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Working outside the home, exclusively pumping, or wanting to pump occasionally? Questions about storage containers or dealing with lipase related storage issues? You will find support here!
I have recently learned that I have high levels of lipase in my BM, and as a result, my BM tastes soapy and metallicy within one day of storage. My...
This video from the Stanford School of Medicine shows how to maximize the amount you pump by using breast massage and hand expression. It's...
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How long can you keep milk frozen? I have a rotating system and use the oldest first, but wondered if three or four months is OK? Thanks
Hi, My son is 12 weeks old. I am back at work and pumping every 3 hours. I get only 1 ounce per session when I pump. I have been facing low milk...
I have returned to work and I pump 3 times a day about every 3 hours but when I pump I only get about 2 oz per brest is there anything I can do to...
I finally bought a electric breast pump so I can leave baby boy home with dad once a week for some me time. My baby is now 6 weeks old, bf has been...
After many bumps in the road, I am doing my best to stay committed to breastfeeding. My son is now 5 weeks old and thriving, but when our...
Many of you suggested pumping one breast while bf on the other during the first morning session. Sorry if silly question, but HOW???? one hand...
I'm in Florida, and as you may know, we've had a rough few years with all the hurricanes. We're expected to have another harsh season, which means...
DD is just about 7 months old and has become incredibly distracted while at the breast. She has always taken an hour to eat but since the new...
i posted a long time ago about moisture in the ubes, and after I pump I have been letting it run for about 10 minutes to dry out (every time I pump,...
Is it normal to feel extremely nauseous when pumping? For the past two weeks, every time my milk lets down when pumping, I feel like I am going to...
Hello ladies, I was hoping you could share your experiences dealing with customer service from Medela. My pump (Pump in Style Advanced) is 4...
When I had my first son in '03 I found a "pumping recipe" on this site that was extremely helpful when I went back to work and had to store my milk. ...
Hi there, I am expecting my second child in late July. I BF'd my three year old daughter for over two years and used a Medela Pump in Style for...
Hi, everyone I am a 2nd time mom but this is the first time I have breastfeed. I am so happy with my choice to breastfeed. Even though I have a...
I'm going to a conference next weekend and will need to pump (taking DD is not an option). I usually need to pump for about 30 minutes each session...
How long is EBM good for when treating thrush? DD and I are both taking Diflucan right now. Is it ok to give her a bottle of milk a couple days...
I posted a while back about the medication I'm on for a blood clot. I'll be on it for about 3 months (depending on how I react to treatment, so far...
Here are my questions, Please Help. 1. Can I buy my own glass or plastic milk storage containers or is it better to use the ones specially made...
Hi! Does anyone know how long milk is good in the refrigerator after it was frozen. Like if it was frozen for a few days, and I thaw it out in the...
I am planning to start pumping so I can actually separate from my baby for a little while if I need to. any suggestions on where to begin. I really...
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