What is your favorite breastfeeding hack and why? Looking for all the advice and tips as I continue my journey. Almost 4 months in and excited and hoping to make it to a year or more!!!
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I started using olive oil for my pump and before baby nurses. I love it!!
Hi, I hope you’re doing well.
To extract more milk, stimulation is key. Keep in mind that around four months, breasts tend to become softer, and you may feel less of that “full breast” sensation. At this stage, your milk production relies more on stimulation.
When I’m at home with my baby, while nursing from one breast, I wear the breast pump on the other, which provides natural stimulation.
When I’m out, a good massage from the back down to the breasts helps extract more milk. You can use the Momcozy massager to assist.
Smelling a piece of baby clothing or looking at photos also helps stimulate oxytocin production.
Drinking plenty of fluids right before pumping helps prevent that unpleasant feeling of thirst and makes the process more comfortable.
The fridge hack In between pumping sessions and having pump wipes handy for on the go!