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Problems with Pumping
My pediatrician requested that I introduce a bottle to my DD when she was 3 weeks old (she's now nearly 6 weeks old).* We had no problems with nipple confusion, and she continues to nurse like a little champ (although the first week was tough) while my DH gives her a bottle every night.* I purchased a Purely Yours pump, and set off to build a freezer stash along with the 4 oz that my DH gives her at night.* My problem is pumping during the time that she's getting her bottle.* Am I just having problems with the let down reflex?* I'm only able to get a maximum of 1 ounce out of each breast!* While nursing my DD, I usually pump an ounce out of the opposite breast, and have no problems getting that while also satisfying DD's appetite.* I pump more in the middle of the night as my breasts are usually fuller, and get between 1.5 and 3 ounces out of one breast.* 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? Kymmi |
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