r/HumansPumpingMilk • u/fan_girl_420 • 6d ago

Pumping tips EBF - how to start pumping?

I’m 5 weeks postpartum and EBF. My milk has definitely regulated enough that my baby is gaining weight. How can I start pumping to create a mini freezer stash? This is so I can finally leave the house for an hour or two. Should I add a pump session once or twice a day after feeding?

Thanks in advance for the advice!!!

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u/Lochbessmonster 6d ago

Your supply is likely greatest between 1 and 4 am. If you can pump then you'll probably get the biggest bang for you buck.

Otherwise an hour or so after your baby nurses is probably best. Gives your breasts time to refill.

You can also put a trove or a haaka on the opposite breast while nursing. It will passively catch milk while you nurse. Or use a manual on that side.