How to Pump Breastmilk | 6 ESSENTIAL STEPS to SUCCESS

Let's talk about the basic concepts of pumping breast milk correctly. This will give you a starting place for learning more about pumping! I can't include everything you need to know in a 16-minute KZbin video, but if you want a step-by-step guide to making pumping work fast and efficiently, join us inside our pumping coaching program for working moms! We'd love to talk more with you.
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0:00 How to pump breastmilk correctly
1:25 Creating a pumping schedule
2:55 Flange sizing
5:14 Mastering your milk letdowns
7:29 Finding your breast pump settings
10:04 Pumping techniques
11:52 Mental parts of pumping
13:53 Finding support
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[@crystal7245]

Can you talk about the actual pump session. What does a 15-20 minute pump session look like? When during the session to switch between massage and expression. That would be helpful.

[@Luvanmusiq]

Yes, please!!

[@user-jr5td8ff2g]

This didn’t give any information. Just talked about topic headlines. What are letdowns and how do I pump to catch them and pump efficiently so I’m not pumping got extra hours a day…

[@finepakiinemporia]

I don't feel like you gave out any information though... all of the topics are fair but no tips were given no info was provided. Example - let downs are important. Ok - so how do we deal with them?

[@KirasCollectiveCreations]

Thank you for this video! I have learned a lot in the last 3 years with my son and daughter; I find myself pregnant with my fourth and I’m finally feeling confidence in my ability to pump! Your videos are extremely helpful and I also find exploring different pumps to be quite fun! I have struggled a lot with lip/tongue tied babies and breastfeeding difficulties, but you really help break things down for us. Always grateful for the work you do!

[@SB-dx4wi]

How to adjust is a big one too! My IBCLC taught me what to do if I’m a little short once in a while and how to adjust my pumping schedule as baby gets older and sleeps longer. Game changers

[@NewLittleLife]

Thanks for adding this!

[@aimeeperez8737]

Can you please do a video on off brand Amazon pumps like IKARE and PARUU and what would you compare it to as far as the brand name pumps. I recently got the “hospital grade” black and silver IKARE and it works amazing so was wondering what your thoughts are on that

[@tiffanyhoudesheldt7004]

The whole long pump times and and the feeling of leaving milk behind is definitely how I feel. I also have to massage each time.

[@Julie-xz5lc]

I miss pumping, I hated it when I was doing it cause it always made me feel nauseous but I had to stop early do to going back to work...its been a week and I can still squirt out a little milk and I keep telling myself I can get it back....anyway momma's keep up the good work there's nothing like feeding your baby milk from your body!

[@karenangulo4422]

Why am I only getting an ounce of milk while pumping but still have a lot more milk when I hand express or nurse? I’m wearing the proper flange insert. I had an oversupply and was pumping 4+ oz of milk. Now I’m lucky if I get an ounce from both breasts.

[@quintanaallen1551]

Same! And now I’m having pain etc. 😩

[@dikshyabhattarai2579]

How you pump

[@cjdavis1955]

i had twins on november 2nd and just breastfeeding is mentally and physically draining, I'm finding it so hard. I hope to get into a better place soon.

[@Luvanmusiq]

You’re amazing! I’m struggling hard with one.

[@marisolsaldana333]

How is it going? I had my twins on January & my toddler turned 2 on December… if I pump 4x day it’s a lot ! But usually is 2-3x per day

[@NonyeAOKanu]

@@marisolsaldana333how are you managing to pump at all either!? You’re superhuman!! Sending you all the love.

[@jessiemo9215]

Can you do a video on the lansinoh wearable pump? My insurance covers it, but I'm not sure if I should get it

[@rachelwelsh3613]

Love your content! Thank you for putting this out there for moms

[@deadrosestoblack]

To empty in a shorter amount of time, are you able to compare different flanges and options, not sizes? Lactek just came out with a flange that suposedly mimics a baby feeding (dont they all claim this) just curious if that actually does what it says

[@Harlem2Detroit]

Thanks for the video. I'm new to breastfeeding (3rd kid) and new to using my pump as well. I purchased the even Flo electric double breast pump and boy has it been a struggle! I got just one ounce because I was figuring out how to use the machine correctly and when it finally worked, I believe the flange size is too big , the box only came with a 28 mm size ! Which I believe is too large because my breasts are pretty small. The next smaller size I can order is 24.5. Should I go for it? Pumping was painful with the larger size too. Thanks

[@NewLittleLife]

Flange size is all about the nipple size, not the breast size. Here’s a video explaining a bit more! Flange Sizing 101 | What is flange sizing and does it really matter? kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5TCq2dnaM-qe7M

[@breolsen8551]

On my spectra I typically just use the letdown function the entire pumping session and adjust the suction as needed throughout. It takes about 10 minutes to fully pump. Is it okay to use the letdown function the entire time? I found it works the best for me.

