Hi Attie,

I have seen quite a few mothers squeeze, compress, etc whilst feeding, and
it seems to be an instinctual thing? I've seen experienced moms do this,
and with no seeming worry that their supply is inadequate, just to give the
baby a good feed and a good breast drainage I presume.

However, I am guessing that moms get info on breast compression via Jack
Newman and others who link to his info. I don't know if there is actual
research evidence, but I believe he and many others see more swallows
whilst compressing. I do teach breast compression, not as a rule, but as
needed for dyads dealing with low supply, poor transfer, etc.

Laurie Wheeler RN MN IBCLC
on the Beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast USA

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