I agree with Amy. Use of The Shield indicates difficulties with attachment. Therefore protect early milk production and ability to increase milk production and baby to transfer milk. Once milk transfer has been established and consistent weight gain then Post Feed pumping should not be necessary. Laurie Wheeler RN MN ibclc Gulf Coast Mississippi USA *********************************************** 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