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Milkface Canada's first breastfeeding boutique -and still the best source for all things breastfeeding. Get t Milkface Nursingwear is a mom store.

Milkface Nursingwear was born exactly six months after my first daughter. Nurturing her through nursing has proven to be one of the most rewarding experiences of my life and I have developed a passion for helping other breastfeeding pairs. We’re here to take care of mom’s needs so that mom can meet her baby’s needs. The Milkface mission is
• to help you nurse your child in comfort and style - at

home or in public
• to keep you informed about news in the world of breastfeeding
• to provide you with resources to deal with any breastfeeding problems
• to support you and your child in your breastfeeding relationship
• to become your online breastfeeding resource


At Milkface, we value parents and families and are advocates of attachment parenting and breastfeeding We are here to provide families with quality products that will help their parenting, promote attachment and make their lives easier. We are also committed to serving as a resource and education centre. We are pleased to share our knowledge with anyone who asks. We are happy to answer questions and to research those where we don’t know the answer. Milkface believes that you are the expert on your baby and we’re here to assist you.

Operating as usual

Have you seen domperidone in the news today and are worried about your use of it? Please note that it’s the weaning proc...
12/05/2022
Banned in the U.S., not approved for breastfeeding — why are so many moms taking this drug? | CBC News

Have you seen domperidone in the news today and are worried about your use of it? Please note that it’s the weaning process that may cause issues and that it’s very important to wean sloooowly (10mg/week as a guideline) and to use this (and any other drug!) with appropriate professional guidance.*warning that the article includes mention of suicidal ideation.

CBC spoke with nine women in Canada, the U.S. and Australia who say they had debilitating psychological side effects when they tried to come off domperidone, a drug that's often prescribed to help induce lactation, but isn't actually approved as a breastfeeding aid.

12/01/2022

In which Beth and I try and explain how to book with us and the difference between OHIP covered and private pay consults! Please ask any questions you have below!

Steps to access OHIP covered care (referral required):

Text "BRITT" or “BETHMCMILLAN”to 1-877-822-1105 to request a consult
Get a referral from your doctor/midwife/nurse practitioner (REQUIRED)
Fill out your intake form

Steps to access private pay care (self-refer):

For Britt - email [email protected] or go to Milkface.com
For Beth - text 613-298-6847

We are beyond thrilled to make our services more accessible! Text "BRITT" or "BETHMCMILLAN” to 1-877-822-1105 to book an...
11/16/2022

We are beyond thrilled to make our services more accessible! Text "BRITT" or "BETHMCMILLAN” to 1-877-822-1105 to book an in person or virtual lactation consult with one of us.

Lest we forget.
11/11/2022

Lest we forget.

HUGE sales on all of our bras! We've loved helping you find great nursing bras over the years but our shift in focus to ...
11/11/2022

HUGE sales on all of our bras! We've loved helping you find great nursing bras over the years but our shift in focus to lactation services means that we won't be stocking quite so many anymore. Help us clear our shelves and save some money on amazing bras!

Just received some beautiful new shirts from Resist Clothing Company. This Toronto based Indigenous owned company is a c...
09/29/2022

Just received some beautiful new shirts from Resist Clothing Company. This Toronto based Indigenous owned company is a community verified orange shirt vendor with lots of statement designs for everyday. Check them out and order on their website!

Yep, all of us!! ❤️
09/20/2022

Yep, all of us!! ❤️

This is a question we got a lot and the answer is a solid....maybe? Depending on your individual situation, green p**p m...
09/11/2022

This is a question we got a lot and the answer is a solid....maybe? Depending on your individual situation, green p**p may be an indication that something is up with your baby or it may just be a variation of normal! If you have questions about feeding your baby, to get them answered!

Pretty proud of my artistic breast work at this amazing conference! Having a great time learning.
08/26/2022

Pretty proud of my artistic breast work at this amazing conference! Having a great time learning.

Thought you couldn't wear a bralette because of your cup size? The new Bravado Sustainable Ballet Full Cup Bra has got y...
08/22/2022

Thought you couldn't wear a bralette because of your cup size? The new Bravado Sustainable Ballet Full Cup Bra has got you covered (literally!). Available at milkface.com right now!

Can you spot the breast pump in this picture? Wearable breast pumps (like this one from MomCozy) are the latest innovati...
07/30/2022

Can you spot the breast pump in this picture? Wearable breast pumps (like this one from MomCozy) are the latest innovation and these miniaturized pumps can be great for some! Are you a good candidate for a wearable breast pump? You might be if you:
Have a good milk supply
Fit in a standard fl**ge size
Are prioritizing convenience
Have you tried one? What's your experience with a wearable breast pump been like?

