I have worked with many surrogates, who at the intended parents request, pumped for a predetermined amount of time. 

The families I’ve worked with have pumping  written into their contract, I’ve seen time frames of providing milk for a few days, to two weeks or the first month, etc. One client pumped 6mo for her surrogate babe/family, and another few additional months to donate to a local mom & babe.  

A few families have asked the surrogate if they were willing to nurse the first few feedings until the surrogates milk production increased to make pumping easier. 

It is a wonderful gift (usually the pumping person is financially compensated for their time, not usually a free gift) when the surrogate and intended parents are both wanting & willing  to provide human milk. 

Rachelle Markham, IBCLC
San Diego, California, USA

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