Here’s the truth! There is a myth out there that pumps are less effective than nursing. Well, that’s not true! A pump can empty you just as effective as a baby. Have you heard this before? Let’s chat about it. #pumpwithpurpose #exclusivelypumping #breastpumps #breastpump #breastpumping #exclusivelybreastfed #breastfeedingmama #blackmomskillingit #newmomlife #breastfedbaby #milksupply #blackmomsbreastfeed #mamasofinstagram #motherhoodunplugged #exclusivepumping Disclaimer: This post is for educat

A Guide to Pumping Breastmilk In Just Over 2 Minutes

Pumping is a labor of love. Gentle reminder that moving milk is important 🤍 ✨ a short pump is better than no pump - use those hands and make the short pump as efficient as possible ✨ combining milk (“milk pooling”) very minimally increases the risk of bacterial in your milk - do your research and make the decision that best fits YOUR life and YOUR baby ✨ The Fresh Fours Rule: 4️⃣ Fresh milk is good @ room temp 4 hours 4️⃣ Fresh milk is good in the fridge for 4 days 2️⃣4️⃣ Fresh milk is good in

What should you do with your breast pump when you’re done pumping? Here are some options! 1. Clean everything, pack up parts in sealed containers, and store somewhere temperature-controlled. (A drafty basement is fine, a garage that gets really hot in the summer is not great.) 2. If your pump is closed system, see if you can donate or sell it. Some places like Salvation Army and Goodwill won’t accept medical devices, but you can check. 3. See if your breast pump manufacturer has a recycling prog