Re: Help I can't pump enough

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First we play 20 questions :-)

What type of pump are you using? Are you doing any type of breast

compression when you pump? Are you pumping at home at all? After or

during feedings? In the middle of the night when she sleeps longer

stretches? Is it possible that she is going through a growth spurt? If

so, then she would be nursing more often to help increase your supply.

Is she teething? Have you started any solids yet?

Has anything in your routine changed recently? Have you started any

new medications or hormonal birth control methods? (Depo Provera, the

pill, norplant, progesterone IUD?) Have you started menstruating or

ovulating yet?

What methods have you tried to increase your supply? Any herbs?

Medications? Changing your nursing pattern (i.e. switch nursing) Are

you drinking plenty of water (~64 ounces a day) and eating to hunger?

Are you drinking a lot of caffeine or alcoholic beverages which can

dehydrate you?

Whew...that is probably more than 20 questions but it gives us a

couple of good avenues to explore.

Jenn

Help I can't pump enough

I used do be able to get about 10 oz with 2 pumpings at work, enough

to

provide for my DDs bottles at daycare the next day (2, 5 oz bottles).

In

recent weeks it has gotten harder and harder for me to get enough. I

pumped

4 x yesterday and again this morning to provide for today. So far

today I

am getting even less. My freezer supply is almost gone. I don't want

to

supplement with formula. I nurse her as much as she will tolerate when

we

are together, and she seems to be getting enough. However, she is no

longer

sastified with one-sided nursing, so my supply (or her demand) seems

to

have changed. I need suggestions on how to get my supply back up

and/or how

to get more when I pump.

Thanks,

Suzanne and Gwyneth 1-22-00

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First we play 20 questions :-)

What type of pump are you using? Are you doing any type of breast

compression when you pump? Are you pumping at home at all? After or

during feedings? In the middle of the night when she sleeps longer

stretches? Is it possible that she is going through a growth spurt? If

so, then she would be nursing more often to help increase your supply.

Is she teething? Have you started any solids yet?

Has anything in your routine changed recently? Have you started any

new medications or hormonal birth control methods? (Depo Provera, the

pill, norplant, progesterone IUD?) Have you started menstruating or

ovulating yet?

What methods have you tried to increase your supply? Any herbs?

Medications? Changing your nursing pattern (i.e. switch nursing) Are

you drinking plenty of water (~64 ounces a day) and eating to hunger?

Are you drinking a lot of caffeine or alcoholic beverages which can

dehydrate you?

Whew...that is probably more than 20 questions but it gives us a

couple of good avenues to explore.

Jenn

Help I can't pump enough

I used do be able to get about 10 oz with 2 pumpings at work, enough

to

provide for my DDs bottles at daycare the next day (2, 5 oz bottles).

In

recent weeks it has gotten harder and harder for me to get enough. I

pumped

4 x yesterday and again this morning to provide for today. So far

today I

am getting even less. My freezer supply is almost gone. I don't want

to

supplement with formula. I nurse her as much as she will tolerate when

we

are together, and she seems to be getting enough. However, she is no

longer

sastified with one-sided nursing, so my supply (or her demand) seems

to

have changed. I need suggestions on how to get my supply back up

and/or how

to get more when I pump.

Thanks,

Suzanne and Gwyneth 1-22-00

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[Guest guest]

First we play 20 questions :-)

What type of pump are you using? Are you doing any type of breast

compression when you pump? Are you pumping at home at all? After or

during feedings? In the middle of the night when she sleeps longer

stretches? Is it possible that she is going through a growth spurt? If

so, then she would be nursing more often to help increase your supply.

Is she teething? Have you started any solids yet?

Has anything in your routine changed recently? Have you started any

new medications or hormonal birth control methods? (Depo Provera, the

pill, norplant, progesterone IUD?) Have you started menstruating or

ovulating yet?

What methods have you tried to increase your supply? Any herbs?

Medications? Changing your nursing pattern (i.e. switch nursing) Are

you drinking plenty of water (~64 ounces a day) and eating to hunger?

Are you drinking a lot of caffeine or alcoholic beverages which can

dehydrate you?

Whew...that is probably more than 20 questions but it gives us a

couple of good avenues to explore.

Jenn

Help I can't pump enough

I used do be able to get about 10 oz with 2 pumpings at work, enough

to

provide for my DDs bottles at daycare the next day (2, 5 oz bottles).

