Back at work

Re: Back at work

• FrickandFrack member

  February 2013

  It is extremely hard at first but yes, it gets better. I find if I drink a ton of water and stick to a pumping schedule, my supply stays up.

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• QuintonsMummah member

  February 2013

  Tons of water and bring a photo of LO with you when you pump at work. I know some ladies have said this worked for them  Hope it gets easier for you soon!

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• kross605 member

  February 2013

  It will get easier--give it a month maybe.

  Even though this is my second baby, and second time going back to work after maternity leave, I still had numerous breakdowns the first couple weeks and needed DH to mop me up off the floor and remind me that we did all this before and it gets better. It helps that I love our daycare provider so I know LO is getting great attention and as much love as a non-family member can give her!

  For breastfeeding Id suggest getting as much sleep as you can (yes, sleep affects milk production), increase water intake and add oatmeal to your daily diet. Most importantly, DONT STRESS (its bad for milk supply!). If you are short a few ounces, formula is a fine supplement and you have not failed. 

  One more idea--I can sometimes capture two letdowns if i adjust my pump back to the faster suction speed after the initial letdown seems to be slowing up (kwim)? 

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