Pumping while parenting isn’t just inconvenient. It’s a constant, invisible labor. Moms must clean and sanitize multiple pump parts several times a day, often in cars, closets, or public bathrooms. The CDC’s recommended cleaning process after each use is hard to follow even in the best conditions. Breastfeeding is encouraged by society, but moms who pump get very little support.

Cleaning pump parts is one of the biggest pain points for pumping moms.

Every pumping session requires multiple parts to be rinsed, cleaned, air dried, and reassembled several times a day. Moms find themselves scrubbing pieces in office sinks, car cup holders, or cramped public restrooms. It’s time-consuming and usually unsanitary.

Pump for Joy eliminates the cleanup. Our patent-pending product includes every single part that comes into contact with milk, made for one-time use and fully biodegradable. Just pump, toss, and get on with your day.

Our kits are made from biodegradable materials that break down in months/years, unlike traditional plastic that lingers for 450 years.

We’re building a membership-based business model that delivers convenience to moms’ doorsteps. Kits are sold through a subscription membership to ensure consistent supply, engagement, and monthly recurring revenue.

We’re raising our first tranche of $100K Pre-Seed to take our prototype to the next critical milestone:

• Pilot prototypes made of biodegradable materials
• Alpha testing and design finalization
• FDA prep and regulatory pathway clarity
• Partnership development
• Pay for co-founder and support staff
• Business operations and legal setup

Forward-looking statements are not guaranteed.

Our Partners & Supporters:

NC IDEA: A foundation that supports early-stage startups in North Carolina through grants and mentorship. Their programs help entrepreneurs grow and launch their businesses.

53 Ideas Pitch Competition: Regional competition where entrepreneurs submit a 53-second pitch. Winners receive funding and coaching. Pump for Joy won 1st place in 2024.

LaunchCLT: Charlotte,NC-based network that connects startups with mentors, investors, and resources to help them grow.

Advisory5: Strategic advisory group that helps startups with business planning, growth strategy, and operations.

Medpoint Consulting: Regulatory consulting firm that helps health and medical product companies meet FDA standards.

Dear Supporters,

Thank you for taking the time to learn about our journey. Pump for Joy was born from our own lived experiences and the desire to make life easier for moms who give so much every day.

We’re excited to share this moment with you. Your support helps us launch a category-defining product that could change the pumping experience for millions.

Thank you for investing in our mission. Let’s make breastfeeding easier, together.

Erin & Vanessa 💜