I just want to clarify.. I am not a lactation consultant! All of this information is from personal experience. Yes, having an over supply can cause mastitis, however I never got it. I wanted an oversupply so I could pump and store it in my freezer for when I went back to work. If you have an oversupply and are trying to get it back to normal, I would suggest slowly decreasing how often you pump. Don't decrease an extreme amount because that will cause mastitis, but if you gradually decrease it'll tell your body it doesn't need to produce so much milk. 😊
@mssmais53184 жыл бұрын
Hi! You just rub the oil mix on your boobs between pumping? Please clarify and maybe your oil recipe too? Thanks so much!
@nurse7love214 жыл бұрын
Yes having an oversupply can be a blessing especially if you want to donate...but I can relate because I actually slept through the night last night by accident and I had to literally massage my breasts very firmly to release the milk...so painful...never again!
@sonal264 жыл бұрын
How much would you feed your baby in 2 nd month as in 3 oz or 4 oz ?
@veruschkabenade46884 жыл бұрын
Hi Abby, I got advised by midwife to only breastfeed for first 6 weeks. Don't think I got all the milk out as I should have. Baby is now 7 weeks and I am struggling to get 3 Oz out of both breasts. Is it too late. Can it still be increased? Want to really build a supply? Looking forward to your response.
@AbbyLindquist4 жыл бұрын
It definitely can be increased! Just continue to put baby on the breast and you can even pump when baby is done nursing to tell your body it needs to produce more milk! 🙂 Best of luck to you!
@zmerv4 жыл бұрын
I did this with my first and will absolutely not be doing this with my second. I was an overly exhausted new mom trying to do the best for baby. While this information is absolutely accurate (in my opinion) it is not for everyone. Pumping after feeds every two hours and not sleeping almost landed me in a severe depression and over exhaustion. Your baby is only as healthy as the mother you are. Do what’s best for you.
@dizzydays62244 жыл бұрын
I agree with that which is why I got a hands free in bra pump in the end (willow). Thise big pumps just bring me down. I hated it. 🙁
@archauveau4 жыл бұрын
Same experience than you! Still dealing with the frustration but doing better. What you say is just so true!
@monti424 жыл бұрын
Same! My sleep is extremely important to me, without it I will be depressed...I pump 5 times a day, every 3hrs and I’m still able to produce 45-50oz a day of milk...I store 18-24oz of that in my freezer...
@xylear20064 жыл бұрын
You are so right
@cynthiaoduor99964 жыл бұрын
I agree
@make.upexperiments72694 ай бұрын
If you don’t want to watch the whole video, the answer is: pump a lot. That’s it. That’s the useful part of the video.
@AasmaSheikh-ts9dt2 ай бұрын
I had breast milk for about 10 days after delivery one day I did want to breastfeed Because my baby stomach was not full and then I was advised to my friend take mamicon syrup and mamicon capsule for 7-8 days I have started taking milk and the special thing is that it is ayurvedic I ordered it form Flipkart🎉
@farahgabdon1565Ай бұрын
Appreciate this comment so much 😅
@brittneylindquist69322 жыл бұрын
700... holy cow!! *continues video* 1000!?! Dang girl!!! You are truly blessed! And I'm highly impressed.
@sweetladybird254 жыл бұрын
Best video on increasing milk! This video should be the very first one that comes up when searching.
@hannahwolfe34863 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@sailorarwen61012 жыл бұрын
Well put together video. You almost sound like a professional. This is all stuff I’ve tried. I feel like such a failure because I wasn’t as diligent with pumping and nutrition as all the women I see in these “how I built up my supply” videos. My husband works 16hour days 4-5 days in a row, so I have no help, we have 2 dogs, 2 cats and chickens and just a few days after my baby was born I was house sitting for my neighbors for 3 weeks and their home is high maintenance. I also have bad anxiety and even though everyone told me “just let the house go,” I start to freak out and lose control when the house is dirty, and that stress has affected my supply. I’m telling myself I’m coming to terms with not producing enough but even as I write this I’m starting to cry because while my body has always failed me at least I could help other people, which is why I entered healthcare as a profession, but now my body is failing my child and I just want to give up
@waterfall_rb73242 жыл бұрын
You are not alone.
@WildBison74 Жыл бұрын
I’m so sorry you felt this way. I hope you’re better now. I feel the same way, like my body is failing. I have twins that I have exclusively breastfed for 4 months. Now going on 5 months I’m thinking of supplementing. It’s such a hard thought. I just want to be able to produce enough for both babies! Also it stresses me to have a messy house too, so it’s not so easy to just “let it go”. Oh yeah and we just sold our house and moved recently too. So that put a tremendous amount of stress on me. I had to have my home show ready while also trying to nurse two newborn babies around the clock. I would leave the home for showings because of obvious reasons so that was really hard too. Then of course the packing everything up and moving also. I also have two older children that I homeschool. I also got shingles about 4 weeks ago during the move (At 30yrs old!!). I am over that now, thank God. We are living temporarily in a very small space while we build our home (to save money). The list actually goes on but I’ll stop there. Stress is definitely a killer of breastmilk so moms out there, take a deep breath and try to relax. Now let me try and take my own advice and carry on making as much milk as I humanly can.
