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What is a postnatal vitamin and why is it important? What should I look for in one? Click here to see how Majka's Nourishing Lactation Powder is the best fit for your postnatal needs!

As a new mom, we know you're worried about not producing enough breastmilk! In this post, we're defining low milk supply, identifying its top causes, and answering all your milk supply questions!

Baby prep isn’t easy, and finding the right products can be daunting and time consuming. In this post, Majka Co-Founder Lorena explains how she is prepping for baby #2 and her favorite items!

Water is an important staple for a breastfeeding mom. In this post, you'll learn about the importance of hydration, the impact of water on breastfeeding, tips on how to stay hydrated and more!

Caring for our new baby is a wonderful feeling, but it isn't long before we start to feel the weight of our to do list rapidly growing. Here are 5 tips to help you feel like you again, mama!

Breastfeeding mothers have the ability to enhance the quality of their own breast milk. Learn the steps you need to take to provide your baby with high quality breast milk.

It’s understandable to feel tired as a new mom. But how tired should you be? What’s normal? What’s not? Read this post to learn about Postpartum Fatigue and some solutions to manage it!

Most moms will benefit from exercise during pregnancy. In this post, we give advice for staying in shape during pregnancy while keeping yourself & your baby safe.

Weight gain is normal and expected during while pregnant. In this article, we discuss how much weight you should gain to support your baby's development.

Fresh, filtered water is a great choice but it can get, well, boring! If you’re going to add something to your water, why not make it beneficial to your milk supply and have it taste good, too.

There are many herbs that have been used for hundreds of years that can support a breastfeeding mom. Goat’s rue is one of the best herbs to increase milk supply.

Many moms are confused about how to get rid of loose skin after pregnancy. In this post, Kate Horney is giving tips and ways to tighten loose skin after pregnancy!

Can I have honey while breastfeeding? What is botulinum? In this post, you'll find out if honey is safe while breastfeeding, the benefits of honey, and more!

Over 60% of pregnancies result in an abdominal separation called Diastasis Recti. Read this post to learn if about Diastasis Recti and ways to prevent this condition!

The debates and controversy about infant feeding can leave a new mother distressed and confused about the best way to care for their new baby. This article delves into the history of breastfeeding in the last few generations. Read on to learn more.

A mother’s breastfeeding diet is important, especially so when you want to increase your milk supply. What you eat while breastfeeding is important. In addition to lactation cookies and breastfeeding smoothies, incorporate these top lactogenic foods in your postpartum diet.

It's Bri the IBCLC here to chat about sore nipples! Yes, some soreness is normal but keep reading, because I’m going to teach you how to navigate your way around nipple pain while breastfeeding.

Rachel Dacks of Cocoongoods is telling us all about her motherhood journey in this post. Click here to read about her struggles, realizations and advice to new moms embarking on the amazing journey of motherhood!

Things are always better in color, right? Read this blog post to learn about the rainbow of galactagogues and all of their milk boosting properties!

Can my newborn sleep too much? Should I ever wake my newborn from a nap? In this post, find the answers to all of your top sleep questions!

Ever wonder why moms stop breastfeeding earlier than they planned? If you’re about to start breastfeeding or you’re in the middle of breastfeeding, here are some breastfeeding statistics you should know about.

Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for prenatal nutrition. In this post, we ask her about the best foods to include in a pregnancy diet and more!

Rigid sleep schedules where you wake a baby to start the day or from naps, can often set families up to fail. In this post, Dr. Sarah Mitchell explains a more realistic schedule for you and your newborn!

As moms, we’re running a million different places each day and sometimes, we just need a little help from our dear friend, Caffeine. Read this blog post to learn about caffeine and how it can affect your milk supply as a breastfeeding mama!

We have a few underlying explanations for why you’re experiencing breastfeeding pain and remedies that could help you out before you choose to stop breastfeeding!

We understand feeling confused and doubtful as a new mom. In this post, we're talking about differences in nap times between babies and how much your baby should be sleeping based on her age!

Have you ever wondered if your vegan diet is healthy while breastfeeding your baby? Read this post to learn more about breastfeeding on a vegan diet and what you can do to make sure your milk supply contains all the essential nutrients for your little one!

Choosing how to feed your baby is a big decision and one that comes with a lot of opinions. Is breastmilk or formula better? In this post, you'll find out about the benefits and cons of both options and what the right answer is for YOU!

Whether we admit it to ourselves or not, losing weight after giving birth is on our mind mere moments after saying “all I care about is a healthy baby.” Read this post to learn about the hormones responsible for weight fluctuations postpartum and what you can do to feel your best as a new mom!

Your pelvic floor supports your organs during activities that stress them physically. In this post, find out how why it is important to strengthen your pelvic floor and your core and how to do it yourself!

What's a plugged duct vs. mastitis, and what do you do for both? In those first few weeks, you’re most susceptible to experience these but there are a few easy ways to prevent both!

What is colostrum? How much does a newborn need? What’s the difference between breastmilk and colostrum? Learn more about colostrum and its benefits here!

Breastfeeding can be physically and mentally exhausting, overwhelming and stressful in general. Read this post to learn more about how stress can impact you and your milk supply as a new mom and some tips on how to overcome this stress!

Boosting your milk supply can be done in many natural and simple ways. Milk thistle has been used for its medicinal properties for thousands of years. Learn about milk thistle and its lactation boosting benefits here!

One in seven women will experience postpartum depression. This may sound like a scary statistic, but the good news is that resources and support for postpartum depression are getting better than ever. Try our Nourishing Lactation Protein Powder for a boost in protein and a complete postnatal vitamin.

Cara Halberg, weighs in on how nourishing her body postpartum helped her recover after birth and how "postpartum confinement" can help you heal postpartum.

