Nursing does not diminish the beauty of a woman's breasts; it enhances their charm by making them look lived in and happy." — Robert Heinlein

The science-fiction writer had an admirable understanding of what makes someone beautiful.

"The breast milk was superb and the service was outstanding! I'll definitely be dining here again."

If babies could give restaurant reviews to their parents, this breastfeeding Instagram caption is what they’d write.

"Breastfeeding: When all those Oreos go to someone else's thighs."

One nice benefit of nursing is all the calories you burn... which now can go to the person who really needs them.

"Wow! Breast milk comes in pumpkin flavor now!"

The most appropriate quote for an autumn morning after you have indulged in your favorite seasonal latte.

"I love the smell of breast milk in the morning."

This twist on the famous quote from Apocalypse Now makes a nice caption, not to mention an accurate one.

"Where should I have lunch today? Right or left?"

Summing up an infant's eternal dilemma. (Solution: Why choose? Have a serving from each side.)

"Just because I'm done doesn't mean you get to put me down."

A quote to accompany a sweet photo of your baby napping peacefully on your chest right after a feeding session.

"I don't know what you're putting in those things, but keep 'em coming!"

Babies don't care where their nutrition comes from, as long as there's a steady supply.

"It might be the milk talking, but I love you."

If babies could turn their milk-tipsy thoughts into words, this is what they'd tell their parents.

"One does not simply nurse. One allows the milk to roll along one's palate."

After a few weeks of dining at chez breast, a discriminating baby knows exactly how to enjoy their meal.

"Breastmilk is love turned into food."

This anonymous quote nicely expresses the nature of that amazing parent-made liquid.

"Breastfeeding is a mother's gift to herself, to her baby, and to the earth." — Pamela K. Wiggins

This beautiful quote is just made to go with a photo of a baby and breastfeeding parent looking equally contented at feeding time.

"Breastfeeding rocks!"

Short but to the point. A good accompaniment to a picture of your baby raising their arm in the air.

“I'll have the house white!”— My baby, every 2-3 hours."

You may be abstaining until you're ready to wean, but you can still have fun with this wine-themed caption.

"TFW your baby achieves the perfect latch."

For those precious moments when your wee one starts feeding without your having to shift position five times (football... cross-arm... add another pillow... ) and you don't feel unbearably sore afterward. Maybe you can manage this whole motherhood deal after all.

“Chug! Chug! Chug! Chug!”

Judging by the way some babies look after a feeding, the event can seem completely intoxicating. Kind like your first trip to a bar, no?

“Milk, shaken not stirred.”

The name’s Baby Bond, James Baby Bond.

“Got milk?”

Cliche? Maybe. Accurate? Always.

“Moustache < Milk Moustache”

Tom Selleck’s famous Magnum P.I. mustache was great and all, but let’s be real: It has nothing on your little baby’s milk moustache.

“Thirsty Thursday, amirite?”

Remember when Thursdays meant happy hour with friends? Now it’s just you and a tiny diapered babe on the couch to nowhere.

“Don’t bite the breast that feeds you.”

Nursing can be such a sweet, sacred time. That is until a baby gets its first tooth. Right, moms?

“Welcome to the breastaurant, what can I get started for you?”

This is the only dining spot your little one will be frequenting for a while. Hopefully they leave a nice Yelp review!

“As a breastfeeding mother you are basically just meals on heels.” — Kathy Lette

Guaranteed to get a laugh, this quote is universally true.

“Adding ‘Milkmaid’ to my LinkedIn after this.”

Breastfeeding is essentially a full-time job.

“Sweet and savor these moments.”

It’s not all laughs, of course. Breastfeeding is a special time just between you and your baby. Savor every second.

“Basically a 24/7 diner at this point.”

You might even say you feel like a Denny’s serving up meals at all hours of the day.

“This customer was a lousy tipper — but at least she’s cute!”

Breastfeeding may be unpaid labor, but having your little one happy and full is priceless.

“But first, milk.”

Forget coffee. Replace the classic cringe millennial mantra to fit your nursing scenario. In a similar vein, there’s always: “Don’t talk to me until I’ve had my milk.”

“My baby is strictly a boobivore.”

With all the fad diets and hyper-specific wellness routines out there, this is the only one that matters.

“Lookin’ like a snack.”

