Ep 4: Liquid Gold: Essential Breast Pumping Techniques for Mums

Leah Moore, a mother of two and a physio with an interest in lactation, joins us to discuss the best practices for pumping breast milk, including when, where, and how to pump effectively. In our conversation, we explore the ins and outs of pumping breast milk. Specifically:

• When and how to start pumping after childbirth, including the importance of colostrum in the first few days.
• Various scenarios where pumping is beneficial, such as medical needs, nipple pain, and returning to work.
• Effective methods and timing for pumping, including increasing supply, managing overactive letdown, and replacing feeds.
• Best practices for storing and reheating breast milk, including collection methods, storage duration, and reheating techniques.
• Different types of pumps and their suitability, including electric, manual, battery-operated, and Haka pumps.
• Addressing concerns about nipple confusion with bottle feeding, including alternative feeding methods and paced feeding.
• How pumping affects milk supply and strategies to maintain it, including supply equals demand and night feeds.

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