Just like breastfeeding, breastmilk pumping is also something that mothers need to know. For babies that face issues with latching due to inverted nipples, flat nipples, or when the baby is premature, pumping breastmilk and feeding them is a good choice over using formula food.
Some basic things that every mom needs to know when pumping breastmilk are:
- Make sure you have everything that you require (storage bottle, soft cloth, breast pumping bra, drink to sip in, etc.) while pumping breastmilk.
- Choose a comfortable position and avoid interruptions while pumping. Soft music, watching TV, deep breathing, etc are a few tricks that can help make you comfortable while pumping breastmilk.
- Follow good or best hygiene habits to avoid any kind of contamination. Sterilize the storage bottles, breast pump, and any other equipment used while pumping. Clean the breast thoroughly before and after pumping.
- While pumping the breastmilk, make sure you pump it from both sides at least for about 15mins.  
- Be gentle with yourself. You might not be able to pump the same amount of breastmilk every time to do it. Some days it might be less whereas some days the flow might be overwhelming.
Make breastmilk pumping a normal activity and not a task that stresses you out. Make this process as comfortable as breastfeeding.
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