Post illness pumping woes - how long to rebound?

MickeyM04

Sorry to ask another pumping question...I pumped a whole 2.5 oz less at my first pump than I usually do.  And my first pump usually covers about 50% of what I pump for the day so this is obviously a big deal.  I haven't had a fever since about 1am on Saturday morning and I feel completely fine today (and was mostly fine yesterday).  I kind of thought my supply would have rebounded by now since I feel so good today.  I was never this sick when I nursed DS.  How long do you typically see before your pumping rebounds following a major illness?  Is this the new normal or should I give it another week or so before I can really say that?  I am wondering if I should be panicking yet or just thinking, "Yep, sucks right now, but just give it __ more days."

mittensonkittens

I would give it a few days. Stay hydrated and eat a lot. If it's not improved by Wednesday, then I'd add another pumping session in the evening before you go to bed. Give yourself a week before worrying about it.

MickeyM04

Thanks, I always love an excuse to eat a lot!!!!