What is Considered Normal Pumping Output?
Breast pumps are a helpful tool for many moms breastfeeding. Whether you’re going back to work, need a break, or want to share feeding with someone else, a breast pump can make things easier. But with so many options, it can be hard to know where to start. In this blog, we’ll talk about the basics of breast pumps, why they’re useful, and what to think about when picking the right one for you.
Moms who pump occasionally between nursing sessions can expect 0.5-2 oz per session. Moms who pump regularly or who exclusively pump can expect 2-4 oz every 2-3 hours.
How many ounces is a normal milk supply?
Typical milk supply ranges from 19-30 oz per day with an average infant intake of 25 oz per day from 1-6 months.
Is It True That Breastfeeding Will Hurt in the First Two Weeks?
While it may be common for breastfeeding to be painful, it is certainly not normal. Pain with breastfeeding is a sign that something isn’t quite right with the baby’s latch. Sometimes all that’s needed is a small tweak to the baby’s position and other times there may be a more serious cause such as torticollis or tongue tie.
Why is pumping painful?
Just like nursing, pumping shouldn’t be painful. The most common cause of pumping pain is having the wrong flange size. Other causes could be using suction that’s too strong or latch pain that leads to nipple damage and pain with pumping.
How Often Should I Pump to Establish a Pumping Routine?
Everybody will be a little bit different! This all depends on if you are exclusively pumping, or if you are combo feeding. For exclusive pumpers, moms might be pumping every 3-4 hours. Pumping often will help with your milk supply, and help you to build up a stash of breast milk.
If I pump longer each time can I pump less often?
Pumping longer at each session doesn’t outweigh the negative effects of not pumping often enough. Most moms need to remove milk 8-12 times in 24 hours in order to build and maintain milk supply, especially during the first few months postpartum.
What Motif Breast Pumps Are Available at Medsource?
One of our most popular pumps is the Motif Luna battery bundle. This pump offers the reliability of the Luna, along with additional goodies not normally included with the pump such as storage bags, storage bag adapter allowing you to pump directly into storage bags, and more accessories.
What is the best feature of the Luna breast pump?
The Luna is one of our most quality pumps! This pump is powerful and features a massage mode to begin the pumping session, as well as an expression mode to express milk. The strength of the pump motor ensures that moms are able to pump as much milk in a short time, while also staying quiet enough to keep the baby sleeping.
What's the best pump for a mom on-the-go?
Our moms love the Motif Twist – a small, lightweight pump perfect for travel. This pump weighs less than half a pound! It’s the best pump to throw into your diaper bag without weighing it down or taking up too much space.
Choosing the right breast pump and getting into a good routine can make a big difference in your breastfeeding experience. Whether you pump once in a while or every day, having the right pump can help things go more smoothly. Every mom’s situation is different, so take your time to find what works best for you. The goal is to make feeding your baby easier and more stress-free.
Medsource is committed to providing high-quality medical products and services that help patients achieve positive outcomes and improve their quality of life. Collaborating with manufacturers like Motif Medical is integral to Medsource 's vision, ensuring we provide top-quality products and comprehensive solutions from pregnancy to postpartum.
About The Author
Jacque Ordner is a mom of four sons and IBCLC in the heart of the Midwest in Illinois. Her love of lactation support began over a decade ago when she was working as a registered nurse. She specializes in adoptive lactation, breastfeeding after c-section, and pumping.
Information provided in blogs should not be used as a substitute for medical care or consultation.
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Information provided in blogs should not be used as a substitute for medical care or consultation.
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