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Old April 6th 04, 05:37 PM
Mary W.
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Default Problems with Pumping

KymmiTut wrote:

I was hoping that my problems with pumping without her there was a learning
curve, but after nearly 3 weeks of this, I'm still not having a satisfying full
pumping session. I'm terrified that when I return to work in another 6 weeks,
that the poor performance from pumping will continue and my milk production
will decline. I've tried relaxing before pumping, keeping a picture of DD
nearby, having a snack and water beforehand, and nothing seems to work. Am I
doomed?


The thing that worked for me (I work out of the home too) was to
be doing something else while pumping. Getting a hands free bra
and browsing newsgroups or reading a fluffy novel (something very
engaging) were usually enough to get my mind off pumping and
I pumped just fine. Thinking about DD, looking at her picture, etc
just inhibited let down for me.

If you are getting a good spray when you pump, you are likely
letting down. If so you can massage your breast while pumping
to eek out some more. You can pump longer and try to get
a second letdown.

Pumping in the morning was always most productive for me.
And it was easier to pump at work than at home.

6 weeks is still pretty young - your output will likely improve,
in the next 6 weeks.

Mary