A caption to use on those perfect days when your milk is abundant, the baby latches well, and it looks like a nap might be a possibility for both of you.

“Eat local.”

There’s not much that’s more organic or local than some homegrown breast milk!

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Does Ovulation Make You Feel Sick? Here's What Science Has To Say

Ah, ovulation. Whether you're trying to increase your chances of getting pregnant — or vigilantly trying to avoid getting pregnant — this is a topic many people care about a lot. Ovulation is the process near the midpoint of your cycle in which your ovary releases a mature egg for fertilization (and whether or not that egg has a chance to get fertilized is up to you). Whether you're #TTC or not, many people with ovaries like to know exactly when their ovulation is occurring. And when it comes to detecting ovulation, some of the not-so-nice symptoms might send your mind spinning (Why am I feeling sick during ovulation? Am I pregnant? Is nausea during ovulation just a coincidence?). Just like your period, people experience this phenomenon differently. That being said, there are some telltale signs and hints that ovulation is occurring, according to experts.

Can ovulation cause nausea?

Simply put: “Yes, it is possible to experience nausea with ovulation,” Dr. Renita White, M.D., FACOG, a board-certified OB-GYN at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology, tells Romper. Everyone experiences ovulation differently, so even though nausea might not be the most common sensation, it’s certainly possible and not out of the ordinary to feel.

In fact, there is a handful of symptoms that may occur around the time of ovulation. “Common symptoms during ovulation are a change in cervical mucus, mild cramps or lower abdominal pain typically on either side of the lower abdomen, and bloating and breast tenderness,” Dr. Prati Sharma, M.D., FACOG, a reproductive endocrinologist and assistant professor at the University of Toronto, tells Romper. “Usually women do not feel sick, but mild lower abdominal pain is quite typical. Changes in mood can also occur."

What does it mean if you're not feeling well during ovulation?

There are a couple different reasons why you might feel sick to your stomach around the time that you ovulate. Menstruating people experience changes in their hormone levels during this time — specifically, a surge in something called the luteinizing hormone, or LH, 12 to 36 hours prior to ovulation. If you've ever used a home ovulation kit, this is the hormone it measures. This quick spike in the LH hormone can throw your digestive system out of whack, thus making some people feel nauseated.

For Rachel Rodriguez, 27, there is absolutely no mistaking when she's ovulating. "I can literally feel whether my egg is releasing from my left or right ovary each month about two weeks before my period. The pain is worse than my period cramps. It feels like something is being carved out, and Advil and exercise don't help. It usually lasts about 45 minutes," Rodriguez tells Romper.

There's a name for this pain Rodriguez deals with monthly, and she's not the only one who experiences it. Some people experience constant discomfort, while others experience sharp, intermittent pain. "Some women feel a twinge or even a painful sensation at the time of ovulation. Medically, this is called mittelschmerz, or 'middle pain,' which is usually a one-sided, lower abdominal pain associated with ovulation," Dr. Alan Copperman, M.D., OB-GYN, tells Romper.

Wonderful, because PMS and menstrual cramping obviously aren't fun enough on their own. The exact reason for mittelschmerz isn’t fully known, but it’s thought to be linked to the blood and fluid released when follicle growth ruptures and releases your egg before ovulation. “It correlates with ovulation,” White says. “However, it is unknown if the pain is due to the actual release of the oocyte (egg) from the ovary or if it is related to swelling of the ovary prior to release of the oocyte.”

Does feeling sick during ovulation mean you're pregnant?

Uncomfortable, nauseating symptoms as a result of ovulation can totally throw you for a loop as you wonder about pregnancy symptoms. The timeline, however, doesn’t quite line up. “At the time of ovulation, it is too early to be pregnant,” White says. “And it does not correlate if sperm meets with the oocyte that was just released.” So with pregnancy out of mind for the time being, you can focus on relieving any unpleasant ovulation symptoms you’re experiencing.

Remedies for nausea during ovulation

If you're someone who experiences unpleasant physical changes during ovulation, there are two things to remember: It is temporary and normal. In fact, White says, “usually the nausea should be short-lived.”

Of course, these facts won't make you feel any better in the moment, but there are a few treatments that might. “Applying warmth to the abdomen by using a heating pad on a low setting can help ovulation pain,” Sharma says. “Also, taking anti-inflammatory medication like Tylenol, Advil, or Naprosyn can help with abdominal cramps.”