Read up on whether or not your lactation consultant is covered by insurance. Here we teach you the top tips on prenatal and postnatal breastfeeding tools. Plus, you'll learn how and when these lactation aids can be covered by insurance.

Postnatal depletion is a condition that over 50% of women struggle with after giving birth. You fight postnatal depletion by taking a postnatal vitamin, eating well, and maintaining a good support system. Learn more about what postnatal depletion is and how to recover.

Preparing for postpartum involves one very important distinction — postpartum healing focuses on YOU! Here are our top tips to fuel your body & heal postpartum.

Haylie Schwartz Perinatal And Postpartum Depression Story. The narrative around postpartum depression in popular culture today leads most people to believe that the biggest roadblock to treatment is recognizing you are suffering. For me, that wasn't the case...

Do you have questions about your milk supply? In Our Free Guide we help breastfeeding moms learn how to know if you have an adequate supply, how to boost it, and also amazing breastfeeding recipes.

In this blog post, we give you the tools you need to feel empowered and get rid of mom guilt once and for all.

Our registered dietitian is highlighting why Shatavari is good for breastfeeding moms. Use this guide to understand more about this milk boosting plant!

Moms know that during birth, our bodies are about to go through a marathon of sorts. It’s important to plan ahead for your nutrition needs both before and after delivery. Here's a list of what you should and shouldn't eat during labor.

Majka is partnering with moms to create a Mom to Mom blog series. Click here to read Reagan Moya-Jones' motherhood story, how she struggled with breastfeeding and overcame mom guilt.

To nourish your body, recover, and be the best version of yourself, we discuss why your diet is important postpartum, breastfeeding and what to eat to help your recovery.

As a mom, to feel good — physically, mentally, and emotionally — you must maximize the sleep you get. From nutrition to your everyday environment, there are a few different strategies you can easily implement to maximize your rest.

Many women understand the importance of getting the right nutrition during pregnancy. However, few women pay attention to their body’s postnatal nutritional needs. Majka lactation products were made to help support you during this critical postpartum time.

On this post we talk about what Turmeric is, it's benefits for new and breastfeeding moms and how to incorporate into your diet.

Let's be honest, you can never really plan your birth. So what’s the point of planning ahead? Writing out your birth preferences allows you to educate yourself around the choices you DO have during your birth and to let your birth team know exactly what you need in order to feel supported and taken care of.

Did you know that good nutrition while breastfeeding is as important as nutrition while you are pregnant? Learn more about nutrition while breastfeeding.

Aside from birth itself, it seems like some of the most common concerns we hear from new moms is all about how to get ready for the daunting transition back to work.

The entirety of this blog will be about one burning, Hulk-sized, million-dollar question: Can supplements really increase my milk supply?

As moms, our normal day-to-day routines often change! In this post, we're sharing tips on intuitive eating for the best breastfeeding nutrition.

It’s hard to wrap your head around exactly what you’ll need for breastfeeding and pumping. In this post, we're sharing 10 must-haves for nursing and bottle-feeding moms!

New moms have a lot to think about, including how to get rid of those extra pounds packed on during pregnancy. In this post, we have 6 postpartum fitness tips!

For years, motherhood was focused on the three trimesters of pregnancy. In this post, we're talking about what is the fifth trimester and transitioning back into work!

We've made boosting your milk supply a little easier with these five simple breastfeeding recipes. With these snacks, you'll be on your way to increased lactation in no time!

The co-founders of Majka are passionate about their products, and they’re even more passionate about providing mothers everywhere with high-quality nutrition and support. Get to know our co-founder Majo in this post!

Postpartum nutrition is extremely important, which is why many moms choose to incorporate fenugreek in their meal plans after delivery. The herb fenugreek is a galactagogue that helps to boost milk flow and lactation!

Motherhood is an incredibly journey filled with both highs and lows. In this post, our amazing community is sharing all of their fourth trimester tips!

Do lactation cookies really work? In this blog post, we're breaking down the ingredients commonly found in these cookies and how they can boost milk supply.

If you are currently nursing and have noticed you are on the lower spectrum of steady milk production, there are many different ways you can grow your milk supply—one of which is by using natural herbs. In this post, we're sharing 10 herbs that increase milk supply.

One way to combat postpartum depression is to maintain optimum nutrition. In this post we help restore your body and mind, which could lessen the symptoms.

What should you eat on a breastfeeding diet? In this blog post, we're breaking down essential nutrients that should be found in a well-balanced postpartum diet as well as providing some meal ideas.

At Majka, we understand the significance of postnatal nutrition — especially when you're breastfeeding — because Motherhood isn’t for wimps. On our blog, we've outlined the essential vitamins you need postpartum to make sure you’re at your strongest health to handle everything this tiny human throws at you!

There is nothing fun when it comes to having an upset stomach. In this post, we share tips for curing your baby's upset stomach.

Today, our society praises moms who bounce back right after having a baby. In this post, Amy Chang is sharing her experience with postpartum confinement.

Fitness is just one aspect of healing postpartum. In this post, Lindsay Mumma of BIRTHFIT is sharing her expert tips on how to heal postpartum.

It has never been easier for us to compare ourselves to everyone else. In this post, we share tips on how to manage societal pressures & expectations as a new mom.

In this post, Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist, & Board Certified Lactation Consultant Crystal Karges discusses the role of nutrition in postpartum recovery.

For many new moms, their #1 concern when it comes to going back to work is their milk supply. So, if you’re getting ready to head back to the office after having your little one, these tips are for you!

Methylfolate is the purest form of vitamin B9. It is essential for mood, cognition, behavior, and overall brain and body health.

In this guide we cover everything a new mom needs to know about breastfeeding, from benefits of breastfeeding, most common questions, and more.