In

recent weeks it has gotten harder and harder for me to get enough. I

pumped

4 x yesterday and again this morning to provide for today. So far

today I

am getting even less. My freezer supply is almost gone. I don't want

to

supplement with formula. I nurse her as much as she will tolerate when

we

are together, and she seems to be getting enough. However, she is no

longer

sastified with one-sided nursing, so my supply (or her demand) seems

to

have changed. I need suggestions on how to get my supply back up

and/or how

to get more when I pump.

Thanks,

Suzanne and Gwyneth 1-22-00

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>First we play 20 questions :-)

>

>What type of pump are you using?

Medela pump-in-style

>Are you doing any type of breast compression when you pump?

I have been doing some, but as an experiment nothing formally. Are there

special techniques I should be trying?

>Are you pumping at home at all? After or during feedings? In the middle of

>the night when she sleeps longer stretches?

Usually pump after feedings. She usually 2-sided nurses lately, so I only

get about 1/2 oz. I have not tried during a feeding because I'm never sure

if she will want the second side. Never pumped in the middle of the night

because I thought rest was pretty important for supply (and my sanity).

>Is it possible that she is going through a growth spurt?If

>so, then she would be nursing more often to help increase your supply.

I think she is.

>Is she teething?

I don't think so, though she does drool alot and chews on everything in

sight so maybe.

>Have you started any solids yet?

No

>Has anything in your routine changed recently? Have you started any

>new medications or hormonal birth control methods? (Depo Provera, the

>pill, norplant, progesterone IUD?) Have you started menstruating or

>ovulating yet?

No to all of the above

>What methods have you tried to increase your supply? Any herbs?

>Medications?

No herbs of meds yet.

>Changing your nursing pattern (i.e. switch nursing)

She used to be one-sided nurser, now generally wants both sides. My left

side has lower supply and she sometime refuses it altogether, leading to

less supply I'm sure. My letdown has become musch slower and she gets

extremely frustrated sometimes and will stop nursing altogether.

>Are you drinking plenty of water (~64 ounces a day) and eating to hunger?

Yes to both. I am a water-aholic. However, I am losing weight for no

apperent reason. I have always been slender, but was upto a decent weight

when I got pregnant (5'8 " and 132 lbs). I am down 12 lbs below my

prepregnancy weight. I have been avoiding milk products as they bother

both me and my DD right now and I think this is why I can't keep the weight

on. I also eat pretty healthy. I am not exercising other than walking. I

had a stomach virus over the weekend and could not eat for 1.5 days and

lost 2 additional pounds, so I am sure this is making the problem worse.

>Are you drinking a lot of caffeine or alcoholic beverages which can

>dehydrate you?

No, I drink zero caffeine, gives me a stomach ache. I have a sip of my DHs

wine occassionally.

>

>Whew...that is probably more than 20 questions but it gives us a

>couple of good avenues to explore.

I hope we can find something in here to work with.

Thanks,

Suzanne

[Guest guest]

>First we play 20 questions :-)

>

>What type of pump are you using?

Medela pump-in-style

>Are you doing any type of breast compression when you pump?

I have been doing some, but as an experiment nothing formally. Are there

special techniques I should be trying?

>Are you pumping at home at all? After or during feedings? In the middle of

>the night when she sleeps longer stretches?

Usually pump after feedings. She usually 2-sided nurses lately, so I only

get about 1/2 oz. I have not tried during a feeding because I'm never sure

if she will want the second side. Never pumped in the middle of the night

because I thought rest was pretty important for supply (and my sanity).

>Is it possible that she is going through a growth spurt?If

>so, then she would be nursing more often to help increase your supply.

I think she is.

>Is she teething?

I don't think so, though she does drool alot and chews on everything in

sight so maybe.

>Have you started any solids yet?

No

>Has anything in your routine changed recently? Have you started any

>new medications or hormonal birth control methods? (Depo Provera, the

>pill, norplant, progesterone IUD?) Have you started menstruating or

>ovulating yet?

No to all of the above

>What methods have you tried to increase your supply? Any herbs?

>Medications?

No herbs of meds yet.

>Changing your nursing pattern (i.e. switch nursing)

She used to be one-sided nurser, now generally wants both sides. My left

side has lower supply and she sometime refuses it altogether, leading to

less supply I'm sure. My letdown has become musch slower and she gets

extremely frustrated sometimes and will stop nursing altogether.

>Are you drinking plenty of water (~64 ounces a day) and eating to hunger?

