Wise Ones:
Please help me on this one! I am trying to find the best recommendations for NICU moms and pumping. There are 2 totally different schools of thought and I am unable to find any information in the JHL.
My question is:
Which method is better?
Pump until the breast is "empty" or to pump in more frequent intervals for shorter (15 minute) periods?
Prior to Lactogenesis II, I suggest 15 minutes of pumping (with a hospital grade pump) 8 or more times in 24 hours as well as massage prior to and during feeds.
I have watched Dr. Morton's video and love her technique, but other resources say different things.
Thanks in advance!
Julia Augur IBCLC, RLC
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