Our Story

Welcome to Mama+Mini! I’m Lauren, a passionate Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse, dedicated mother, and the founder of this space created to empower new and expecting mamas.

From evidence-based advice to practical tips, my goal is to support you through this journey—because when mamas thrive, their little ones do.

With over a decade of experience caring for the most delicate lives, I understand how crucial it is for both mother and baby to embark on their journey together with the knowledge, support, and confidence they need. My personal experiences have profoundly shaped my understanding of the diverse paths that mothers and babies navigate. I blend my professional expertise with personal insights to create a nurturing community where mothers can feel informed, empowered, and prepared for their baby’s best start.

Breastfeeding, in particular, holds a special place in my heart. Our breastfeeding journey began during pregnancy when I expressed colostrum antenatally and continued until a few months after my daughter turned seven. While I aimed to meet the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommendation to breastfeed for the first two years of life, I had no set expectations about how long our journey would last. Each month and every year of breastfeeding became a treasured milestone.

It was important to me to remain flexible and responsive to my daughter’s needs, allowing her to guide our journey through a gentle weaning approach. The “don’t offer, don’t refuse” philosophy gave me the confidence that we were crafting our own unique experience, and that when the time came, we would navigate a smooth and respectful transition.

Although our breastfeeding journey is complete, our love and connection continue to grow.