Yes to both. I am a water-aholic. However, I am losing weight for no

apperent reason. I have always been slender, but was upto a decent weight

when I got pregnant (5'8 " and 132 lbs). I am down 12 lbs below my

prepregnancy weight. I have been avoiding milk products as they bother

both me and my DD right now and I think this is why I can't keep the weight

on. I also eat pretty healthy. I am not exercising other than walking. I

had a stomach virus over the weekend and could not eat for 1.5 days and

lost 2 additional pounds, so I am sure this is making the problem worse.

>Are you drinking a lot of caffeine or alcoholic beverages which can

>dehydrate you?

No, I drink zero caffeine, gives me a stomach ache. I have a sip of my DHs

wine occassionally.

>

>Whew...that is probably more than 20 questions but it gives us a

>couple of good avenues to explore.

I hope we can find something in here to work with.

Thanks,

Suzanne

[Guest guest]

>First we play 20 questions :-)

>

>What type of pump are you using?

Medela pump-in-style

>Are you doing any type of breast compression when you pump?

I have been doing some, but as an experiment nothing formally. Are there

special techniques I should be trying?

>Are you pumping at home at all? After or during feedings? In the middle of

>the night when she sleeps longer stretches?

Usually pump after feedings. She usually 2-sided nurses lately, so I only

get about 1/2 oz. I have not tried during a feeding because I'm never sure

if she will want the second side. Never pumped in the middle of the night

because I thought rest was pretty important for supply (and my sanity).

>Is it possible that she is going through a growth spurt?If

>so, then she would be nursing more often to help increase your supply.

I think she is.

>Is she teething?

I don't think so, though she does drool alot and chews on everything in

sight so maybe.

>Have you started any solids yet?

No

>Has anything in your routine changed recently? Have you started any

>new medications or hormonal birth control methods? (Depo Provera, the

>pill, norplant, progesterone IUD?) Have you started menstruating or

>ovulating yet?

No to all of the above

>What methods have you tried to increase your supply? Any herbs?

>Medications?

No herbs of meds yet.

>Changing your nursing pattern (i.e. switch nursing)

She used to be one-sided nurser, now generally wants both sides. My left

side has lower supply and she sometime refuses it altogether, leading to

less supply I'm sure. My letdown has become musch slower and she gets

extremely frustrated sometimes and will stop nursing altogether.

>Are you drinking plenty of water (~64 ounces a day) and eating to hunger?

Yes to both. I am a water-aholic. However, I am losing weight for no

apperent reason. I have always been slender, but was upto a decent weight

when I got pregnant (5'8 " and 132 lbs). I am down 12 lbs below my

prepregnancy weight. I have been avoiding milk products as they bother

both me and my DD right now and I think this is why I can't keep the weight

on. I also eat pretty healthy. I am not exercising other than walking. I

had a stomach virus over the weekend and could not eat for 1.5 days and

lost 2 additional pounds, so I am sure this is making the problem worse.

>Are you drinking a lot of caffeine or alcoholic beverages which can

>dehydrate you?

No, I drink zero caffeine, gives me a stomach ache. I have a sip of my DHs

wine occassionally.

>

>Whew...that is probably more than 20 questions but it gives us a

>couple of good avenues to explore.

I hope we can find something in here to work with.

Thanks,

Suzanne

[Guest guest]

>First we play 20 questions :-)

>

>What type of pump are you using?

Medela pump-in-style

JLM OK, good pump. Just wanted to make sure it wasn't one of the

'drugstore' pumps. Make sure that the small white membranes are not

torn or built-up with milkfat. That can decrease the suction levels.

>Are you doing any type of breast compression when you pump?

I have been doing some, but as an experiment nothing formally. Are

there

special techniques I should be trying?

JLM- I found that if I set it up to single pump towards the end of a

session, I could lift and massage all around the outside perimeter of

the breast and sometimes could get a whole 'nother letdown. Then I

would switch sides and massage the other side. Some times I could just

hold both horns with one arm and use the other hand to massage. Some

moms stop pumping all together, do a stroke and shake method of

massage and then resume pumping. Lean slightly forward, stroke from

the outside of the breast towards the center and then lightly shake

the breast. Visualize the milk flowing down into the 'front' of the

breast.

>Are you pumping at home at all? After or during feedings? In the

middle of

>the night when she sleeps longer stretches?

