by Crystal Nelson | May 24, 2022 | Breast Pump, Flange Sizing, Relactating
Guest Writer: Tiffany Mooney Relactation can be difficult but the most rewarding part of the journey is seeing my milk in the fridge every day. Seeing my accomplishment is motivation. I can think to myself, “yes I made that!”. I want to help encourage and... 
by Crystal Nelson | May 24, 2022 | Flange, Flange Sizing, Flat Nipples, Inverted Nipples, Pumpin Pal, Pumping Pretty Inserts
Flat and inverted nipples are normal. If you’re worried about pumping, you’re not alone. I say this with the best of intentions – You Are Not Alone! When pumping, one of the major issues moms with flat or inverted nipples face is getting their... 
by Crystal Nelson | May 17, 2022 | Breast Pump, Flange Sizing, free breast pump, Pregnancy
This is a very popular question I get asked daily. You are likely nearing the 20 week mark of pregnancy and most insurance companies will now allow you to start shopping around for your free pump. You naturally wonder when the best time to measure your nipples will... 
by Crystal Nelson | Apr 18, 2022 | Beaugen Cushions, decreased supply, elastic nipples, Flange Sizing, pumpinpals
If you are asking yourself this question, it’s likely been quite a journey for you to discover you have elastic nipples in the first place. Finally thinking you nailed down the issue with a fitted flange or insert that is longer, only to discover, you... 
by Crystal Nelson | Feb 9, 2022 | elastic nipples, Elvie, Flange Sizing, Pumping Pretty Inserts
Yes that’s me crying! My goal has always been to change certain aspects about the Breast Pumping Community and if you have known me from the beginning, I have never strayed from this goal. Constantly working to make changes; I hope everyone reading this will... 
by Crystal Nelson | Jan 17, 2022 | Beaugen Cushions, cracked nipple, elastic nipples, Flange, Flange Sizing
Sorry Medela, You may have been around the block since 1961, but one thing you have fallen short on is the PersonalFit Flex flanges. Years ago, when I started sizing moms, I realized how short the Medela flanges were in comparison to other brands on the market. Not...