Hi all. I am a FTM still getting used to everything. My little one decided to make her arrival early and was born on March 28. I look forward to getting to know everyone.
She's currently almost 2 weeks old. We are EBF but I want to start pumping and create a freezer store, but I am uncertain where to start. She starting to become more alert after feedings, which is fun, except when mom wants to go back to sleep! It has been a fun adventure that I know will continue to be one, certainly!
Re: April Mom became March Mom
Everyone is pretty helpful and cool so I am sure you will get help with any questions and concerns you have since there is a wide range of ages and experience on here
Welcome!
I'd get a hands free pumping bra, and pump after 1 or 2 feedings a day for about 15 minutes. When you pump, remember that the highest setting isn't necessarily the best one- find one that is comfortable for you. I like the lansinoh storage bags... and I just use a box in our deep freezer to store. Keep in mind that in a refridgerator/freezer, milk is good for 3 months, but in a deep freeze it's good for up to a year.
Hi and welcome!
My pumping advice is to do it after feedings if you are still breastfeeding from the boob. I've had times when I've pumped and right after Isaac got hungry. So I felt bad for pumping but I was so engorged that I had to do something and LO was sound asleep! Then your LO gets full and by the time she will be hungry again you'll have enough milk again. GL!