Building a Stash
If you’re considering pumping, this is a great time to begin building a milk stash. Pumping after morning feeds, when supply is naturally highest, can help you save milk without compromising your baby’s immediate needs.
Your breasts might feel tender as they adjust to a pump, and your milk will continue to adapt to your baby’s age. Milk storage guidelines help ensure its quality: refrigerate for up to four days or freeze for six months to a year.
Tips for You This Week
- Label stored milk with dates to keep track of its freshness.
- Experiment with different flange sizes or pumping techniques to find what’s most comfortable.
- Recognize how your efforts are preparing you for flexibility and future feeding needs!
Fun Fact:
Breastfeeding has been linked to better maternal mental health outcomes, reducing postpartum anxiety and depression by 50% or more.
