I read the Milk Memos on recommendation from a forum I frequent. It's written my two mamas who worked at IBM and shared a "lactation room" upon their return to work after maternity leave. They kept a notebook to share tips and help new moms feel welcome, and this book includes notebook entries from four different women (including a single mom, for those of you who can relate to that), as well as other content on breastfeeding and pumping.
It is a fun read, with silly turns of phrase (the lower-producing breast? a "milk dud") and some practical tips on pumping and on surving working outside the home as a breastfeeding mom. However, having been back at work for only two months, I already felt like a lot of the information didn't apply to me (or was old news). Also, as someone who has had issues with milk supply, I'm ashamed to say it sparked some serious production envy in me. Not to mention envy of a dedicated lactation room, as opposed to the room that is Meeting Room 2 and the AV Room with butcher paper on the windows and a homemade Do Not Disturb sign.
Overall, I think it's a cute book about a topic that is near and dear to my heart: juggling work, family and breastfeeding. Personally, I'm glad I borrowed it from the library. But if you'd like to buy it for yourself or a new mom who's anxious about going back to work, I'll get a few cents if you click below.
The Milk Memos: How Real Moms Learned to Mix Business with Babies-and How You Can, Too
1 comment:
Looks like a fun book
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