Dos and don'ts of power pumping.

I'm exclusively pumping and need to increase my supply. What are your recommendations on power pumping to increase supply?

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Hi! Increasing supply takes a lot of work and dedication.
1) pump often. Either pump when baby feeds or every 3-4 hours. (Don’t skip night pumps they are important when building up supply)
2) low stress, stress will kill your supply. I only have 1/2 my usual supply when stressed.
3) eat good food and keep taking your prenatal vitamins.
4) lactation cookies either store bought or home made

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Good luck, it’s hard work

Awww cutie!!

I’m nearly 8 months into exclusively pumping.. if I ever want to increase my supply I power pump one of my sessions during the day when I have a bit more time to spare, so will pump for 10 mins have a 5/10 minute break, pump again for 10 minutes, another break and then 10 more minutes of pumping, and I do this for 2/3 days..

Just how every baby is different, so is every mama! So I’d say it’s a bit of trial and error, for me lactation cookies/vitamins/food made no difference.. but sleep/stress and water have an impact on my supply

Good luck on the journey x

if you’re on instagram @bemybreastfriend has a TON of helpful info. she exclusively pumps (she’s had twins and a singleton she pumps for)

While they’re eating, pump the other side. This makes sure both breasts empty and can refill fully. Always have a drink with you, even if you don’t think you’re thirsty. Drink liquids all day long. I mix v8 fruit juice with coconut water, coconut water really helps with production, v8 is high in nutrients and veggies as well. 🎉

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