However, Sharma also cautions, “If a woman is trying to conceive, we do not recommend using a heating pad or medication as this can delay ovulation or interfere with conception and implantation.” For those who struggle with particularly painful ovulation and aren't currently trying to conceive, birth control pills might be the best solution. These medications actually prevent ovulation completely, thus reducing the side effects that come along with it. Communicate with your doctor, and they'll advise if they recommend this as a form of treatment for you.

Overall, ovulation can indeed make some people feel briefly unwell without cause for concern. That being said, there are certain signs and symptoms that can point to a medical issue. People should contact their doctor if the pain is severe, lasts more than one day, is accompanied by bleeding, or comes after recent unprotected sex, as Dr. Richard Honaker, M.D., a Texas-based family medicine doctor, tells Romper.

Sharma also notes that severe pain should be addressed by a doctor, especially if it is excessive, requires time off from work, or hinders you from performing daily activities. "If symptoms are accompanied by infertility (trying to conceive with no success for six months to one year), an evaluation by a fertility specialist may be warranted,” she says. “Anytime during the menstrual cycle that there is severe pain, more immediate evaluation should be considered as this could represent something more emergent.”

If you’re simply unsure about what you’re feeling and why you’re feeling it, it never hurts to reach out to your medical provider for some more reassurance and insight. So, whether you're hyper-aware when ovulation occurs or the entire process happens unbeknownst to you, one thing is a fact: Menstruating bodies are fascinating.

Experts:

Dr. Renita White, M.D., FACOG, board-certified OB-GYN at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology

Dr. Prati Sharma, M.D., FACOG (OB-GYN and REI), reproductive endocrinologist and assistant professor at the University of Toronto

Dr. Alan Copperman, M.D., medical director at fertility treatment center Progyny

Dr. Richard Honaker, M.D. family medicine doctor based in Carrollton, Texas and affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center–Plano

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35 Halloween Pajamas For Babies, Toddlers, & Big Kids Out Now

Chances are your kid is already planning on what they’ll be for Halloween this year, and you’re wondering how you’ll get them to save the costume for trick-or-treating instead of wearing it to the grocery store, to the park, or to bed. Having festive Halloween pajamas for kids, toddlers, and babies can give them something else seasonal to wear that feels exciting and new (and won’t have you tucking a unicorn princess or Paw Patrol puppy into bed each night).

Holiday PJs are just one of those things that feel extra festive and cozy. The weather is crisp, and you can all pile onto the couch with hot chocolate to watch a movie. From September on, life is just better in Halloween pajamas.

And this year, there’s no shortage of adorable prints and patterns to choose from. All your go-to kids’ clothing stores (and yes, your beloved Target) have unveiled their sweetest, spookiest, most hair-raising PJ sets.

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Carter’s Halloween Pajamas

As always, Carter’s has a great collection of footie sleepers for babies and toddlers, and separates for toddlers and kids. This year, they’re also carrying some patterns in adult sizes so the whole family can match. Those glow-in-the-dark skeleton ensembles are especially eye-catching.

1-Piece Halloween 100% Snug Fit Cotton Footie PJs

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2-Piece Halloween 100% Snug Fit Cotton PJs

Carter's

2-Piece Halloween 100% Snug Fit Cotton PJs

Carter's

2-Piece Halloween 100% Snug Fit Cotton PJs

Carter's

2-Piece Halloween 100% Snug Fit Cotton PJs

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Burt’s Bees Halloween Pajamas

If you’ve never felt Burt’s Bees’ baby clothes, they’re super soft, made with organic cotton. For 2022, their pumpkin carving and spider web designs actually come in sizes for the entire family (aptly named, Fam Jams). If you’re not into matching but want something festive for your babe, their sleep and play onesies are perfect.

Halloween Celebration Organic Cotton Pajamas, Silly 'Steins Sleep & Play

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Halloween Organic Cotton Pumpkin Carving Sleeper

Burt's Bees

Halloween Celebration Organic Cotton Pajamas Haunted Houses Sleep & Play

Burt's Bees

Halloween Organic Cotton Spider Webs Sleeper

Burt's Bees

Halloween Celebration Organic Cotton Pajamas Magic Mischief Sleep & Play

Burt's Bees

Old Navy Halloween Pajamas

Old faithful Old Navy is back again with seriously cute family pajamas for parents and kids of all ages. The mummy and skeleton footies will have toddlers and kids obsessed, and the black cats and little ghosts are super cute for low key Halloween movie nights in.

