According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, breast milk contains disease-fighting cells called antibodies that help protect infants from germs, illness, and even sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Research shows that breastfeeding is linked to a lower risk of a wide range of health problems in babies, including:

• Ear infections
• Stomach viruses
• Respiratory infections
• Atopic dermatitis
• Obesity
• Asthma
• Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
• Childhood leukemia

While breastfeeding directly is ideal, life doesn’t always allow for constant nursing. Pumping gives you the flexibility to continue providing your baby with the best nutrition, even when you can’t be right there. It can help in situations such as:

• Returning to work or school – Pumping ensures your baby still has access to breast milk while you’re away.
• Date nights or overnight trips – Store milk in advance so caregivers can feed your baby in your absence.
• Latch or feeding challenges – Pumping helps maintain your supply while working through issues with a lactation consultant.
• Sharing feeding responsibilities – A pumped bottle lets partners, grandparents, or friends help with late-night or early-morning feedings.

By pumping and storing breast milk, you not only protect your baby’s health but also give yourself more freedom and peace of mind. Whether you’re building a freezer stash, covering a night feeding, or simply creating a little breathing room in your routine, pumping can be an empowering way to continue your breastfeeding journey.

Breastfeeding provides incredible benefits for both mom and baby, and pumping can make it possible to continue those benefits even when life gets busy. The good news is that most health plans cover a breast pump at little to no cost to you. We can help you check your eligibility and get an insurance-covered breast pump delivered to your door—so you can focus on what matters most: caring for your little one. Click the link below to get started!