@pembebulut27814 жыл бұрын
First time pumpers: my nurse recommended to put hot patch on the breast to open the pores & that really helps
@user-wh7ff5rv6h3 жыл бұрын
That’s why I liked to pump after the shower 😉👍
@dharmadharma39603 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree. I've had good luck w heat.
@ranaway48793 жыл бұрын
Question : What kind of oatmeal did you eat ? Instant oatmeal that microwaveable ? 2. How long after feeding the baby you would pump ? Like right away ? 3. How long would you pump for ? I feel like I pumped for too long and there wasn’t any milk for baby for the next feed .
@monti424 жыл бұрын
Also i did this trick in the beginning to help build my freezer stash...I pumped all day making sure to always keep 8-9 ready to grab breast milk bottles in the refrigerator at all times . I have a cutoff time for pumping at 10:30p...if baby gets hungry at night, I will make a formula bottle...then in the morning at 8a for my first pump session I will pump 17oz or more because my breasts are so full from the night before but this takes me 45 minutes to get all the milk out ....this helps me get a jump start on making refrigerator bottles for the day and any extra breast milk will go into my freezer...I did this for 1-2 weeks to help build my supply....keep in mind I’m storing away in my freezer any breast milk that exceeds the amount I keep in my refrigerator (8-9 breast milk bottles are stored in my refrigerator at all times)...so this method has helped me basically get ahead...NOW at night I breastfeed if baby is hungry...no more formula, that was only used for about 1 week, because I’m now able to pump 44-50oz a day and store at least 18-24oz in the freezer a day. My first pump is 45 minutes and then every pump after that is for 30 minutes. I also breastfeed on demand, my baby eats a lot, so sometimes I have to breastfeed in between feedings to help her go down for a nap. Also I’m only pumping 5 times a day, every 3 hours, for 30 minutes (except first pump for 45 minutes)...always pump until breast are empty and for an additional 5 minutes to trick body that baby is starving for more...I hope this isn’t confusing, best of luck 🤞🏾
@smr-gi5hf4 жыл бұрын
Can u guideme pls
@princessdiana62952 жыл бұрын
Awesome!! That's a lot of milk!! Wish I would have done this earlier but now I know.
@rosieorr46782 жыл бұрын
My little boy is due in August and I am planning on EP after the first couple of weeks. I have had so many questions about how to switch from breast feeding to pumping and this video has been so useful to me. I never thought to pump after a feed to help increase supply! 23 weeks tomorrow and just getting so impatient for my little one to be here 🥰🥰
@jbyanx Жыл бұрын
I have a 3 week old am frustrated with the breastfeeding thing and am getting less than I used to get then settled for pumping to get her fed, but I get even less now and have to use formula. I want to breastfeed, but it's not working and very stressful
@AasmaSheikh-ts9dt2 ай бұрын
I had breast milk for about 10 days after delivery one day I did want to breastfeed Because my baby stomach was not full and then I was advised to my friend take mamicon syrup and mamicon capsule for 7-8 days I have started taking milk and the special thing is that it is ayurvedic I ordered it form Flipkart😊
@mode2004 жыл бұрын
Those happened to me in the hospital, so much pain😭😭 the second day and no nurse or doctor said anything but gave me a silicone for my nipples which did not help then they gave me pump so that I can heal 😍thanks for your video, this time around I will watch out and know what to do, 4 months I stopped bc of stress not enough milk.
@defs.not.anca.4 жыл бұрын
I was in the hospital they did the same to me
@zchoicez10 ай бұрын
Same.
@stephaniesmith91ss4 жыл бұрын
I wish this was the info I got whenever my son was born 😪 my supply never goes up
@chanetiaprophet77383 жыл бұрын
I admire your realistic views during your video.
@annaschannel14583 жыл бұрын
I’m 3 months pp. I have tried everything and my supply won’t increase. I don’t think pumping every two hours is for everyone, and maybe our bodies (us who don’t produce enough milk) no matter what we do will not produce more.
@allisonhancockpresley62473 жыл бұрын
That's my situation as well. I pumped ever 2 hours round the clock until 3 months and never had more than 15 oz a day at the end. I cut back to 4 pumps a day and it's still 15 oz.
@marinamusix11903 жыл бұрын
Omg i was hoping that pumping is my answer to get more milk. I barely producing 6 oz a day.
@superwoman58587 ай бұрын
What if I am already 3 weeks postpartum? How to increase supply? I’m currently under supply as I was too tired during the first 2 weeks to pump 3 hourly…
@AasmaSheikh-ts9dt2 ай бұрын
I had breast milk for about 10 days after delivery one day I did want to breastfeed Because my baby stomach was not full and then I was advised to my friend take mamicon syrup and mamicon capsule for 7-8 days I have started taking milk and the special thing is that it is ayurvedic I ordered it form Flipkart❤
@Bigsonicc3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video I’m going to be a first time mom this year and want to make sure I have plenty of milk for my baby. It’s a lot to keep up with but it’s all worth it for the baby and I’m happy to hear all of this info from you 🐝💗
@Gigilynn952 жыл бұрын
Hi Abby! thank you for giving us your tips & tricks to feed our baby. I’m new to this mommy to be. I’m 34weeks pregnant. Breastfeeding has been one of my #1 goals to achieve & with your help hopefully i won’t have any issues 🙏🏼❤️
@AbbyLindquist2 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! 💛
@marisabelperez68714 жыл бұрын
Guys remember that your breast milk changes as your baby grows. Thats the beauty of it. So after 3 months your nutrients have changed, and perhaps stored milk won't satisfy certain nutrients for baby after 3 months from day pumped.