YES! Hold the mother. ❤️
07/29/2022

YES! Hold the mother. ❤️

Hold the mother, not the baby.⁣

Because the baby’s being taken care of—⁣
fed, snuggled, and given all the love in the world—⁣
by not only the mother,⁣
but her partner, grandparents, siblings, cousins, and friends.⁣

But the mother,⁣
may have gaps in her mind from lack of sleep,⁣
may be mechanical in her motions as she’s healing,⁣
may feel more like a mess than a mother,⁣
may be sitting in bed, crying, feeling overwhelmed in her body and life,⁣
may be full of mom guilt because in her mind, "she's not good enough,"⁣
and she’s bleeding, wincing in pain, swollen and emotional.⁣

And the mother’s that baby's whole world and needs to be seen, so she doesn't disappear into that postpartum fog.⁣

So, hold the mother, not the baby.⁣

A mother agrees that her baby matters more.⁣
But she’s hurting, while she’s the person behind the baby,⁣
in the background, making it all happen:⁣
feeding her baby at all hours,⁣
snuggling her baby close to comfort newborn cries,⁣
and being that baby’s everything.⁣

So, it’s the mother who needs your love.⁣

And a mother will remember who held her up.⁣

So instead of “I’m coming to see the baby,”⁣
try saying, “I’m coming to see you 𝘢𝘯𝘥 meet the baby, too.”⁣

Because the mother needs to be held more.⁣

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What do braces have to do with babies?? When we look at babies with tethered oral tissues, we often see the potential lo...
07/28/2022

What do braces have to do with babies?? When we look at babies with tethered oral tissues, we often see the potential long term complication of dental issues. If the mouth and jaw don't develop properly, there can be teeth crowding that lead to needing dental work. It's a lot to consider when making a decision about releasing a tie. A skilled IBCLC and a good release provider can help. Questions? Book with Milkface for an assessment!

Look - we all know that the best choice would be to stop smoking while pregnant and with a baby in your house but not ev...
07/25/2022

Look - we all know that the best choice would be to stop smoking while pregnant and with a baby in your house but not everybody is ready or able to go cold turkey. So what's the deal with smoking and breastfeeding? If a smoking parent is willing and able to provide breastmilk for their baby, that remains a great choice. Smoking and breastfeeding are not mutually exclusive. If possible, smoke outdoors and change your clothes before breastfeeding your baby. Working on cutting down on smoking can be a doable goal for some people and even a small decrease in the number of ci******es smoked per day is valuable.

Have you noticed small bumps on your ar**la since becoming pregnant? Those are called Montgomery's glands and they serve...
07/24/2022

Have you noticed small bumps on your ar**la since becoming pregnant? Those are called Montgomery's glands and they serve several cool purposes. They're a sebaceous gland that provide lubrication and cleaning for the ni**le and ar**la as well as helping the baby find the breast by emitting a scent to guide them. They can also sometimes leak milk. You may have one or two or a whole bunch!

Anywhere means anywhere!!
07/24/2022

Anywhere means anywhere!!

Actress Coleen Garcia's photo, breastfeeding on a paddle board. I love that she shared this with her 9.2 million followers and the world! No shame in nursing anywhere, anytime. 🤱🌊👏


"it was my first time on the paddle board, and I was finally having some nice alone time, until the little guy spotted me while he was playing in the water. It was nice while it lasted. "

Do you know what these are? If you're a pumping parent, you do! Whether you're pumping full time or just for the occasio...
07/22/2022

Do you know what these are? If you're a pumping parent, you do! Whether you're pumping full time or just for the occasional night out, your fl**ge size is important. The right size will get you the most milk in the least amount of time with total comfort! If you're not sure if that describes your pumping, book a fl**ge fitting appointment to get some expert help!

We all know that breastfed babies should start with a slow flow ni**le on the bottle but the packaging always says to mo...
07/20/2022

We all know that breastfed babies should start with a slow flow ni**le on the bottle but the packaging always says to move up flow rates as they get older. While that may be needed for some babies, most breastfed babies should stay on a slow flow ni**le while breastfeeding. Why? It helps ensure they need to work at the bottle and reduces bottle preference due to flow!

Do you look at these sweet faces and think they look a bit too old to still be nursing?! While your mileage may vary, br...
07/19/2022

Do you look at these sweet faces and think they look a bit too old to still be nursing?! While your mileage may vary, breastfeeding older babies, even into toddlerhood, is totally normal and biologically appropriate! With older babies can come new nursing challenges. Milkface is here to help!

