Pump now or wait

Hi All, I just gave birth last night but my baby is under observation due to my diabetes. Should I start pumping now or wait till my baby latches on me so that he can get the colostrum that is very good for him? Thanks in advanced!

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Super Mum

Hi the first few days it might be difficult to get any milk out, you can massage with your hands to stimulate milk production and try squeezing with your fingers and see if any milk comes out? You can try pumping to stimulate too. Congrats on your delivery and all the best!