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Still can’t find a space? Don’t worry. There is a solution for just about any setting. More ideas for you and your employer are available from the Texas Mother-Friendly Worksite initiative. When to Pump: Planning a Schedule
Typical Breastfeeding Schedule7 A.M.Mom breastfeeds her baby just before heading to work. 10 A.M.Mom pumps milk during a midmorning break. 12:30 A.M.Mom pumps milk during lunch. 3 P.M.Mom pumps milk during afternoon break. 5:30 P.M.Mom breastfeeds her baby at home or at child care. Help—How Do I Get More Milk?
Just in Case: How to Hand-Express Your MilkSometimes the unexpected happens. Your electric pump fails or you leave a part of the pump at home. On days like this, you’ll be glad to know how to hand-express your milk. Plus, using hand-expression along with pumping can increase the amount of milk you are able to store for your baby. Here’s how:
Need help? Check out this illustrated demonstration of hand-expression. Related ArticlesHow long should pumping breastmilk take?Aim to spend 15 to 20 minutes hooked up to the pump to net a good amount of breast milk (some women will need 30 minutes or more with the pump, especially in the early days). Pump until the milk starts slowing down and your breasts feel well-drained. Be sure to clean the breast flanges after every use.
How many times a day should I pump while breastfeeding?As soon as possible, pump 8-10 times every 24 hours. This is how many times each day your baby would typically feed from the breast. In most cases, the more times each day you pump, the more milk you make.
How long should it take to pump 4 oz?How often in a day should you pump?. |