How long do u all normally take to pump? I always take abt 1 hr includes 30 mins pumping and hand expressing cos my pump cannot empty my breast ~ is it normal ??
I think the recommended or common time that people are pumping is about 15-20 min of pump and then just some and expression after that - that is provided you are pumping at your regular routine and not looking to up or down your supply. Engorged breast can be because irregular pumping, u taken to o much milk booster and have not had the chance to empty your boobs. Generally you can drag +/- 1 hrs as compared to the regular timing - if something crops up and prevent you from pumping. Pumping too Long is ineffective and is actually stimulating for more production at the same time too. So...it depends on what you want. Usually after pumping, it is normal to be able to hand express a little out. If your let down is slow, you can consider alternating more between the expression and the massaging function during your pumping time. You could also consider a warm compress/Owen to your breast to help you relax and thus let down to come more easily
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