@lexiloohu4 жыл бұрын
That’s a myth
@sanaasyed464 жыл бұрын
It isnt a myth, it is true, milk collection centres collect milk age wise bcz the composition changes.
@Talk2thahand243 жыл бұрын
Interestering....thanks for mentioning
@goldrays48623 жыл бұрын
Absolutely true. Also the nipple can detect from your baby's saliva what nutrients your baby is deficient in or needs and your breastmilk adjusts to meet your growing babies needs.
@Pixxelina3 жыл бұрын
I had stored a bag of fresh pumped milk when my baby was 1 month old. I took it out 5 months later and that thing tasted disgusting. My fresh milk always tasted sweet but keeping it too long in the freezer changes its composition for sure. At least in my experience.
@UPCLOSENMAKEUP2 жыл бұрын
Wow, I love the way you explained the latching method.
@AbbyLindquist2 жыл бұрын
Aw good! Im glad 💛
@rachelkneeland71363 жыл бұрын
I just found out that I am pregnant, so I am taking all the tips I can get to be well educated when the baby comes. This was a great video! I tried to breast feed with my first child 11 years ago and gave up because I had no information on any of this. You answered a lot of my questions in this video, thank you. My question is, do you recommend an electric pump or a manual pump? I was looking into a manual pump but wasn’t sure which was better.
@AbbyLindquist3 жыл бұрын
I definitely recommend the electric pump! I loved the Spectra s2 and will be getting it again to use after my current pregnancy! Also, congratulations on your pregnancy! Such a wonderful time and I hope everything goes smooth for you! 💛
@rachelkneeland71363 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I will definitely look into the spectra s2. I also will be watching your videos throughout the pregnancy 😊 it’s so helpful that you post this information for moms 👍🏻
@everydaylife94514 жыл бұрын
Some people are just blessed with Brest milk I guess 🙏🙏🙏. I feel like no matter what I try my milk silly will not increase 😭😭😭😭🙏🙏
@wahpawthunder31093 жыл бұрын
Same here. Mine is very low
@AasmaSheikh-ts9dt2 ай бұрын
I had breast milk for about 10 days after delivery one day I did want to breastfeed Because my baby stomach was not full and then I was advised to my friend take mamicon syrup and mamicon capsule for 7-8 days I have started taking milk and the special thing is that it is ayurvedic I ordered it form Flipkart❤🎉😊
@shannasonabudget4 жыл бұрын
Loved that you donated your left over❤️
@valeriediaz824 жыл бұрын
I just had my first baby on September 27th. Been having a hard time breastfeeding, I had to start using a nipple shield and she won’t take the nipple now.
@ovoxoxokayla53164 жыл бұрын
Can you make a video for pumping and going back to work😭 I got a stay at home job but after baby is here I wanna know how to juggle pumping and working 😭
@lwinston59503 жыл бұрын
I wfh too . Get an elvie pump and a nanny
@zarafajardo94904 жыл бұрын
I had a question. Are you offering both breast to baby when feeding? If the baby only feeds from one side, do you pump both breast or just the breast that the baby didn’t feed from?
@mashwuhoo2 жыл бұрын
Hi. Thanks for this video! Can you please tell me how many ounces/ml you pumped initially when you began and how long did it take to increase and by how much did it increase? I’m 6 weeks post partum and trying to figure out how much I should produce.
@wordsretainpower6250 Жыл бұрын
I'm 6 weeks post Partum... supply dropped a couple weeks ago when my period returned... I'm devastated. I was building a freezer supply and now I'm not even making enough to cover his daily needs. I'm having to break into my freezer stash every day...
@selenabertadillo20163 жыл бұрын
I feel my let down randomly not necessarily when my baby is nursing
@tmyers2k44 жыл бұрын
I’m just curious how much you were able to pump out after feeding baby? My supply is not great for my 7 week old. When I pump I get 1-2oz from left and 2-3oz from right during a pump for a miss feed after I’ve been out Andy husband is home and feeding the baby. If I pump after a feed, I’m lucky to get an ounce from each side. Are you able to satisfy your little one and still have enough to pump an additional 4+oz? I’m also finding when I feed my LO that it only holds her some days for an 1hr to 1.5hrs. If I’m lucky, 2hrs. Unless she is really sleepy and the nap causes her to go a little longer. Just trying to figure how to manage the feeding and pumping and making sure to have enough milk to do both. I feel the more I nurse and pump throughout the day the less milk I have despite drinking a good amount of water. I’m going to increase my water amount and try a few other suggestions.
@allynichols15652 жыл бұрын
I’m 3 Months pp (Exclusively Pumping, My Son Refuses To Latch) And My Supply Has Drastically Dropped, It’s Like I Completely Dried Out. I Eat Oatmeal Everyday, Drink Water, Body Armor, Lactation Cookies, And Tea. I Never Stopped Pumping Every 2 Hours, And I Power Pump. Now Since It’s Dropped I Can’t Keep Up With My Babies Appetite Anymore. I’m Quickly Running Through My Frozen Supply And I’m Running Out☹️. What Am I Doing Wrong?
