BF/Pumping?

ems0523

How often do you pump? and when?  I don't know if I should pump after a feeding or only when /i become engorged... Help, I'm new to BF!!

Kated1023

I strictly pump.  I'm returning to work a week from today (6 weeks PP-which is going to be so hard).  I pump every 2-3 hours for 10-15 minutes.  At night, I will go 4-6 hours.  I have a freezer stash started (I'd say about 1 week of feedings) and 4-5 bottles in the fridge ready to go for feedings.  If you feel like you need to produce more, then I would pump more in between feedings, especially if your returning to work.  You can also nurse in the mornings and evenings and I heard that increases your supply.