Question about starting exclusively pumping from birth...
Hello! I'm planning to exclusively pump for my second child -- I had a rough breastfeeding/pumping journey with my first and want to prepare more this time around. I got the spectra 2 from my insurance and plan to bring it with me to the hospital to use right after birth (next month). Do we start the 30 minutes/240 rule of pumping right away after birth? I know it takes a while for milk to come in so I'm a little confused. I've also had someone recommend a manual colostrum collector kit...so not sure what to do. Also, is this in one of the course lessons and perhaps I missed it?
Thank you!!
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Hello, this is our free group that is open for anyone to ask questions. Our general recommendation if planning to start pumping from birth is to start with the 240-minute rule which is pumping every 3 hours for 30 minutes for the first 12 weeks with the right pump, flange, products, and schedule. Harvesting colostrum (collecting colostrum) prior to birth is not something we recommend as it can cause pre-term labor and miscarriage. You would want to get approval from your doctor before that understands your history and background. Hope this helps.