@dianaespino51774 жыл бұрын
Hello , I’m trying so hard to keep my baby breastfeeding. I was breastfeeding him but when he was one week old I had to be hospitalized due to a kidney infection. And worse part is we just started quarantine so i couldn’t bf him and no one could pick up my breast milk . I went home after 8 days :( and have been trying my very hardest to bf him . He always looks away and fights me . He would eventually latch on but then give up within 5 minutes and fight me again but now he doesn’t want to latch on no more 😢I have tried to pump and just give him that but I don’t have much supply. I barley get an oz now . What’s your advice or thoughts on increasing my milk supply? Thank you ❤️
@adaediae6414 жыл бұрын
Hi I am a new mom and my baby was introduced too quickly with formula. I am trying to pump my milk but I can't get more than 10mls per pump any advise on what to do?
@aishajan37634 жыл бұрын
Pump every 3hours ..increase fluids. Relax
@ahirasanchez59414 жыл бұрын
Please go see a international board certified lactation consultant ASAP if you haven't already.
@Emjay22264 жыл бұрын
Well I've just added a 2L water 💧 bottle to encourage to drink more x
@pixiecora22122 жыл бұрын
What kind of bottles do you use? I am worked about nipple confusion.
@MizriaHex2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate you sharing your experience and helping moms! However it is a misconception that nursing/pumping won't hurt. I have had sensitive nipples all my life, even pre pregnancy to where it would hurt my nipples even just from wearing a loose shirt with no bra and having my nipples rub against my shirt for 10 minutes... so obviously sucking/tugging/stimulating my nipples will hurt no matter how good the latch is! I just wanted to say this just in case some moms are struggling thinking they have a bad latch, they may just have sensitive nipples.
@spookylover24294 жыл бұрын
I used to do this and I made 60-80oz a day I’m pregnant again and plan on doing this again
@ashuayesha85023 жыл бұрын
Hello dear! Cab you please tell me one thing that baby sometimes don't drink milk after 2 hours.... What should we do? Pump? And if you are pumping and she wakes up than what to do? And if you just finished pumping and baby wakes up than you have to bring her skin to skin than what to do?? Suggest plz.
@kristenstacy39482 жыл бұрын
My baby is 3 weeks old today she is my first & im lucky if I can pump 8 ounces in a full day. I’m having to supplement with formula & it’s absolutely killing me!! 😭🥺 I feel like I’m failing my precious baby girl 🥺 my baby was also in NICU for the first 2 weeks so I was not able to breastfeed her & would pump but still wasn’t able to get alot out. Today makes a week she’s been home & shes 3 weeks old today. I’ve been trying to breastfeed the past couple days but sometimes she has a hard time staying latched and gets mad. I just really want to be able to produce enough to give her just my milk.
@evaeva96503 жыл бұрын
Hi Abby, Thanks for the helpful content. I have a question, what is your pumping equipment (Spectra bottles, flanges, and all other parts) cleaning routine? It gets exhausting to pump every 2-3 hours, do you clean with soap and warm water every time? Please do share any tips and your usual pumping parts cleaning routine. Thanks again!
@Alka_Gautam4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the useful information. I didn't get the letdown thing. I mean I didn't understand it. When my 9 weeks old latch for more than 20 min, my nipple starts hurting but if I let it happen then i don't feel that pain.is that letdown?
@patriciastarnes62194 жыл бұрын
My son cluster feeds so I can’t always pump . Any tips ?
@angelasgreenarts91243 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the essential oils recipe. Im 100% believer in essential oils as medicine. Because you shared with me, here is a recioe for pain relief that works amazingly. 12 wintergreen 10 marjoram 8 basil 8 lavendar 5 cypress 5 peppermint Mix with carrier oil of your choice. I use avacado oil.
@AbbyLindquist3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!!
@Itscozyamelia4 жыл бұрын
My baby is a Nicu baby. Do you have suggestions or recommendations for milk production?
@kendallcarrico24524 жыл бұрын
My baby is too. We have been home for 5 weeks, and I'm struggling. He is getting over half intake of formula. It's so frustrating. I hope things go well for you, and am sending love to your baby.
@JUSTINE2CUTE4AMERICA4 жыл бұрын
Speak to a lactation consultant that works at the hospital she will give you great tips in person
@carmenruiz77004 жыл бұрын
I hope all went well and you were able to nurse. I was told to pump every three hours after my daughter was in the NICU. She was there for about a week. About the 2nd or 3rd day my colostrum came in and then my milk shortly after. I set my timer for every 3 hours and never stopped once. I was able to save a nice supply as well and finally stopped pumping after about a year. I also nursed on demand. I continued to nurse until she weaned off which was almost 3 years old. Yes super tough, but don’t give up. I was grateful for La leche league as well. And this is an awesome video as well. I have another little one on the way, 7 years later and need to refresh my memory.
