Topic Tag: BFE-5

Methods of Breastmilk Expression There are a number of considerations for breastmilk expression via hand expression or breast pump.4,5 Hand Expression Breast Pumps Low cost An essential skill that all breastfeeding parents should be taught Very effective in the first 2-3 days after birth to express thicker colostrum but may also be used throughout the […]

Parents may decide to express their breastmilk for a variety of reasons, including:1–3 Establishing milk supply when the infant cannot breastfeed Maintaining milk supply during a separation from the infant Increasing milk supply For supplementary feeds (see Lesson 2) Relieving engorgement Taking a break from breastfeeding for reasons such as sore nipples Building a supply […]