There are so many breastfeeding pillow options out there! Our favourite has remained the same for years - the Nneka. A c...
07/16/2022

There are so many breastfeeding pillow options out there! Our favourite has remained the same for years - the Nneka. A cylindrical shape filled with buckwheat hulls, it's infinitely adjustable and extremely supportive, not to mention made in Quebec! Milkface stocks a wide variety of patterns - check them out!

Many breastfeeding parents worry about mastitis. Did you know that there are 2 types of mastitis:1) infectious2) inflamm...
07/14/2022

Many breastfeeding parents worry about mastitis. Did you know that there are 2 types of mastitis:
1) infectious
2) inflammatory
AND that only 1 of those 2 responds to/needs antibiotics? Milkface can help with both types as well as recurrent mastitis, milk statis and more - book here: https://milkface.com/pages/copy-of-book-a-lactation-consult

Yes! Don’t neglect your recovery, great products and suggestions from The Extraordinary Baby Shoppe & Hintonburg Kids
07/13/2022

Yes! Don’t neglect your recovery, great products and suggestions from The Extraordinary Baby Shoppe & Hintonburg Kids

Pregnant? Don’t forget about your aftercare! Your own postpartum healing is just as important as your new baby’s needs. Pain & inflammation ‘down there’ is common, and you can ease discomfort and speed healing with the right products. Stock up before you give birth, or send your partner in after the fact with a list and we’ll take care of it.

Feel like you're hearing a lot of conflicting information about what type of birth control is safe to use while breastfe...
07/11/2022

Feel like you're hearing a lot of conflicting information about what type of birth control is safe to use while breastfeeding? Yeah, you are! There's the top level basic info - yes, birth control is *safe* in almost all cases while breastfeeding but then there's the more nuanced info looking at potential impact on milk supply and your individual history and situation. Milkface can help you navigate the info and make the best choice for your family, book here: https://milkface.com/pages/copy-of-book-a-lactation-consult

Did you know we have galactogues (herbs that help with milk supply) in stock and can help you choose one if needed durin...
07/08/2022

Did you know we have galactogues (herbs that help with milk supply) in stock and can help you choose one if needed during a lactation consult?

There are so many reasons why you may need or choose to take medication while breastfeeding. Wondering if your meds are ...
07/06/2022

There are so many reasons why you may need or choose to take medication while breastfeeding. Wondering if your meds are safe to take? While the quick answer is yes, usually - we have access to databases that can give you more nuanced info and help you talk through your options.

Getting new high security locks today after a break in over the weekend. Luckily there wasn't much of value here for the...
07/04/2022

Getting new high security locks today after a break in over the weekend. Luckily there wasn't much of value here for them to steal but it's so discouraging to get an early morning wake up call from the alarm company and to spend the holiday cleaning up the damage while the police investigate. Small businesses are often the target for these burglaries and we're the ones who can least afford it! Grateful for the help I've received in getting the space repaired and replacing the stolen items.

The Canadian Indigenous Flag was designed by Kwakwaka’wakw artist Curtis Wilson. On Canada Day, we appreciate the fact t...
07/01/2022

The Canadian Indigenous Flag was designed by Kwakwaka’wakw artist Curtis Wilson. On Canada Day, we appreciate the fact that we're Canadian while recognizing that there is much work to do right here in Canada to make it a safe place for all.

Has your baby had a tongue tie release? The stretches the provider who did the release has given you are wound care - im...
06/30/2022

Has your baby had a tongue tie release? The stretches the provider who did the release has given you are wound care - important to ensure that the release heals properly BUT did you know that it's equally important to oral habilitation exercises for your baby to relearn how to use their tongue?

Do you have recognize this little silicone hat in the picture? If so, you may be remembering it fondly or cursing it's e...
06/28/2022

Do you have recognize this little silicone hat in the picture? If so, you may be remembering it fondly or cursing it's existence! This is a ni**le shield and, despite them being available off the shelf pretty much anywhere, they're a specialized piece of breastfeeding equipment that are best used with an IBCLC's help. Are you wondering if using a ni**le shield would help you? Book with Britt and find out!

Wondering about drinking alcohol while you're still breastfeeding? I get a lot of questions about this from parents who ...
06/27/2022

Wondering about drinking alcohol while you're still breastfeeding? I get a lot of questions about this from parents who are almost embarrassed to ask! While there are nuances to it, the short answer is usually that it's fine to have an occasional drink and that you definitely don't need to test your milk for alcohol! Have questions? Book a consult!

