Benefits of storing breast milk
One of the main reasons why mothers need to pump is so that their babies can breastfeed at all times, even when they are not around. In addition to this main reason, pumping breast milk also comes from many other reasons:
Stimulate milk production: If the baby suckles less, the mammary glands will not be stimulated much and will produce less milk. Pumping milk will stimulate the mammary glands to produce more milk while still ensuring the mother's health.
Reduce breast engorgement and clogged milk ducts: Pumping milk will help mothers reduce breast pain and limit clogged milk ducts.
Help your baby get both foremilk and hindmilk: If your baby sucks too quickly, he or she will only get the foremilk and miss out on the fatty hindmilk. Pumping will help your baby get both foremilk and hindmilk.
Maintain breastfeeding: Regular pumping helps the mammary glands produce milk steadily over a long period of time. Therefore, mothers can ensure enough milk for their babies even when they do not breastfeed directly.
What is a breast pump ?
Breast pumps are designed to mimic the sucking action of a baby while breastfeeding. There are two different types of breast pumps: electric and manual. With manual pumps, you squeeze the plunger with your hand, while electric versions do the work for you.
How to pump milk by hand
- Wash your hands with antiseptic, clean and sterilize the milk bottle and related items before pumping milk. Mothers should sit in a comfortable, quiet place to relax, because stress can hinder milk flow.
- To pump milk effectively by hand, before pumping, mothers should gently massage their breasts, following the pumping motion.
- After stimulating the breast, place the breast pump funnel over the nipple (make sure to seal it properly).
- Hold the breast pump with one hand and use the other hand to place the funnel on your breast. Start by gently squeezing the handle or lever to create suction. It may take a few minutes before your milk starts to flow, once it starts to flow you can increase the suction level.
- If you are pumping one breast at a time, switch to the other breast after the milk flow slows down.
- After pumping, carefully remove the breast pump funnel, store the pumped milk in a clean container and refrigerate or freeze immediately.
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