@maisyperez96024 жыл бұрын
How did you pump that much colostrum? I tried pumping my colostrum the first few days I bad it and I wasn't able to I wish i had a large stash of colostrum. And milk lol
@car72144 жыл бұрын
me too i produce nothing too
@julienb73304 жыл бұрын
It’s nothing she did right or you guys did wrong, everyone’s milk ducts are just different!
@timf13473 жыл бұрын
How I can use the storage bag for the milk And also how much should I fill the bag ? Also if in one time I didn't make enough milk to storage xan I just in the same day put all together every tile i pump in the same bag until it's full ?
@allie33963 жыл бұрын
Great video and I appreciate all your tips! I do have one comment to make. When you said "it shouldn't hurt, baby isn't latching correct if it hurts or your nipples are cracked and bleeding." That is very very false. While it is a possibility, most first time mom's experience pain or cracked and bleeding nipples. I talked to my lactation nurse after my first child and told her I'm bleeding and it's painful as heck and it's very normal. In fact every mother who ive become friends with and talked to described the same issue with their first baby. It is painful for the first two weeks I would say. I bled plenty. But my baby boy latched perfectly. It was the skin on my nipples adjusting to breastfeeding.
@Cat-rw4tx3 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know on producing more while your baby is in the hospital. I’m only able to pump for now since my baby is being fed though a feeding tube.
@bernadettecruz77213 жыл бұрын
You suggested pumping day 3. What happens the first 3 days? Is baby just nursing from breast? are you supplementing with formula?
@samanthaorten70414 жыл бұрын
Will these tips work as effectively if we’re already almost three months in because I’ve started back at work and I’m barely getting 12oz while I’m pumping at work and it’s just enough for the next day. I really want an over supply for my baby and to possibly donate.
@peeenalope14 жыл бұрын
Same here
@ashleyhadley81063 жыл бұрын
I'm so excited I'll be getting the Spectra S2 pump! Thank you for this video it's so helpful!
@AbbyLindquist3 жыл бұрын
I’m glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching 💛
@chemeimay3 жыл бұрын
Does chia seeds help in making more milk?
@cupcakemaster5124 жыл бұрын
My jaw dropped when I saw how much colostrum you produced! I only produced a couple syringes before my milk came in.
@tinarowe83884 жыл бұрын
You and I both! 😭
@dixiegrauman24124 жыл бұрын
I know right. I'm so jealous of all that goodness
@KG-kk3ef4 жыл бұрын
Yeah same! Wtf
@jaquelineortega17984 жыл бұрын
I never even got a teaspoon lol
@rob1989914 жыл бұрын
Im so jealous 😂
@suni51634 жыл бұрын
My baby is 5 months and is refusing to be breastfed now since three weeks . I can’t pump as I’m hardly getting any milk now , what shall I do . All I could get from the pump is just a little
@rarasithole184 жыл бұрын
My baby is 3 weeks I was about to give up completely on breastfeeding. I will try pumping often. Coz at the moment I can only pump 10ml per breast 😭😭
@annie5854 жыл бұрын
Same
@racheldiede41604 жыл бұрын
Me too....
@defs.not.anca.4 жыл бұрын
I pumped so manny milk
@JessFitt4 жыл бұрын
Same here
@renaskatharoudi4 жыл бұрын
Same here 5 ml per 20 minute pumping, but two days ago I started pumping every 2 - 3 hours and today I pumped 40ml per pumping. I m so excited 😀 I will try more and hopefully I will reach my babys needs
@shainalowe59064 жыл бұрын
Can you tell us the ingredients and measurements of the essential oils you use please? Thank you! 🙏🏼
@AbbyLindquist4 жыл бұрын
Yes of course! I used 8 drops of each: fennel, basil & clary sage topped off with fractionated coconut oil! 😊
@rachelleng81274 жыл бұрын
Abby Lindquist Hi,is the clary sage can use for nursing mom? I search it online but some of them are not recommended to use because will decrease milk supply, I’m wonder should i use clary sage now😭
@MariaRodriguez-gk9no3 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for this video! btw, i love the purple lipstick on you!!
@AbbyLindquist3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! 😊
@LaMorre062 жыл бұрын
I pump and my baby is 1 month old and wants to feed every hour. I don’t produce every hour. It hurts to breastfeed 🤱. He bites.
@erikadoolittle11422 жыл бұрын
I have one breast that always feel like there’s lumps. As a single mom I’ve tried the hot compresses, massage, shaking of the boobs, hand expressing, and pumping…. What else can I do to get this breast fully empty. I usually only get 1 let down with it during a 20 minute pump session
@chelseamigliore93944 жыл бұрын
I’m struggling so hard! First time mom and I had a really crappy evenflo single pump that really discouraged me from pumping and I recently just got a medela pump and my baby is 2 months old and I only pump 1-2 ounces every 3-4 hours 😫 I have to supplement with every feeding
@brinasuligoj1194 жыл бұрын
I had the same problem. :( nobody could help me.
@Rainbowssugar2 жыл бұрын
Okay I was in this boat exactly I started out with an Evenflo pump, switched to renting the Medela Symphony and then watched my supply fall off as soon as I went back to work at 3 months. I learned that neither of these pumps were completely emptying me, so I taught myself hand expressing. I also started drinking more water, eating oatmeal for breakfast and did power pumping sessions. This morning my first pump produced 6oz!
