Sounds like a mouthful (no pun intended), doesn’t it? Recently the term mommy blogger has been said with a slightly shrill tone, holding onto the “o” in mommy and dragging it out while in the phrase, “Oh, you’re a mommy blogger?”
No. I’m a content creator, badass bloggess, self-employed, wife and mom of two.
But then I was stopped in my tracks when I ran into an acquaintance and her husband. “OH!” he said, as though he recognized me, “The breastfeeding blogger! I love your site.”
So. Strange. But he [literally] face palmed himself and went on to stammer about not meaning exactly how it sounded… yeah. I got it. No biggie. It was kind of cool.
So, what do we breastfeeding bloggers do when going to a conference? We bring the babe, of course! For me, this is kind of insane because I also pump for a child that’s not my own- this means an early wake up and after a long day of travel (yep… making the trip in one day to avoid hotel costs), a late pump session.
First items in the bag: extra breast pads + water bottle! …the rest is pretty standard, I suppose. But really… how does one get through a conference with a baby in tow? I’m not totally sure, but I am going to make a go at it on Saturday at SoFabUOTR NYC! Besides my awesome GB Stroller, I’ve started to pack and so far, it’s looking pretty good- I may just be lucky to have the stroller to carry everything!
I’ll have the essentials for me:
- Light sweater, sunglasses and a change of clothes and shoes (I.C.E.)
- Cash + emergency CC
And for Millie:
(skim over picture to learn more) +
I love my breastfeeding relationship with Millie, and the fact that I work from home so that I can be a career mom… but I didn’t get this opportunity with Addie due to a difficult latch, resulting in LOTS of time pumping. I’m finding the biggest travel perk is no bottles, milk, or ice packs to worry about, and I’m totally going to live that up! I am so excited that babies are welcome at this event AND that Dave is totally taking one for the team, and helping me get out of the house at an obscene hour, giving up his work-from-home day, and prepared to help me late at night (in all my tiredness) on Father’s Day weekend!
So, what’s in your bag… do you think I’m missing anything? I’ve never been to a blogger conference before, and the early morning, late night, and long drive have me worried!
As long as I have my Blistex, gum, my portable phone charger and lots of snacks – I can go anywhere.
Charger is SO important!
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First, I love that you are breaking the mold of the mommy blogger. Thank you! In my bag if I carry safe snacks (no gluten, nuts) and some water I am good. Oh yes and my lip gloss, I always get dry hands at conferences!
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Conferences are always held in dry areas! The worst!
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Planning ahead is always a good idea! Comfy shoes, girl!
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YES!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
What a great idea to have a conference for breastfeeding bloggers. It is so wonderful when women are supporting one another.
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Love seeing women ban together and support each other. What a great idea to have a conference for breastfeeding bloggers!
It’s just a regular conference… just awesome that they let bloggers bring their babies. I could NOT leave Millie all day. She does like solids, but she would freak without some milkies!
This is a great way to plan to go somewhere! It’s like a having a little checklist so you don’t ever forget anything!
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Exactly! I can’t get somewhere and be missing something. Not with a baby!
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Have so much fun at SoFabUOTR!!! OMG It was such a blast! You’ll feel so inspired with our lovely SoFab family! Wish I could make it out to NYC to go to another one!
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It was the best!
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Looks like the perfect way to make sure everyone feels comfortable.
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Truth!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
I am an over-packer, I cart everything with me for fear of missing something important at a crucial time.
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I totally get that!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
I love that a dad recognized you as the breastfeeding blogger. How great is that.
The bags look good. Maybe some nursing pads in case something runs long and some hard candy or gum would go into mine.
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RIGHT?! I was like YES! My BFing is totally normal and known! LOL!
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Great post and tips! I always need my water bottle and something to chew on every time I do one of these! I LOVE how you can hover the item and it tells you what it is!
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Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
This is a great list! Looks like you’ll be well prepared! Comfortable shoes, a sweater, water bottle and camera are my must-have’s for conferences. And of course, my smartphone and an extra charger!
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Always a charger!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
Still bummed I won’t be there just to see you! My bag anywhere always carries a cell phone charger, Gobstoppers and lip gloss.
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I hope we get to meet up this year!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
Oh wow loved your little haul there! Love that you can hover over an item to learn more 🙂 Definitely very helpful for mommies out there!
Thanks!
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Love your grovia diapers! I used a few of those with my babes. 🙂 Never attended a conference though especially while breastfeeding, but I did have the awkward moment or two putting my milk in the public fridge at work. 😉 Good luck and have fun!
Grovia diapers are my fave!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
Good for you! I was a breastfeeding mama too, but I didn’t start blogging until my kids were a little older. I love that you are working it all- being a mom and rockin’ your business!
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Trying, at least!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
That sounds like a great event. I don’t think you have forgotten anything.
I didn’t- thank goodness!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
My kids are already big when I started blogging. This sounds like a really fun event. Good luck.
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Thanks!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
My wife breastfed our kids but never had this much stuff. You’re quite equipped!
Well… usually I carry very little, but we were in NY all day- a 3 hour train ride from home- so needing to be equipped was a must!
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I need, want, must-have that brass knuckle zip pouch! LOOOOOOVE!!!
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My friend got that for me years ago- I still love it so!
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I need to do more research, I never heard of the Breastfeeding Bloggers Conference. You received some great gifts because they are really needed. I still breastfeed and could use several of those items.
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Just a conference for bloggers that I was allowed to bring my babe to!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
That’s amazing you can bring your baby to the event. I always have my camera, a cellphone charger, water, pens and paper when going to blogger events!
So many events have told me no, so I aws so glad that CBias was OK with my girl being there with me!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
Oh wow, I had no idea about this. It is great that conferences are allowing children to attend now.
Some do- and it means the world to me!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
I don’t have a baby, but I would love to have. My sister is having one she’s really love to attend conference about brestfeeding.
You are super organized and ready to go! I tend to over pack. I’m trying to get better, really.
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I am an overpacker… I tend to pack, then trim it all by a 1/3!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
This sounds like a fun conference. And way to go for you pumping for another baby. I had to pump exclusively for my children and it was TOUGH.
Pumping is SO hard!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
I think you have it all covered! On another note, I really need a brass knuckles pencil case. That is just too cool.
Isn’t it fun? My friend got it for me years ago, and it’s just too cute to let go of- even though it’s not very “mom” of me!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide recently posted…Are you sure? Divulging information about your child’s disability.
Very timely publication, as we’re right now in the process of putting a page together with the aim to find some baby product.I have a new born baby.
Congratulations!