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>why would we not do that? because of the risks. why would i not tell a mom
to give up  on pumping if she asks for my professional opinion?
Hello Carol and Netters,

I have to tell you. that living in Chicago with Dr.Paula Meier working at
Rush-Pres Hospital, I have some biases.  She works with many premie babies
and their BF rates there are 100%.  I am working on the tear-off sheet that
will hopefully come out soon that will state "Begin pumping 4-6 hrs. after
delivery to establish a milk supply if you are unable to BF your baby."  We
know that the prolactin sites are set down with the initial stimulation of
the breast. Being a maternity nurse, I use to think "moms are exhausted. 
How can they pump after delivery??" After understanding the process and
importance of stimulation, moms can pump within this time frame.   Rush
Pres. Hospital has proven that moms pumping soon after delivery and then
pumping every 3-4hrs. through out the day, mother's can maintain a good
milk supply for her baby.  The moms feel good that they are able to do
something for their babies that no one else can do.
Pat Bull, RN, IBCLC
The Breastfeeding Connection/Medela
Naperville, IL