@Cyisundead4 жыл бұрын
Any tips on how I can make extra right now I only make enough for her to drink from my breast not extra to pump because I just never pumped much bc I stayed at home with her
@denaewagner79484 жыл бұрын
Did you figure anything out? I am the same way right now. I have no extra milk, idk what to do..
@MrsLauRN4 жыл бұрын
Attach a silicone breast pump (Haaka or similar) to the side baby isn't feeding on. It will collect milk from your let downs.
@anamirelle5364 жыл бұрын
Hi so if you pump every time after breastfeeding you also sterilize and dry the pump accessories ?
@AbbyLindquist4 жыл бұрын
I always did!
@Sunshine-gb5ux3 жыл бұрын
I have a 42 days old baby. But i'm facing trouble with milk supply. So, i feed her with formula milk two times a day. Which hurts me and makes me feel guilty. Will i be able to do as u said,now!. Will it be helpful to increase my milk at this point? Is it too late? 😞
@emperiss20123 жыл бұрын
Keep pumping and trying to get your baby to latch! It's not too late
@reemsaleh53564 жыл бұрын
Hey Abby! Thank you for this amazing video! Very helpful and I can’t wait to breastfeed my second baby exclusively because I failed with my first! It would be great if you made a video explaining how much do you feed your baby from each side and how do you know that you need to switch to the other side? Do you even need to switch? I really hope you see my comment!
@arielmarie92913 жыл бұрын
This sounds very time consuming! How did you have time to shower, eat, etc? Because whenever I have dad give baby a bottle I’m usually showering, eating or cleaning and have no time to pump
@AbbyLindquist3 жыл бұрын
My husband was very helpful and my baby was very calm and slept a lot!
@cookieslee72544 жыл бұрын
I have a three week old that was delivered three weeks early via c section and just now getting in milk. I try my best to pump every two hours when he feeds but at night its the hardest. He is current bottle feed formula as my milk just came in at what point should I start giving him my milk as of right now I only produce 2oz a day from both breast, how do I build my stash so all he eats is breast milk?
@tanayadesdunes98803 жыл бұрын
I have a 3 month old and I’m breastfeeding exclusively. I typical pump about 5oz total a pump. I am trying to increase my milk supply to get more. Being I didn’t do what you did in month 1 what else do you suggest to help my milk supply since now my baby is 3 months now. I just went back to work so what can I do to not have my supply decrease.
@farzanaali80363 жыл бұрын
My baby is 3 months and my milk supply is very very low 😔almost nothing any advice plz lmk. I have been pumping but nothing much.
@AbbyLindquist3 жыл бұрын
Continue pumping even if not much comes out! It's still stimulating your breast and telling your body to produce more milk! Steel cut oats are great to eat for breakfast when trying to build supply! 😊 Best of luck!
@farzanaali80363 жыл бұрын
@@AbbyLindquist thank you
@Vampiree94 жыл бұрын
My son is 7 weeks old now , and I’m struggling to get my supply back up . The week of Halloween I was so busy with gathering my lil fams costumes and preparing for my hubby’s bday that I didn’t have time to breast feed or pump ! So it ruined my supply 😔😔 . But I’m trying to get back up . I have a question do you stop engorging ? Or should I still be engorging when getting my supply back up?
@eagleeye5633 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the information, its refreshing my memory of nursing my first baby girl! Baby girl #2 due in September and I can wait - yet, trying to "suck" up as much knowledge as I can lol. 33 weeks and I'm ready to learn everything again 😁
@AbbyLindquist3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations! 💛
@sonal264 жыл бұрын
How much would you feed your baby in 2 nd month ? As in 3 oz or 4 oz ?
@biancamiguel29604 жыл бұрын
So why should we do this and what do u save it for bc I want to get a better understanding so is it when ur baby is 1 year old u can give them that
@ajikbell88514 жыл бұрын
Furry friends family when you need to be away from baby, like you need rest, or sleep, or when you are sick, or need to go for errands, you can use the milk for your baby. Your husband can do it, or your babysitter or your family. So you can have your me-time.
@AbbyLindquist4 жыл бұрын
I pumped this much for when I went back to work. 😊
@summrjoy4 жыл бұрын
I had very small boobies before I had my son. He is a very big baby and wants to eat all the time. I was worried cus my boobs didn’t really grow with pregnancy and I was diagnosed with insufficient glandular tissue. My mom had 7 babies and formula fed all of us so I was determined to breastfeed. I let my baby eat as often as he pleased and my boobs finally grew to accommodate the amount of milk he needed each day! It’s been 7 months since he was born and I now can also pump 5oz per day- not much but it adds up!. Breastfeeding is all about supply and demand. The only supplement I take is mother’s milk tea. Don’t give up! If it’s what you truly want for you and your baby, you will find a way to make it work.
@romiwheaton63553 жыл бұрын
I just had my first 6 weeks ago!! She wasn’t able to latch on properly and lost weight so we had to stay in the hospital an extra day, thankfully the nurse brought me a manual pump because I did have a great amount of breast milk and my baby also didn’t take to formula 😩 so I have been pumping and bottle feeding her, I do believe the bottles and pacifiers helped her latch because I have been able to breastfeed her great now, it did take a bit of time and she did bite a bit but over time she learned to suck, I’m not sure if it helped her I’m just saying it might be worth a try! If you are struggling! Pumping every feed so she had some for the next was exhausting and I was thankful when she finally latched properly!
