1.
Begin regular pumping as soon as
possible after their births. Short. Infrequent
sessions. Consider buying a pump before you have your babies. You may
become engorged and a good pump can help alleviate the pain and discomfort and
help your baby latch on better.
2.
Mums of multiples will usually
double pump for efficiency and will find that their milk supply is higher if
they use a dual electric breast pump because it empties both breasts more
completely than manual expression. Double pumping saves a lot of time rather
than pumping one breast at a time.
3.
When nursing one baby, pumping the
other side takes advantage of the simultaneous letdown, also has enough milk
available.
4.
Sterilize pumping bottles so they
are ready for the next pumping session. It is important to surround Mum with
proper support to ensure a successful pumping session.
5.
Simulating a newborn's feeding
routine helps produce more milk.
6.
Keep a record of the date and time
of pumping and how much is collected. This will clarify if pumping is occurring
often enough to keep the breasts stimulated to produce.
Most Neo-natal Intensive Care Units
(NICU) and Special Care Baby Units (SCBU) have procedures in place for storing
and handling expressed breast milk. If your babies are in the NICU/SCBU, ask
the staff if the hospital provides sterile containers for expressed milk.
Breast Milk can be stored in clean, sterile containers:
1. At room temperature (66-72F) for 4 hours.
2. In a cooler with ice packs for 24 hours.
3. In a refrigerator for 5-7 days fresh.
4. In a refrigerator freezer compartment for 2 weeks.
5. In a freezer compartment with a separate door for 3-4 months.
6. In a deep freeze for 6 months.
Types of pumps:
1. Electric: fast, efficient.
2. Battery: good for occasional pumping.
3. Manual: takes a long time to pump.
Not practical for women who pump often.
Remember:
1. Eat chocolate biscuits just to enhance your milk supply!
2. Learn to do work while you pump. Relax while you pump...
whatever feels most satisfying.
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