Pumped Milk
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Pumping & Storing
Asked by S.H. from Seattle
on January 14, 2009
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I just had my third child and am breastfeeding for the first time. He's almost 1 month old now...we had latching issues so I'm not nursing him directly, instead I'm ...
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- There are really good instructions about storing breastmilk on the LaLeche League website www.lalecheleague.net I pumped and worked for my son's first year. ...
- When I had my son ( 9 years ago) I did as you are with pumping and putting the milk in a bottle.When I pumped, I would put in the storage bags, then put in the freezer...
- Hi S., I haven't read the other responses so hopefully I'm not repeating too much. I pumped for my daughter for a little over a year so it is totally doable and GOOD...
Letting down with a Pump
Asked by A.W. from Columbus
on August 2, 2007
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Ok, I have been back at work for about 2 months now and having absolutly no problems letting down to my pump. Well this past week I have not let down once at work, I ...
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- This may sound corny, but I found that doing yoga breathing really helped. This is simply long, slow inhales/exhales through the nose. I found that the work environmen...
- I just had mirena put in a week ago (13 weeks after having my little girl) and I was having trouble pumping. I made sure I was drinking plenty of water and eating eno...
- Hi A.! I nursed my daughter and still to this day, 6 years later, when I hear a baby cry it feels like let down. I would suggest a tape of your baby crying, it signal...
Pumping Question
Asked by M.C. from Boston
on July 20, 2009
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I am currenly exclusively pumping and feeding my 1 month old from a bottle. She gets about 4 to 5 oz of formula a day. My question is this: She has started wanting 3oz...
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- Check out kellymom.com. There is lots of helpful information. You could try Fenugreek - it comes in capsules or tea. I have taken the capsules and it worked well for m...
- My first child was very similar. My son did get a bit better at latching on as he got older...he was just a late bloomer in that department. I think he was 3 months ...
- I would suggest checking with a lactation consultant at your local hospital for further input. Or connecting with a Nursing Moms group. They can be incredibly helpful....
Breast Pump
Asked by B.S. from San Diego
on February 22, 2008
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I am interested in purchasing a breast pump and I wanted to get the opinion of other moms on pumps that work well without costing too much money. I don't work outside ...
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- I recommend the AVENT ISIS breast pump. It is inexpensive and the manual hand held pump is easy to squeeze and can be used with only one hand. It has a silicone inse...
- Hi B.. I breast fed my second baby for 10 months and worked full time. First I tried a had pump that I got at target but my milk supply was so much ( my co-workers c...
- hi, most hospitals will rent a pump to you and I believe they run about $60/month. I know my cousin is renting one right now. If you don't need one for everyday the...
Pumping Panic
Asked by J.G. from Chicago
on March 15, 2010
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HELP!! I nursed my daughter until she was a year and for several months pumped several times a day at work. Now, I have nursed by son (he isn ow 9 mos old) and been ...
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- Sometimes pumping can cause inflammation. You can try pumping one side at a time if you think sometime may be wrong with the pump. Or try adjusting the hoses and mak...
- I pumped exclusively with my son and this happened to me a few times. It usually happened when I was stressed or something (like a cold or extreme jet lag) was bother...
- All these answers are great. Sometimes thinking about your son will help with letdown of your milk as well. The milk is there!
Breast Pump
Asked by M.B. from St. Louis
on October 16, 2010
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Hi Ladies!
I have always had a manual breast pump, but I think I want an electric one now. I would love to only spend around $100 and it also be a dual pump, not jus...
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- I used the Medela double pump, which I borrowed from my sister in law. I had no idea how expensive they were until right now when I went to look it up, but it's possib...
- I have the lansinoh http://www.lansinoh.com/products/double-electric-breast-pump. It works great. Got it on Amazon on sale $110 free shipping.
- I have a dual electric and love it! I'm not sure you can get them for $100 unless you're willing to get one used...which I did from a friend.
Pumping and Working
Asked by R.F. from Dallas
on October 25, 2006
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I leave the house about 7 and work until about 4:30 (about an hour commute each way). I pump religiously at work - 3 times a day for 15 minutes at 10, 1 and 4. I've ...
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- Everyone's advice is really good. I just wanted you to know a few things. I am a SAHM of a 2YO and a 6MO. Nursing with a 2YO is hard and I found myself in a similar...
- I had the same problem after a couple months at work. You should be able to have just 2 pumping sessions. I did 10 and 2. You'll likely get the same amount of milk....
- Hi R., I pumped while working and it can be hard. I went through periods where my supply was lower. This may sound crazy, but one of the things I did was look at a ...
When Do I Start Pumping?
Asked by B.P. from Boston
on July 25, 2010
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Hi Moms! I just had my second baby boy 5 days ago and I was wondering when I should start pumping in order to start a supply for when I go back to work in October. Any...
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- Start anytime, but you won't get much at first. If you are going back to work you probably should have a family member (dad or someone else other than you) start a bo...
- I would start pumping a.s.a.p. just so you have have a good supply in the freezer. I would suggest a deep freeze to store it in. You will also need to find a bottle th...
- start now! i always had plenty of extra milk in the beginning. pump after feedings.
Pumping and Bruising
Asked by S.L. from St. Louis
on July 11, 2011
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I've been pumping exclusively for 6 weeks now (and di w/ my last LO for 10 month) but this time my nipples are bruised fairly bad.
How long did this last for you?
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- I pumped for a year and a half and never experienced any bruising. Does it hurt? I would probably consult a doctor about it cause I don't think that's a normal reactio...
- I pumped exclusively until my son was six months old, but don't remember ever bruising. I did have extreme soreness in the beginning and it felt like bruising, but no...
- I had this issue and had to get larger "flanges." They are online, or you can possibly find them at babies r us or similar stores. Call around. There are several large...
Pumping
Asked by S.D. from Omaha
on May 20, 2009
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I have a 5wk old daughter and I am trying to pump to get ready to go back to work. I have borrowed an electric pump from a friend, but only one side works. I am havi...
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- I wish you lived in my area I'd give you Medela double breast pump. :(
- Pumping has never worked for me. With my 2nd one I had the same issue. My milk never lets down unless I have a kid on one side. One thing that I did find that worke...
- Just give it some time (5-10 minutes or so) and the milk will start coming once you get the sensation of the pumping. It usually takes my milk some time to come in to...
