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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...

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...

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 ...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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,...

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 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...

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...

100% of women who used Lactamo "felt that it was beneficial for their lactation". 100% of women “reported that they would recommend Lactamo to other mothers to assist their lactation” Findings incl...

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.

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"...

Labour and childbirth is one of the biggest moments in our pregnancy journey. While no two births are the same, there’s so much value in learning what to expect to help you prepare for the experien...

Becoming a mama can be one of life’s biggest moments. While there can be incredible highs, there can also be many lows and unexpected challenges along the way.  Mamas can encounter a range of sympt...

Breastfeeding can take plenty of time and practice to get it right. From finding a comfortable position to securing a deep latch, these movements and postures can involve some trial and error for b...

"Everyone has a terrible breastfeeding story, whether it’s starting the process, weaning or any amount of stress and pain in between. It’s estimated 92% of mothers experience breastfeeding problems...

Bringing new life into the world is often presented as a joyful, loved-filled experience. But if you’re feeling worried, experiencing abrupt mood swings, severe fatigue or just not feeling yourself...

Lactamo is honored to be awarded this prestigious Business NSW State Award from Business NSW. “This year’s winners should feel incredibly proud to be named as the leading businesses for 2021, and w...

Finding ways to settle bub and give them the rest they need to grow and thrive will probably involve plenty of trial and error. Plus, what works one day might not work the next (and that’s totally ...

While we talk a lot about feeding your baby (whether that’s breast milk or formula), it can be easy to neglect nourishing ourselves during our postpartum period. But there is an important link betw...

In this blog, Midwife and Lactation Consultant Amber Gibson explores what to expect during your fourth trimester, how to prepare for breastfeeding and the benefits of breast massage when navigating...

In this blog, Tanya Maschio (Founder of Thrive Lactation and Parenting Support) shares her expert insights about the difference between foremilk vs hindmilk, how fat levels shift in our breastmilk ...

In the blog, Registered Midwife and CEO of Birth Beat Edwina Sharrock shares what mamas might experience during their first trimester plus five practical tips to help you navigate and manage this t...

There’s a lot of change that happens when we become a new mum. Along with our bodies and our lifestyle, one of the biggest changes we might encounter is our desire for sex during breastfeeding. N...

Out of all the challenges you might encounter during your breastfeeding journey, breast refusal can be one of the toughest. In this blog, Lactation Consultant Sarah Thijs (@thebreasthelp) explains ...

Discover what antenatal expressing is, the power of colostrum and how breast massage can help you when expressing before birth.

Bringing new life into the world is an exhilarating experience. In fact, planning how you’ll navigate labour and birth is likely to be a main focus for you during your pregnancy.  But, once the rol...

Discover breast massage benefits, how it can help with healthy breastfeeding, the most common breastfeeding challenges and how breast massage can help.

With over 10 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse, Lactation Consultant and Sleep Consultant (and a mama herself) Courtney shares her insights about breastfeeding and how mamas can identify and ...

Lactamo has been announced as the winner of the 2021 Business NSW Regional Award “Outstanding Startup”. 

Lactamo has been referred to as one of the leaders of the FemTech Industry in FemTech Collective's Annual Market Report 2021.

Etta, a corporate lawyer and mum of four, couldn’t find a solution for her breastfeeding struggles. So, she built a pioneering new product from the ground up. READ MORE HERE

We're so excited to be included in Mum Central's "Best Breastfeeding Products" round-up. "Breastfeeding, what a wild ride it can be! No matter if you’re just starting out feeding your newborn or a ...

Lactamo’s Founder, Etta, features on Kidspot with Lactamo. "Mum-of-four invents 'breastfeeding game-changer'" Lactamo is rolled over the breast and is aimed at stimulating milk production and flow ...

Lactamo’s Founder, Etta, and Professor Linda Sweet, Chair in Midwifery at Deakin University and the Western Health Partnership, were interviewed by Westpac for a feature on Lactamo. "The lawyer tur...

LACTAMO’S FOUNDER, ETTA WATTS-RUSSELL, HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED AS A FINALIST FOR THE WOMEN’S AGENDA “EMERGING ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR” AWARD 2021 It’s that time again. The time that we get to sit back...

THE INDEPENDENT CLINICAL TRIAL, LED BY LACTATION CONSULTANT PROFESSOR LINDA SWEET RN RM PHD FACM FANZHPE WITH THE WESTERN HEALTH PARTNERSHIP HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED The trial will be publi...

LACTAMO IS HONOURED TO BE INVOLVED IN THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT'S 2021 NSW GOING GLOBAL EXPORT PROGRAM This initiative of the NSW Government focusses on accelerating growth in international market...

Lactamo’s founder, Etta Watts-Russell, is invited onto ausbiz tv to discuss Lactamo including the problem that Lactamo is solving, Lactamo's journey and the recent award that Lactamo has won "Best...

THE COMPETITION, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TEDXSYDNEY, SAW 12 SMALL BUSINESS FOUNDERS AND ENTREPRENEURS COMPETE ACROSS TWO CATEGORIES – NEW BUSINESS IDEA AND NEW IDEA FOR AN EXISTING BUSINESS. Businesse...

Lactamo’s Founder, Etta Watts-Russell, is invited to present at the Spark Festival 2020, with over 2,500 people registered. Spark Festival is Australia’s largest event connecting businesses, innov...

Etta Watts-Russell, the founder of FemTech start-up Lactamo, shares the inspiration behind her innovative lactation aid and how it aims to give new mothers a more positive breastfeeding experience.