[@NewLittleLife]

If it works, it works!

[@alvahuang]

I believe the letdown function stimulates letdown, which is often foremilk instead of the more fatty hindmilk? It comes out easier because its more watery, so it gives more volume. I use a spectra too and found that when my milk goes in the fridge, it separates and helps me distinguish what I'm pumping. If its more watery looking (foremilk) i think baby digests it faster and gets hungry soon after.

[@maureenm8046]

I realized I have to do hands on pumping for max output - the pump doesn’t do as much for me and moving to higher suction is painful. I don’t know how many women have this - but this has probably messed up my supply - while it month #6 pumping, she is technically 3 months, since she was born 3 months early - I don’t know if I am gonna ever get to enough.

[@NewLittleLife]

Hands on pump can be a normal part of pumping for some, but they’re often many ways to make things more efficient. If you want some help, let us know! We have a whole coaching program built just for this 💙

[@incongruentcreative]

What do you mean by a workable schedule? I've already done the downward spiral and am trying to get myself back to breastfeeding after going almost exclusive formula with breastfeeding as a "topoff" method for about a month now. My baby is almost 4 months old.

[@NewLittleLife]

A schedule that actually works for you. I see a lot of people starting to pump every 2 hours, or adding night pumps, or power pump regularly, and sometimes that’s just not “workable” long term. Are you pumping as well as feeding at the breast?

[@incongruentcreative]

@@NewLittleLife not at the moment. Planning to get into pumping to re establish my supply so I can get baby back to breast.

[@TheBakingGirlShow]

Where are the tips???

[@catsseighteen4365]

Is it 15-20 minutes per breast? Double pumping has been challenging for me. How do I hold both pumps in place and massage each breast with just two hands?

[@NewLittleLife]

A pumping bra would be a good idea to help you there! But yes if you’re single pumping, you’ll need to do time on each side.

[@quigli]

What about having a flange that's too small? How big of a problem is that? I can't find a flange big enough for my nipples that fits my pump

[@NewLittleLife]

Having a flange that’s too small is a huge problem, it often causes damage and is quite painful. Most people don’t pump with a size too small very long because it is terrible. It’s quite uncommon to need a size larger than 27mm, a standard large size. Are you by chance trying to fit the whole areola in the flange instead of just the nipple?

[@quigli]

@@NewLittleLife No, my nipples are just huge, apparently 😭 Baby can barely open her mouth wide enough to get it all in there, and she's got a shallow latch because of it. I got a 30mm flange (I have the Bella baby pump) but even then my nipples are rubbing against the sides. It's definitely uncomfortable but I can't find a bigger flange to fit my pump. She's a month old as of tomorrow. Needless to say, it's been a rough month, but I'm determined to make it work Edit to add: I can't really afford to buy a new pump right now

[@NewLittleLife]

@quigli if you want, I’d love to take a look and verify your size because I’m quite curious! Send me an email at [e-mail]

[@ericabechamp3999]

Hi I’ve been pumping and breastfeeding but when I pump I find my breasts stop expressing after 5 minutes. When I breastfeed I can feel like letdowns every few minutes.

[@NewLittleLife]

Sounds like working on getting the pump to trigger multiple letdowns for you would help it better empty you!

[@broxitalia]

Your videos are telling info in steps without giving any practical information

[@veronica9501832]

How to have let downs?

[@NewLittleLife]

Tips for a BETTER and FASTER Milk Letdown kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJ2woolvoLt0pqs

[@Kaza0kun]

I am struggling to pump milk and I hate it. I can keep my little guy full for an hour. I’m going back to work soon and I’ve been trying since I had him in October to increase my supply. To no success. :(

[@NewLittleLife]

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[@iamBisma]

She is talking and smiling a lot but is not saying anything.what a waste !

[@mulween]

This is so confusing.

[@Vero-gr2xz]

I learned nothing

[@maryyang1788]

Way too much talking, get to the point?

[@31nattyb]

We need an actual how to practical guide as I didn't get what I can for with this video.