A free midwife-written guide to help you cut through the confusion — so you know exactly what you need, when you need it, and what to avoid.
No spam. Just the honest information every mum deserves.
You're preparing for your baby. You want to do everything right.
But when it comes to breast pumps, the information out there is everywhere — and most of it is designed to sell you something.
You might be asking yourself:
"Do I even need a breast pump?"
"Should I buy one before my baby arrives?"
"What if I get it wrong and it affects my milk supply?"
"There are so many types — how do I know which one is right for me?"
"Everyone seems to have a different opinion — who do I actually trust?"
You're not confused because you haven't done enough research.
You're confused because the right information is hard to find.
This guide changes that.
I'm Louise — Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Newborn Breastfeeding Specialist and founder of the Breastfeeding Educator Hub with 18 years of experience supporting families through the early days of feeding.
I wrote this guide because I kept seeing the same thing: mums arriving in those precious first days already anxious, already second-guessing themselves — often because of something they'd read online or a product they'd bought before they knew what they actually needed.
This guide is what I wish every mum received before her baby arrived. It's honest, evidence-based, and completely free.
✓ Why midwives recommend waiting before you start expressing — and when it's right to start sooner
✓ The real risks of introducing a pump too early (and how to avoid them)
✓ Whether you need to buy a pump before your baby arrives — and why the answer might surprise you
✓ The difference between manual, electric, double electric and hospital-grade pumps — in plain English
✓ Which pump suits which situation — returning to work, NICU, supply concerns and more
✓ How to recognise early breastfeeding challenges before they become bigger problems
✓ What UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative standards say — and why it matters for your choices
All in one beautifully designed, easy-to-read PDF you can come back to whenever you need it.
It's free. It's honest. And it could save you weeks of confusion. Download your copy now and go into those early days feeling informed, prepared, and confident — whatever your feeding journey looks like.
Buying a breast pump before your baby arrives isn't always necessary — and sometimes it works against you. But knowing that is exactly the right starting point."
— Louise, Registered Midwife & Newborn Breastfeeding Specialist
You're pregnant and want to feel genuinely prepared — not just busy buying things
You're a new mum wondering whether you should already be pumping
You've been given conflicting advice and don't know who to trust
You want to understand your options before spending money on equipment
You believe informed choices make for a calmer, more confident start
This guide is not a sales pitch. It's the honest clinical picture — the kind of conversation you'd get if you were sitting with me on the ward.
"18 years supporting mums through the early days of feeding — this is what I'd tell every one of them." Louise
Once you've read the guide and you're ready to go deeper:
Expressing Made Simple: Choosing the Right Breast Pump A 30-minute midwife-led course covering exactly when to start, which pump to choose, flange sizing, and how to express without disrupting your milk supply.