how/when to pump to start a freezer stash?

Nurse Lisa · July 2011

so im currently just pumping once a day in the morning just after first feeding to have the occasional bottle of bm on hand if need be. i get 2-3oz during that pump. i want to start a freezer stash, but i dont know how?? when do i pump to do this? i already feel like after i pump in the morning my breasts have less milk for dd at her next feeding....is this possible or is it all in my head????

tokenhoser · July 2011

The easiest thing is to just pump during a morning nap, 30-60 minutes after the last feed.

Boobs never run dry - don't worry about that. If you pumped and then put the baby to the boob, the baby could get another let down.

hst · July 2011

Yes during the morning nap, and or anytime your boobs are feeling really full.

crysmike · July 2011

It sounds like you're doing what you need to! I wouldn't pump more than once a day (for an extra session), or you can end up with an over supply. Your body will adjust and gradually produce more.

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