Are you experiencing pain while nursing or pumping? While some odd sensations can be normal as you get used to feeding y...
06/25/2022

Are you experiencing pain while nursing or pumping? While some odd sensations can be normal as you get used to feeding your baby, anything that you're describing as pain is a sign you need some expert help! Book with Britt and get your breastfeeding journey back on track!

Choosing a bottle for your breastfed baby can be daunting! Glass? Plastic? How big? What about ni**le shape? And flow ra...
06/21/2022

Choosing a bottle for your breastfed baby can be daunting! Glass? Plastic? How big? What about ni**le shape? And flow rate? While there may be individual differences (and we can work through those with you in a consult!), most breastfed babies do best with a bottle that's slow flow and shaped like a breast at work (more pyramid shaped) rather than a breast at rest (more obelisk shaped). Have questions? Book a consult with Britt!

Timeline photos
06/21/2022

Timeline photos

New at Milkface - Nursicare Therapeutic Breast Pads! While we hope you don't need these, they can reduce ni**le pain and...
06/20/2022

New at Milkface - Nursicare Therapeutic Breast Pads! While we hope you don't need these, they can reduce ni**le pain and help heal damaged ni**les.

Timeline photos
06/19/2022

Timeline photos

06/17/2022

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1572 Carling Avenue
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A great opportunity to get a baby carrier from an amazing local business. Tula carrier at Milkface Nursingwear are 40% off! Check them out!
Meet Beth McMillan, Lactaction Consultant at Milkface Nursingwear
We're so excited to be a part of this online baby shower full of amazing Canadian small businesses with so many prizes to be win! I think the last count was $5000 worth 🤯

Sign up here to join on Thursday!

https://info.ecochicmovement.com/squeeze-page1588729725277?fbclid=IwAR3LzISQjER5WWgFUGa7F4CuDVJks1_0AEj1eskn_vJhqgiGlzkNZl18xE0

MakeMyBellyFit
Momzelle Breastfeeding Apparel
Milkface Nursingwear

These three are just a few of my personal faves that will be there. Plus a sling from yours truly of course 😉
We are thrilled to be a part of this event! Mark your calendars, this Thursday May 14th, there is over $5000 in prizes to be won from an awesome selection of Canadian businesses (including a gift card to our website 😍) Tag your pregnant and new mama friends!

Join the party here: https://info.ecochicmovement.com/squeeze-page1588729725277?fbclid=IwAR3LzISQjER5WWgFUGa7F4CuDVJks1_0AEj1eskn_vJhqgiGlzkNZl18xE0

Some of the companies offering prizes:
Milkface Nursingwear
MakeMyBellyFit
Evive Smoothie
Wee Woolies
True North Ring Slings
And Many More!!!
Just because it is *common* does not mean it's *normal*!
There are still options for lactation help during this time, Milkface Nursingwear is offering virtual support.
I shopped at Milkface Nursingwear for the first time after my oldest son was born (he's 14!). Britt and her amazing staff are my go-to recommendation for clients looking for breastfeeding support. They are currently offering virtual breastfeeding support so you can get the help you need from an Lactation consultant from the safety and comfort of your home.

https://www.facebook.com/milkfacenursingwear/
We love this local business, Milkface Nursingwear. Please watch Britt’s video message and let’s support them! We will match your donation with a gift certificate for up to $30 for any of our classes (but feel free t donate more!!). Just send us a private message with the amount 💕 This is in top of her offer to provide breastfeeding support for those who need it.

👋 I’m taking a moment to amplify the message from my friend and former boss, Britt Lennox Pegan of Milkface Nursingwear. Working for Britt when my youngest was little literally saved my sanity, reconnected me with my own self after years of mothering, and taught me most of what I know about running a business. If you like how we run Fabrications, and our focus on customers, our family-friendly workplace policies, you have Britt to thank for that.

Milkface is her family’s sole income and they are facing a complete loss of income with no government support because she is a micro-business, self employed, and not sick.

If you have a baby in life, are breastfeeding, or know someone who is, Milkface is the place for you! Go check out their website or give them a call and find out about all the amazing things they have to offer Ottawa breastfeeding, baby wearing, and parenting families.
Britt has been a valuable asset to Ottawa’s breastfeeding and babywearing community for 18 years, and Milkface Nursingwear is her family’s main source of income. Closing your doors for an unknown period while bills continue to mount is a scary prospect, it’s something none of us were prepared for.

Britt is offering breastfeeding consults to families in need in exchange for donations, if you can support Milkface in this difficult time, you’ll help ensure other families can benefit from her services now, and in the future.

paypal.me/milkfacenursingwear
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