@mtovar054 жыл бұрын
I’m 4 months too late :( my supply was good, I only work 2-3 days a week. My supply would only last those 2 or 3 days. But recently, I’m starting to notice my baby gets frustrated while feeding, and I’m only pumping about an ounce every 2 hours. Idk why my milk dropped all of a sudden but I wished I watched this when my baby was a newborn :c if anyone has tips on making more milk please let me know :-) I don’t want to switch to formula yet, not for a long time.
@melissaguillen60314 жыл бұрын
Maybe contact a lactation consultant, if baby is frustrated feeding there’s a reason behind it. I know my daughter gets frustrated because she has a tongue tie but contact a consultant and see how they can help you and your baby and I agree with everything she says in the video! Make sure you’re eating carbs and fats, stay hydrated with water, coconut water, Gatorade, and body Armour which helped me produce even more and then at the whole wheatery if there’s one by you there’s a supplement that helped my friend produce a lot lore milk as well. It’s called lactation blend by vitanica
@mainee054 жыл бұрын
My baby likes to cuddle after breastfeeding and if we don’t he gets super fussy and wants to immediately be on my breast again. How can I pump after feedings when he’s like this
@kendallcarrico24524 жыл бұрын
My baby has been like this too, probably because I rarely put him down because of reflux. But I've just figured out, I can pump one side at a time while I hold him. Its easiest if I use my "pumping bra" ( a regular bra I cut small holes for the flanges to fit through) it's a little tricky sometimes to get it set up while holding him, but we always manage to eventually, or I just get him to sleep, then hold the flange on one side with my hand. Sometimes he wakes up and I have to stop then start again after I calm him down again, but it has been working for me. :)
@Angelgirl903 жыл бұрын
Please help! I got my first baby week ago, I really love to breastfeefing him, but I NOTICE I dont have enought.. NURSE told me that I shouldnt pump, but should I pump it any way? Would it make progress?
@leila63912 жыл бұрын
I’m 27 weeks pregnant This may sound stupid but it’s my first child and I was just worried because I didn’t see any milk being made or leakage I know some women have that or most women do is it normal that I am not seeing anything yet
@KA-no2rs3 жыл бұрын
How in the world were you able to put on makeup? I am interested in how that looks. If I have to go somewhere, I feed baby, put him down for his nap. Then I do my makeup, them he gets up, feed him, and we're ready to go! Is that how it is for other new moms? My little bud is 11 weeks old.
@wpriya34423 жыл бұрын
Hey Abby, I'm on 3 months postpartum and my milk has reduced from 12oz combined both breast to 4oz combined. I had mastitis to my both breasts and I got chills and fever so I took antibiotics advised by doctor. Since then my milk supply decreased a lot. Now I'm on 3 months postpartum and I want to make more milk. Is it possible to make more milk like earlier i did? Is yes then how? Can you plz also suggest some vegetarian foods which helps in making milk.
@AbbyLindquist3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Nurse when baby is hungry, and pump when baby is done! Maybe an extra 10 minutes per side? This will tell your body it needs to make more milk. Steel cut oats are one of my biggest recommendations along with tons and tons of water. I haven’t tried these, but I know the body armor drinks have helped many of people increase their supplies. Best of luck 💛
@wpriya34423 жыл бұрын
@@AbbyLindquist thank you, will try these.
@MulataLinda82 жыл бұрын
@@wpriya3442 How did it go? Did your supply increase when you pumped after feedings?
@unad64264 жыл бұрын
I have 10.month old and only now wants the bottle. My milk supply I noticed decreased when she started solids at 5 months. I eat heathy food, drink lots of water and take fanugreek capsules. I started substituting with formula at bedtime because at that time she needs 150-200ml and I can only produce 60-90ml at the time. Stress is a mayor part in milk producing, at this time unfortunately my mind is stressed with what is happening in the world and in our city. I am afraid my milk supply will dry soon. I am sad because with my son who is now almost 7 and I breastfed him until he was almost 2 years old.
@daphneycoriolan11694 жыл бұрын
D A awwww 😭
@car72144 жыл бұрын
something that has helped me thru this Corona sH*t is 2 scoops of organic protein powder, banana, chocolate syrup, 1 teaspoon of flaxseed ground organic, 1 teaspoon brewers yeast, 1/2 cup steel oats, coconut milk, reg. milk, ice, 1 tablespoon of peanut butter organic, and 1 tablespoon of almonds. hope this helps and its tasty.
@chiderablessing70013 жыл бұрын
Pls i really need ur help ooooooo my baby is 2 weeks old now and can not suck direct from my breast😭😭😭😭😭😭 unless I pump it out, pls help a sister 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@kikichen80643 жыл бұрын
Is it too late to start pumping on week 4.5 now? My lactation consultant kept telling me wait till week 6 but I feel like my body just made enough supply for my baby. There is no much extra left.
@AbbyLindquist3 жыл бұрын
It’s not too late! I’d recommend feeding baby, and pumping for 10 minutes after even if nothing comes out! 😊 That’ll help boost your supply if you’re looking to pump extra!
