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pumping question

Mrs. Alli BrittainMrs. Alli Brittain
in Babies: 0 - 3 Months
Up until today I have been EBF with the exception of pumping occassionally if DS is napping longer than usual.  Today I have been feeding DS about the same as usual, maybe a little less but my breasts feel engorged.  I have been trying to pump to relieve some of the pressure/pain but I can only seem to get about 1 ounce or so.  Is there something I can do to help the milk express so I can get some relief?  I pumped with my first and never had any problems like this.  Any help would be appreciated! 
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Re: pumping question

  • nadinethequeen01nadinethequeen01
    You have to be relaxed while you pump in order to get a letdown. You can take a hot shower and massage your breasts. Also, sometimes I squeeze my boob and it will make milk come out. Often times I have to re- adjust the positioning of my nipple in the pump to get the best let down. GL! 
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  • MrsTechieMrsTechie
    Kellymom.com suggests ice and ibuprofen for engorgement. Pumping didn't do a thing for me and heat just makes the swelling worse. The ice and ibuprofen worked wonders for me.
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