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Posted by talamascusandhisminions on 31-Jan-2011 12:43 Report
Volume of Breastmilk that Bub gets???
:)   Morning All....this may sound silly...i demand feed...Elikye is 1.5 months....when he feeds he sometimes snack feeds...falls asleep.....he rarely feeds long enough to get the back milk let down....he started off so well but as he gets older it seems to not satisfy him..is this because he was a big birth weight...he now weighs in at just under 6kg....so any suggestions would be great...so then i purchased an electric pump as i had a manual one ..but that hurts my hand (as i have had hand surgery)..the pamphlet states 7 min. each side...but i don't get much...so how long on each side can i express ....and do i collect over a 12 hr period...
 
Replied by willow-2008 on 31-Jan-2011 12:48 (Ref 2264109) Report

expressing breast milk

Breastfeeding: Expressing breast milk

Expressing breast milk is when you use your hands or a breast pump to get the milk from your breasts. Whether you use your hands or a pump is dependant on how long you have been breastfeeding, the reason you are breastfeeding and how often you are going to express.
The first milk you produce after your baby is born is called colostrum. If you need to express milk at this stage it is best done by hand. During the first week, as your breasts feel fuller, you may choose whether you wish to continue expressing by hand or to use a pump.
The number of times you will need to express per day will depend on your circumstances. For example, if your newborn baby is not feeding from the breast at all then you need to express frequently to establish and maintain your supply (8-10 times a day), but once your supply is established you may be able to reduce the number of times you express. A lactation consultant can advise you on what you need to do.
Replied by willow-2008 on 31-Jan-2011 12:51 (Ref 2264111) Report

Important points to remember
  • Expressing should be done gently to avoid pain and discomfort.
  • The use of gentle breast massage and nipple stimulation will help to encourage the milk flow (let-down reflex - see: Breastfeeding: Getting started fact sheet).
  • Using relaxation techniques or thinking about your baby while expressing may also be helpful.
  • Expressing frequently throughout a 24 hour period (including overnight) is more effective in stimulating your milk supply than expressing for a long period of time at one sitting.
Replied by willow-2008 on 31-Jan-2011 12:53 (Ref 2264112) Report

How much milk should you get?
The amount of milk you obtain is dependant on individual circumstances and stage of breastfeeding.

In the first few days after birth between a few drops and a few mls of colostrum may be expressed each time. As colostrum changes to more mature milk, the amount increases. At day 4 or 5 this may be around 50–70 mls at each feed or expression increasing to 80–120mls by the end of the first week (these amounts are very variable from mother to mother). By about 6 weeks, you may produce around 600 – 800mls (sometimes more) over a 24 hour period.
If you feel your milk supply is not enough for your baby please seek expert assistance
Replied by talamascusandhisminions on 31-Jan-2011 12:55 (Ref 2264113) Report
Thank you willow-2008....i will follow up with the clinic nurse....
Replied by willow-2008 on 31-Jan-2011 12:55 (Ref 2264114) Report

How long should I pump each time?

Pumping your breasts takes about the same time as breastfeeding, but with practice and a good pump, you can pump your breasts in as little as 10 to 15 minutes. While you are at work, try to pump as often as your baby usually feeds or for about 15 minutes every few hours. To keep up your milk supply, give your baby extra feedings when you are together. You can also pump right after your baby feeds, which will help your breasts make more milk.
Replied by willow-2008 on 31-Jan-2011 12:57 (Ref 2264115) Report
NONE of this may be useful .. but you may find something in here to help you

Good luck & I hope it goes well for you both.
Replied by willow-2008 on 31-Jan-2011 12:58 (Ref 2264117) Report
Heres another link you might like to read: http://www.breastfeed.com/articles/breastfeeding-basics/bedtime-or-breast-time-2624/
Replied by talamascusandhisminions on 31-Jan-2011 12:59 (Ref 2264118) Report
:)  Way more helpful than you think....  a big hug from me...
Replied by willow-2008 on 31-Jan-2011 15:13 (Ref 2264145) Report
You are welcome hun
Replied by bunny-boosbitz on 31-Jan-2011 19:09 (Ref 2264226) Report
My son used to feed for about 40 minutes at a time (exhausting!), while my daughter would be on there for 5 - 10 minutes, and then she was done. :) I can remember being told though, to wake them up if they fall asleep on it, and just get them to have some more that way. They're drowsy, but they're still feeding. Also, get an electric pump (definitely a hand/wrist saver!). Then if he only snack feeds, put him down and pump that boob, so you get the rich milk, and then you can give that to him in a bottle later. Plus I used to go on for way more than 7 mins - I'd stop when I had enough in the bottle, I never thought about how long it took. :)
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