@megancohen89184 жыл бұрын
I had to triple feed like this because my baby was jaundice. It was so exhausting that I went to exclusive pumping to give myself a break. Then we transitioned back to nursing. Now we do a little of both. I have a stash of like 400 oz, but I would NOT suggest triple feeding for a long term at all. It was dangerously exhausting, This is a short term routine.
@MsTiffaniiLove4 жыл бұрын
Can you get back to breastfeeding after 2 weeks of stopping. My milk supply was very low 1 oz. I kinda gave up, I still see some milk I really want to get back at breastfeeding my baby won’t latch anymore she did the first week she was born. After that I pump but I don’t get enough😭
@marisabelperez68714 жыл бұрын
I think you can
@matat55493 жыл бұрын
Thanks for being so open and honest. This video helped me a lot!
@AbbyLindquist3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! 😊
@mirnaboctor3884 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video but i have a question please.. my baby doesn't wanna brest feed at all so i pump my milk and then give it to her . Now all of a sudden my milk supply decreased to more than 50% is ther any hope it can increase again if I do what i have to do or that's it their is no more hope for that ? She is 1 month old . Thank you
@sarahabdullah27124 жыл бұрын
I’m having the same problem:( was hoping for some answers as well
@fannyramirez93804 жыл бұрын
Yes you can! It happened to me! And now it’s back up, baby is 6 weeks. What I did was: taking moringa supplements and fennel and fenugreek in capsules, tons of water or any liquids. Oatmeal, mothers milk tea, etc, and started pumping every 3 hrs (nights included) no matter is I had milk of not. It also REALLY helps feeling relaxed and thinking of the love you have for your baby. I did it for a couple of weeks and now I can relax more but still take some supplements and try to pump no more than 4-5 hrs windows
@tiffinyday39674 жыл бұрын
What is your recipe for your essential oil roller like how much of each oil are you putting in the roller? I want to make my own!
@AbbyLindquist4 жыл бұрын
I used 8 drops of each: fennel, basil, and clary sage topped off with fractionated coconut oil. 😊
@russell73843 жыл бұрын
I had a hard time breastfeeding for the first 2 weeks and saw a lactation consultant and didnt start pumping until week 3 and one side is producing more milk and about a third size bigger than the other. Do you have any suggestions on what i can do to get the other side to produce more? My chiropractor suggested useing lotion and massage it before feeding or pumping but i only just started that so theres no progress yet
@MichelleOrtiz34172 жыл бұрын
Power pumping :)
@Neena-db6oi3 жыл бұрын
How often do you clean or sterilise the breast pump with that schedule?
@candacesimmons63574 жыл бұрын
Great video! Can you provide the measurements for the essential oils in the roller bottle?
@Gicela073 жыл бұрын
I wish I would have seen this before I have birth
@chole50314 жыл бұрын
Wow I really wish I could respond that much I’m only getting 3 ounces per pumping every three hours it’s crazy I’ve been doing lactation medicine I’ve been doing the vitamins everything I could possibly do any tips
@ajikbell88514 жыл бұрын
Chole try power pumping. You can google it or just youtube how to power pump
@sandrarodriguez61294 жыл бұрын
Apart from power pump also do hand expressing after pumping
@tazb11104 жыл бұрын
This is me too, max 3 ounces every 3 hrs
@swathimani21414 жыл бұрын
Same here. Couldn't able to produce more than 3ounce in 3hours.
@sgeorge41043 жыл бұрын
Quick question 1.How you clean the breast pump parts after each pumping? 2.which bottle you use for to feed baby? Plz reply
@PhantomHuntress3 жыл бұрын
You don’t have to wash after every pump. Just refrigerate and then sterilize on the 24 hour mark
@EngailiaRants3 жыл бұрын
My baby is in the NICU and its so hard keeping up the every 2-3 hour pumping schedule but I'm doing it. My milk supply is so low and I'm at 3 weeks after birth and only getting about 7mls per pump sometimes more if its a good pump session.... My LC told me that this will probably all I'm ever gonna get and its defeating, now I'm feeling like they are stressing me to choose formula feeding exclusively. I'm hoping to boost my milk supply even though its been 3 weeks. Anyone have success boosting supply well after birth? I just feel like I've been told so many times that its too late and this is it.
@kahriwilson49454 жыл бұрын
We’re you using a haakaa at all? Or do you just wait an pump
@tundedeak10494 жыл бұрын
Hi Can you tell me what is the recipe amount of oil you put in the bottle and in how much coconut oil?
@AbbyLindquist4 жыл бұрын
I did 8 drops of each: fennel, basil, and clary sage topped off with coconut oil. 😊
@ammaraazmat332 жыл бұрын
Hi, I am struggling with milk supply my baby is nearly 10 weeks old. Can I still able produce enough milk? Thanks
@AbbyLindquist2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@ammaraazmat332 жыл бұрын
@@AbbyLindquist how should I increase my supply? Please suggest thanks alot
@ladybughall404 жыл бұрын
Ik I may sound dumb but I really need to know so if I pumping and I only get a Oz of milk do you think I should just store that milk or should I sit it in the fridge and once I’m ready to pump again continue to use the oz of milk