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Post by sweetsurprise on Feb 6, 2018 14:48:02 GMT -6
I know we are mostly early in our maternity leave or still have inside babes but here are a few questions for working moms who plan on nursing/pumping:
1. How much time do you have off for mat leave?
2. When do you plan on starting to pump to save up a stash?
3. Any questions or concerns about pumping or going back to work?
4. Do you have any fav products related to pumping? Bras? Breast milk bags? Etc.
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Post by flippinchica on Feb 6, 2018 15:24:23 GMT -6
Good thread idea
I know we are mostly early in our maternity leave or still have inside babes but here are a few questions for working moms who plan on nursing/pumping:
1. How much time do you have off for mat leave? 10 weeks
2. When do you plan on starting to pump to save up a stash? I've started pumping the opposite boob with a hand pump every other day or so. I tried to give him a bottle this past weekend for practice and he took about an ounce but still wanted to nurse afterwards
]3. Any questions or concerns about pumping or going back to work? I'm nervous because last time I was unemployed and didn't go back full time till he was 9 months. I only pumped at lunch so I need to figure out how to adjust my schedule. I plan to pump during my commute as well
]4. Do you have any fav products related to pumping? Bras? Breast milk bags? Etc. I still can't find my simple wishes pumping bra but I liked it. I used target brand bags and never had an issue. Remember to freeze in smaller quantities
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Post by sunfrogger on Feb 6, 2018 16:44:28 GMT -6
1. How much time do you have off for mat leave?
I am taking roughly 3.5mo off. Back to work 5/14.
2. When do you plan on starting to pump to save up a stash?
I'm going to pump to take the edge off at night and go from there. I had a HUGE stash last time due to oversupply. So I'd like to do that again if I can and donate.
However, last time I was remote 2 days a week and this time I'm going back to the office full time right away bc I have no choice. So I'm anxious about that too.
3. Any questions or concerns about pumping or going back to work?
I'm using a Spectra this time around so I'm interested to see how it performs!
4. Do you have any fav products related to pumping? Bras? Breast milk bags? Etc.
Lansinoh bags
Will be looking for a pump bra tho.
Also looking for a good pump bag this time around!
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Post by pippiann on Feb 6, 2018 17:11:03 GMT -6
I am SAHM but I just wanted to add that the dairy fairy pumping bra has been a favorite of my so far. It’s on amazon.
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Post by sweetsurprise on Feb 6, 2018 20:00:11 GMT -6
1. How much time do you have off for mat leave? 9.5 weeks
2. When do you plan on starting to pump to save up a stash? I've started pumping with a silicone pump on the opposite boob for a few sessions during the day time. A few weeks before I go back to work I'll start with my Medela. I haven't tried giving LO a bottle yet.
3. Any questions or concerns about pumping or going back to work?
Just worried about being able to schedule time to pump at work since I'm often in meetings.
4. Do you have any fav products related to pumping? Bras? Breast milk bags? Etc.
I liked the medela pumping bra except one of mine busted at the zipper. I need to order more or try a new one.
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Post by helloerrbody on Feb 6, 2018 22:47:17 GMT -6
Just have to give a shout-out to sunfrogger for donating milk!! I relied on donor milk with DS1 and have already started using some with DS2. Such an amazing gift you give a family so thank you!! |
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Post by sunfrogger on Feb 7, 2018 6:49:02 GMT -6
Just have to give a shout-out to sunfrogger for donating milk!! I relied on donor milk with DS1 and have already started using some with DS2. Such an amazing gift you give a family so thank you!! Clarify - I didn't last time  but that's my goal this time!!! I had a good oversupply and my stash always had at least 150oz. I used a lot for milk baths with eczema but I could have donated instead, so that's my goal this time! |
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Post by helloerrbody on Feb 7, 2018 7:41:52 GMT -6
Just have to give a shout-out to sunfrogger for donating milk!! I relied on donor milk with DS1 and have already started using some with DS2. Such an amazing gift you give a family so thank you!! Clarify - I didn't last time but that's my goal this time!!! I had a good oversupply and my stash always had at least 150oz. I used a lot for milk baths with eczema but I could have donated instead, so that's my goal this time! Awesome goal!  |
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but that's my goal this time!!! I had a good oversupply and my stash always had at least 150oz. I used a lot for milk baths with eczema but I could have donated instead, so that's my goal this time! 