Here’s what you need to know about getting on a schedule, maintaining your supply, and more.
Getting ready to return to work — or just preparing to spend more time pumping out of the house and away from your baby?
There are a few things to keep in mind as you navigate the transition, from finding the pumping schedule that’s right for you to learning how a pump can help you maintain (and even increase!) your supply.
Below, we’re sharing four expert-backed articles that dive into all the details. They’re full of tips from our friend Bri, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant at SimpliFed and mother of three.
Six Breast Pumping Tips for Working Moms in the Office
No matter what your workplace looks like, pumping on the job might require some planning. It’s a big transition — especially if you’ve been nursing exclusively and are just introducing a pump for the first time.
Click the link below to learn:
- How to get on a pumping schedule and maintain your supply
- Which accessories are worth investing in
- How to advocate for yourself at work
- And more!
How to Pump in Public: Top Tips & Product Recs from Our Experts
If you're pumping with a wearable, chances are you're pumping on the go — whether you're at work, traveling, or just running errands. While it may seem a bit overwhelming at first, pumping while you're out and about is totally manageable, and totally acceptable. Remember: you’re allowed to pump in public no matter what anybody says. You’re working hard to provide your baby with breast milk — and you deserve to be celebrated!
Click the link below to learn:
- The importance of mastering pump assembly and cleaning when pumping on the go
- Essential accessories for safely storing your milk
- Ways to advocate for yourself if you’re met with resistance
- And more!
Tips from an LC: How to Create a Pumping Schedule
As a pumping mom, one of the best ways to prepare for returning to work (or simply spending more time away from your baby) is by creating a pumping schedule — and doing your best to stick to it. This will not only help you maintain your supply, it will make your days feel more manageable too!
While pumping based on the clock will definitely feel different if you've been nursing most or all of the time, it can add helpful structure to your days when you're getting back into your 9 to 5. A schedule means that you are in control.
Click the link below to learn:
- How often you should pump when sticking to a schedule
- How long each session should last
- How to pump on a schedule and feed on demand, and what to consider if you're pumping exclusively.
An LC Shares How to Power Pump to Increase Supply
In the early days of your breastfeeding journey, you'll likely be focused on establishing a healthy supply.There are a number of ways to do this, from ample skin-to-skin time to feeding on demand, staying nourished and hydrated, managing stress, and getting enough sleep.
The truth is that most moms will make enough milk for their babies. One of the coolest things about breastfeeding is that your supply naturally adjusts to your infant’s demands! But sometimes, interventions are necessary to increase your supply and meet your baby's needs. Introducing a pump and trying out a method called "power pumping" can help!
Click the link below to learn:
- What power pumping is
- How to power pump
- How often you should power pump
- What to keep in mind when power pumping
Good luck!
Remember that you can always reach out to a lactation consultant if you have questions about pumping at work. (We know and trust the IBCLCs at SimpliFed, but you can always ask your OBGYN for a local recommendation, or post in a mom group!)
Make sure to follow us @willowpump on Instagram and TikTok and check out our YouTube for more pumping and supply tips. You can find expert-backed guidance on all things pumping and feeding here, and shop our wearable pumps and accessories onewillow.com.
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