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4 Tips From A Doctor On How To Pump More Breast Milk

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4 Tips From A Doctor On How To Pump More Breast Milk

Use these expert-approved ways to alleviate any anxiety you might have

July 19, 2021

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Trying to pump enough breast milk for your newborn can always be stressful, especially if you’re a new mother. And if you have to go back to work, you might worry about how you can pump and store sufficient breast milk to feed your child throughout the day. Learn these tricks that every breastfeeding mum should know, according to paediatrician and neonatalogist, Dr, Natalie Epton.

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4 Tips From A Doctor On How To Pump More Breast Milk
Don't wait, start soon
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You can actually start pumping as soon as you feel well enough after giving birth, says Dr Natalie Epton, specialist paediatrician and neonatologist.

Many new mums do so from the second day, with help from a lactation consultant at the hospital.

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Find the right timing
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Your milk supply is best in the morning and gradually tails off in the afternoon and evening.

That’s why you should pump and stimulate more milk production even after your newborn latches on in the morning. Try 7am and 10am.

If you’re pumping right after a feed, express for about five minutes on each side. If you’re not, you may need to give 10 minutes or more to fully empty the breasts.

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Massage before and during pumping
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When using a single pump, Dr Epton suggests alternating sides after five minutes to prevent your nipples from getting sore, especially in the beginning, when your body is unused to the sensation.

Remember to massage thoroughly before and during pumping to remove blockages and lumps, as well as improving the efficiency of your milk flow.

Try giving a rub-down from the upper outer quadrant of the breast towards the armpit.

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Try different pump models
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Use your time at the hospital to try out various breast pump models. Some mums prefer a manual one. Although it often takes a longer time, it’s a cheaper option.

But most find the electric pump the quickest and easiest way to express milk. While it’s pricey, parents regard it as an investment, especially if they plan to keep feeding breast milk, says Dr Epton.

Ultimately, it’s still cheaper than buying several months to years of formula milk – and, of course, it’s the best food for your baby.

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