Exclusive pumping

Exclusive pumping

Exclusive pumping

The patented expression is to give the baby only expressed milk and not direct breastfeeding.

In practice, you express breast milk with a breast pump and then pour the milk into a bottle. You then bottle-feed your baby or use a nasogastric tube if he is premature. Just like with breastfeeding, you follow the pumping routine every time your baby needs to breastfeed, or you can express a lot of milk and keep it in the refrigerator to warm it up when your baby needs it.

In most cases, exclusive pumping is done when the baby is not getting enough milk, as with regular breastfeeding. This can happen if you don't have enough milk or if your baby is not breastfeeding well.

Why will you pump exclusively?

Exclusive breastfeeding is not for everyone. Although it is recommended to feed your baby directly from the breast for the first six months, sometimes this is not possible. As a result, you have no other choice but to express your breast milk and bottle feed it. The most common reason for exclusive pumping is when your baby doesn't latch on properly. The latch is a way to attach the baby to the breast during breastfeeding. Your lactation specialist may advise you to express milk every few hours or on a schedule.

When distance separates you from your child. In some cases, a situation may arise that will separate you from the baby for a long time. You may need to return to work before it's time to wean your baby (that is, to get your baby used to food other than breast milk). If you are in this position, pumping and leaving the expressed milk with the caregiver is almost inevitable. Pumping allows you to breastfeed your baby even when you are not at home.

If you've tried your best to breastfeed but it's not working, pumping is the best option for breastfeeding your baby. However, there are other reasons why you might want to adopt this practice. They include the following:

  • Child adoption
  • Congenital condition
  • Breast anomalies
  • Weight loss strategy
  • Infant illness
  • Oral anomalies
  • Maternal choice

How to pump breast milk

Pumping may seem strange if you've never done it before. You can always turn to experienced moms for suggestions to help you. To do this best, start by finding a comfortable, distraction-free space. When collecting milk, it is important to be relaxed. Some moms prefer looking at pictures of their babies or listening to relaxing music.

Others get better results by hand pumping for 1 or 2 minutes before using the pump. The touch of the hand causes stimulation, which contributes to the production of a sufficient amount of milk. Remember to drink plenty of water or other liquids.

Choose a breast pump. Different breast pumps are suitable for different situations. For quality pumping, match your needs and your baby's needs with a pumping system that suits them. You can appreciate how efficient the pump is, how easy it is to move, and how loud it is.

You may find that a hand pump works best if you only need to pump occasionally. They tend to be small, cheap and easily transportable. If you pump more often, choose an electric or dual electric pump. They are recommended if you have limited time to express and express milk three or more times a day.

Electric breast pumps operate automatically and silently, and they usually mimic or mimic a baby's sucking during breastfeeding. The dual electric pump can be large and comes with a wallet-like carrying bag.

Another type of pump is the hospital pump. This pump is only used in a hospital setting when you are separated from a premature baby. Another case where this type of breast pump can be used is when you need strong stimulation to produce enough milk. Since you can't buy it, you can find a hospital that rents it if you need it.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of exclusive pumping?

Advantages. Exclusive pumping has certain advantages, including the following:

  • Bonding: Breastfeeding requires privacy and can take your attention away from other family members. Pumping allows your baby to feed without taking you away from your family.
  • Someone else can help: Unlike breastfeeding, which involves only the mother, pumping allows you to trust someone else to feed while you rest or do other things.
  • Non-stop work: With exclusive pumping, you can do the hard work and successfully breastfeed your baby.
  • Protect your milk supply: If you can't breastfeed for a while, pumping helps control your milk levels.

Disadvantages. Exclusive pumping also has some disadvantages, including the following:

  • Expensive: Most good pumps are slightly more expensive. When you factor in other costs, such as buying bottles and sanitizers, direct breastfeeding is much cheaper.
  • Lots of Extra Cleaning: Extra tools used for pumping require regular cleaning to protect you and your baby from germs.
  • Time-consuming: Unlike picking up your baby and holding the breast for feeding, pumping requires additional steps, such as defrosting frozen milk stored in the freezer.
  • Lifestyle changes: Since it is recommended to express milk at least once a night to ensure good milk production, waking up every night can change your sleep habits. Also, it can be annoying to wake up every night to pump on your own.

When you start rocking exclusively, it's normal to feel overwhelmed. Seek professional information and create a schedule that works for you and your child.

If you must use a lubricant, consider olive oil and lanolin. The use of lubrication helps avoid teat damage and reduces friction. 


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