Milk Storage: Infant, Ameda
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Breastmilk Storage
Asked by A.W. from New York
on September 4, 2009
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I have a question about breastmilk Im planning to start pumping because i have to return to work next month I have a medulla pump and every time i try to pump its not ...
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- Never add milk to another stored milk, fresh or frozen unless you are combining two bags you pumped together into one to store. Storing smaller quantities is bette...
- You don't mention how old your daughter is but if she's a month or two you wont get a lot because she's not eating a lot. Little babies only eat 2-3 ounces at a time (...
- hi A.. yes, you can put it in the fridge and then add some the next day and then freeze it. it can be stored in the freezer for 3 months. good luck!
Stored Breastmilk
Asked by A.C. from Chicago
on December 30, 2008
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I am curious as to how long I can keep frozen breastmilk. I called our doc, and he said 8 weeks at the longest...but was told by a friend who is a peditrician- that i...
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- hi A. after the birth of my son this past may, the nurse told me to remember the rule of 3 when it comes to storing breastmilk. -you can leave breast milk on t...
- If it's in your refrigerator's freezer then about 3 months, but if it's in the deep freeze about 6 months. My friend who's a lactation consultant can back me up on tho...
- A.: in a separate door freezer at least 3 months/ that is the longest that has been looked at.... human milk bank stores in a deep freeze for more than ...
Low Breast Milk Supply
Asked by E.M. from Norfolk
on February 26, 2008
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Hi all:
Any advice on how to increase breast milk production? I work full time and have to use a pump. My son does not latch on well and breastfeeding has been too ...
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- My first child had latch issues that made me miserable until I read a little secret in a book. As you bring baby to your breast, make sure that your nipple is pointin...
- I was told I would not be able to bf my son, but I did until he was 4 years old. What helped me was a Traditional Medicinal tea, available at safeway or wherever tea ...
- E., I know your frustration. I have 3 and breast feeding for all was a challenge. My first didn't latch well, I was so stressed and we only nursed for 3 months. ...
Advice on Pumping/Storing Breastmilk
Asked by T.S. from Seattle
on June 6, 2008
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I will be returning to work when my daughter is 6 weeks old. My husband will be home with her for another 6 weeks, and then she will be going to daycare. I have deci...
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- Hi T., I know you are getting a lot of responses, but I didn't really see one with my exact experience and it might help. Before I had my daughter, I thought I w...
- I too went back to work at 6 weeks. 1. Any pump that you feel is best for you would work I think. I used the double electric pump by evenflo. 2. I started giving m...
- Medela Pump in Style is hands down the best pump. I have spoken to many women and nurses. Also, I froze milk in 4-6-8 oz increments. Once thawed you still have s...
Breast Milk Not Coming Out
Asked by E.J. from Atlanta
on April 10, 2007
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Hi, I am the mother of a 5 week old infant and we are having some difficulties with breastfeeding. I have noticed that the milk streams from both breasts are difficult...
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- Drink LOTS of water! Try pumping/nursing more often as well. Dehydration will cause milk production to decrease, and nursing more often will also help increase your ...
- I will probably be repeating what other mom's have written but I would drink more fluids, Mother's Milk tea, and there are tonics that you can take that are specifical...
- E., Sounds like your milk supply is drying up. I'd suggest talking to your ob gyn or a lactation consultant at the hospital where you delivered. There are thin...
Going Back to Work Soon, Need to Start Storing Breastmilk for Daycare
Asked by Y.B. from Los Angeles
on February 29, 2008
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I have a 2 month old daughter and will be returning to work in a few weeks. I have been breastfeeding her successfully but there is not enough milk to store any extra...
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- Your supply is highest between 1-5 am. I pump every night at 1 and get four ounces with my Medela Pump in Style. If your daughter breast feeds every three hours, she ...
- I used to get up in the middle of the night between feedings and pump and then store that milk. At first, I didn't get much but after a little while, I was getting ab...
- My lactation consultant said you should have four-4 oz. bottles for each day you are working. What worked for me was to pump 15 min. BEFORE I nursed my son. I was co...
Breast Milk
Asked by H.W. from Lakeland
on June 7, 2010
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My wife is having a hard time expressing her milk, is there any suggestions on how to get more milk out? She is drinking 6-8oz glasses of water a day, no more then that.
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- More water, check out WestonPrice.com for really good nutirtion, and- when my oldest had twins, and had this problem she you have a-just one- beer- usually I wouldn'...
- Rent or buy a breast pump and pump!!! I nursed three kids and I loved my breast pump. I could stimulate/supplement my milk supply, save milk for an outing, take it ...
- H., All of the advise that has been posted in good. But also, she may just have low milk production. Hopefully she doesn't stress, which will decrease production....
Questions About Breast Pumps
Asked by H.S. from San Diego
on November 16, 2008
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I have a lot of questions about breat pumps. I will have to return to work about 6 weeks after having my baby so I will need to pump my breastmilk. I have heard that t...
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- Hi H., I have the Medela pump in style advance and I've been very happy with it. I haven't had a problem with finding bottles to fit the pump. I have 3 different ty...
- I've been back to work for a month. I love the Medela! The hospital recommended it. They also said don't start pumping until your supply is regular (about 3-4 wks). ...
- Hi, Do you know if you want an electric or manual pump? I'm using a manual pump - Avant, which I find is really effective. It's a little bit fiddly to start with, bu...
I Need to Increase the Amount of Expressed Breastmilk
Asked by F.S. from New York
on April 21, 2010
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I have a baby girl of 4 months and im breastfedding full time every 2 or 3 hours since birth, but now Im interested in express some milk and I cant. I have a double el...
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- Hola F., Tendras que beber un monton de fluidos, especialmente agua y comer verduras como espinacas, collard, kale... all leafy green veggies. Y hay que dar de mama...
- You can try 'Fenugreek',I used the fenugreek powder mixed it water & drank
- I would pump on one side while my son nursed on the other.
Info on Breastpumps
Asked by S.R. from Indianapolis
on September 4, 2007
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I an in the process of researching breastpumps. I have looked at several different websites, read some reviews etc. I was wondering what others recommend. I was not ab...
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- Hello! Congrats on your almost here newest little one!!! My baby just turned 1 last week and I breast fed him for about 8 months. Let me tell you that the Medela Pump ...
- i like the medals. and you will want to try to get eletric duals. my sister liked the advent hand pump that is manual. you can ask in the hostipal for a kit that has...
- I love the Medela Pump In Style and you can get good prices in Ebay, new or used. I would wait until you see how much you might really need it. If it's just occasion...
