Hello Lactnet , I have a student who gave birth to a premie a month ago. As of this date the little one is just barely 3lbs. 6oz. Mom does have a double pump mini electric that is loaned to her and for two weeks she is pumping approx. every 3 hours, maybe 4 hours through the night. Altogether she is only producing about 10cc per day. I did suggest she pump more often during the day , every two hours and pump longer......at least 20-25 minutes at a time. I also feel she needs to use a Lactena but she cannot afford the rental. She has ask about pills to increase her milk supply. I realize their are natural herbs that may help, but I need help on this....Could her OB suggest a drug that might help or just go for the herbs? Please e-mail me private if necessary or send help on the net!!!! I am a student LC that teaches basic breastfeeding and need info on the herbs and premies........ Thanks Paula Livinston, SLC [log in to unmask]