Thanks Lisa for the study on how pumping earlier yields more colostrum even weeks out. I am wondering what time frame other hospitals use to initiate pumping. Please let me know. I am so thankful for lacnet, I gain so much knowledge from it all. Polly Westra R.N., IBCLC *********************************************** Archives: http://community.lsoft.com/archives/LACTNET.html To reach list owners: [log in to unmask] Mail all list management commands to: [log in to unmask] COMMANDS: 1. To temporarily stop your subscription write in the body of an email: set lactnet nomail 2. To start it again: set lactnet mail 3. To unsubscribe: unsubscribe lactnet 4. To get a comprehensive list of rules and directions: get lactnet welcome