01/29/2026
It’s such a great feeling to quickly help alleviate a postpartum parent’s concern!
Tonight’s problem: their Spectra pump had no suction during the day. Parent showed me how they assembled the fl**ges and valves - all looked good. Until…she went to turn the pump on with both tubes attached to the ports but only one fl**ge. I asked if she had been trying to pump on a single side - the answer was yes. I then explained that the second vacuum port needed to be sealed with the cap. With the tube attached, the system was open, meaning it had no vacuum. “Problem” solved!
Since transitioning solely to newborn care and postpartum support in 2021, I have had the pleasure of helping 37 families with their 38 newborns (including a set of twins) and have earned several certifications.
Knowledge is gained both from education and experience, so it’s important to always be open to learning more - whether from a family you care for, a peer in the industry, or a class you take.