Unisex Matching Halloween Footed One-Piece Pajamas for Toddler & Baby

Old Navy

Gender-Neutral Printed Snug-Fit Pajama Set for Kids

Old Navy

Unisex Matching Halloween Pajama Set for Toddler & Baby

Old Navy

Unisex Matching Halloween Footed One-Piece Pajamas for Toddler & Baby

Old Navy

Gender-Neutral Matching Halloween Snug-Fit Pajama Set for Kids

Old Navy

Target Halloween Pajamas

Target’s Hyde & Eek Boutique PJs are keeping it classic with their black and orange color palette this year. The patterns range from Jack-O-Lanterns and bats and moons to human and dinosaur skeletons. And when shopping online, you’ll see Halloween character pajamas from The Nightmare Before Christmas, Star Wars, and more.

Kids' Halloween Dino Skeleton Matching Family Pajama Set - Hyde & EEK! Boutique™

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Kids' Halloween Skeleton Matching Family Pajama Set - Hyde & EEK! Boutique™

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Kids' Halloween Matching Family Pajama Set - Hyde & EEK! Boutique™

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Boys' The Nightmare Before Christmas 2pc Pajama Set

Target

Kids' Halloween Pumpkin Matching Family Pajama Set - Hyde & EEK! Boutique™

Target

The Children’s Place Halloween Pajamas

Halloween pajamas for kids, but make them glow in the dark. The Children’s Place has a ton of adorable Halloween prints this year, and pretty much all of them will light up your little one’s body with ghosts, monsters, and more. Browse these products to get an idea of the size options, and head over to The Children’s Place’s website for more designs and family sets. They even have PJs for Fido.

Girls Glow Owl Snug Fit Cotton Pajamas

The Children's Place

Unisex Baby And Toddler Matching Family Glow Pumpkin Snug Fit Cotton Pajamas

The Children's Place

Baby And Toddler Girls Glow Ghost Snug Fit Cotton Pajamas

The Children's Place

Unisex Kids Glow Monster Snug Fit Cotton Pajamas

The Children's Place

Unisex Kids Matching Family Glow Mummy Snug Fit Cotton Pajamas

The Children's Place

Little Sleepies Halloween Pajamas

Fans of The Nightmare Before Christmas will love this year’s collection of Halloween pajamas from Little Sleepies. They have themed PJs for the whole family with Jack, Zero, and other beloved characters, and even sleep sacks for babies designed to look like Jack and Sally’s costumes. Don’t miss the other patterns though — that candy print is the cutest.

The Nightmare Before Christmas Two-Piece Pajama Set

Little Sleepies

Spooky Sweets Zippy

Little Sleepies

The Nightmare Before Christmas Long Sleeve Bodysuit

Little Sleepies

Boo Crew Two-Piece Pajama Set

Little Sleepies

Hanna Andersson Halloween Pajamas

The holy grail of IG-worthy kids’ pajamas: Hanna Andersson. The prints this year are next level cute, featuring caramel apples, multicolor pumpkins, ghosts, gummy bears, and even some PJs that double as costumes. You and your kid will both be obsessed.

Baby Halloween Zip Sleeper In Organic Cotton

Hanna Andersson

Long John Pajamas In Organic Cotton

Hanna Andersson

Baby Halloween Zip Sleeper In Organic Cotton

Hanna Andersson

Long John Pajamas In Organic Cotton

Hanna Andersson

Long John Pajamas In Organic Cotton

Hanna Andersson

Tea Collection Halloween Pajamas

If you’ve never tried anything from Tea Collection, it’s about time, and Halloween is the perfect season to start. Their black cat pajamas are the perfect mix of cute and spooky, and a great gender neutral option for siblings.

Goodnight Pajama Set

Tea Collection

Which PJs will you choose for your spooky squad this year? Whichever Halloween pajamas for babies and kids you end up with, they’ll look absolutely adorable and festive, no doubt.

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