"Debbie Albert, Ph.D., IBCLC" wrote:

> I have a mom who delivered 2 months early.  Baby was born on Friday, and she
> had high blood pressure, so hospital did not allow her to pump until Sunday
> (yes, I live in a very unenlightened area).

I have never heard of this.  Is there some idea that high blood pressure should
be a barrier to breastfeeding, or to pumping?

>  I do not want to discourage this
> mom, but if she is not going to develop a supply, I do not want to lead her
> down the primrose path either.  How long should I allow her to continue to
> pump with very slim results before I suggest throwing in the towel

According to Diana West's book, about breastfeeding after reduction, the act of
breastfeeding/pumping encourages the mammaries to re-canalize.  So, if this
mother is comfortable with putting out the effort, even though she may not
develop much supply with this baby, it could be very beneficial for the
breastfeeding of subsequent babies.

Tammy

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