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"Valerie W. McClain, IBCLC" <[log in to unmask]>
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Thu, 12 Jul 2001 07:12:11 EDT
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Bonnie you wrote, "She says she was pumping on low speed, initially releasing
the suction every 3 minutes, then going to every 2 seconds.
She didn't think the nipples were rubbing against the sides
of the flange."

I believe holding the suction for 3 minutes on that pump will do some nipple
damage.  I believe the instructions for that particular pump state that you
hold for 6 seconds and release for 2 seconds.  I have worked with quite a few
mothers with this particular pump and I believe one can do alot of damage
holding the suction on for 3 minutes.  Kinda like giving yourself a hickey.
One needs to establish a rhythm with this pump and not hold the suction on
for long.  It's like keeping a beat to music. Mom should do some prep before
pumping--like heat and massage before intiating pumping.  Valerie W. McClain,
IBCLC

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