Usually pump after feedings. She usually 2-sided nurses lately, so I

only

get about 1/2 oz. I have not tried during a feeding because I'm never

sure

if she will want the second side. Never pumped in the middle of the

night

because I thought rest was pretty important for supply (and my

sanity).

JLM-If she will let you, you could pump the other side during a

nursing and then she will still be able to get milk since it is 'made'

during the feeding. Sometimes as they get older, they want 100% of

your attention while nursing. If she is possessive like that, :-) you

could always try pumping one side, then nurse on the other, and if she

needs topped off she can go back to the side that you pumped.

Prolactin levels are highest at night so many moms take advantage of

this peaceful time to get a few ounces. Even if you pump an hour or so

before she gets up, you should be able to nurse her and help stock up

that freezer.

>Is it possible that she is going through a growth spurt?If

>so, then she would be nursing more often to help increase your

supply.

I think she is.

JLM-Then let her nurse ad lib. The increased demand will eventually

increase your supply. I know it is hard right now but this is the way

the system is supposed to work. :-)

>Is she teething?

I don't think so, though she does drool alot and chews on everything

in

sight so maybe.

>Have you started any solids yet?

No

>Has anything in your routine changed recently? Have you started any

>new medications or hormonal birth control methods? (Depo Provera,

the

>pill, norplant, progesterone IUD?) Have you started menstruating or

>ovulating yet?

No to all of the above

>What methods have you tried to increase your supply? Any herbs?

>Medications?

No herbs of meds yet.

JLM-some of the other moms on this list can help with herb

recommendations but some of the common ones are fenugreek, blessed

thistle, Mothers' Milk tea which contains several herbs. There are

also 2 prescription meds but they are not used very commonly.

>Changing your nursing pattern (i.e. switch nursing)

She used to be one-sided nurser, now generally wants both sides. My

left

side has lower supply and she sometime refuses it altogether, leading

to

less supply I'm sure. My letdown has become musch slower and she gets

extremely frustrated sometimes and will stop nursing altogether.

JLM-here is a situation where pumping before hand might be helpful

too. It can start the flow of milk and tell your body to increase

supply

>Are you drinking plenty of water (~64 ounces a day) and eating to

hunger?

Yes to both. I am a water-aholic. However, I am losing weight for no

apperent reason. I have always been slender, but was upto a decent

weight

when I got pregnant (5'8 " and 132 lbs). I am down 12 lbs below my

prepregnancy weight. I have been avoiding milk products as they

bother

both me and my DD right now and I think this is why I can't keep the

weight

on. I also eat pretty healthy. I am not exercising other than walking.

I

had a stomach virus over the weekend and could not eat for 1.5 days

and

lost 2 additional pounds, so I am sure this is making the problem

worse.

Are processed dairy products as bothersome? Cheese, yogurt? Is it

lactose intolerance in you? Many babies are sensitive to dairy

proteins but outgrow it so if you can tolerate some dairy, and you

want to try it, you might be able to again. There are high fat foods

that should not be a problem, artichokes, avocados, olives. Many meats

are high protein and high fat.

>Are you drinking a lot of caffeine or alcoholic beverages which can

dehydrate you?

No, I drink zero caffeine, gives me a stomach ache. I have a sip of my

DHs wine occassionally.

>

>Whew...that is probably more than 20 questions but it gives us a

couple of good avenues to explore.

I hope we can find something in here to work with.

JLM I Hope some of this helps or at least triggers some new ideas for

you. Have you attended any BF support groups such as LLL? They could

give you ideas on eating calorie dense foods and other ways to

increase supply. Many groups are not as informed on the working/BF

mommy so you may need to check a few to find one that 'clicks'.

Hopefully that is an option for you.

[Guest guest]

>First we play 20 questions :-)

>

>What type of pump are you using?

Medela pump-in-style

JLM OK, good pump. Just wanted to make sure it wasn't one of the

'drugstore' pumps. Make sure that the small white membranes are not

torn or built-up with milkfat. That can decrease the suction levels.

>Are you doing any type of breast compression when you pump?

I have been doing some, but as an experiment nothing formally. Are

there

special techniques I should be trying?

JLM- I found that if I set it up to single pump towards the end of a

session, I could lift and massage all around the outside perimeter of

the breast and sometimes could get a whole 'nother letdown. Then I

would switch sides and massage the other side. Some times I could just

hold both horns with one arm and use the other hand to massage. Some

moms stop pumping all together, do a stroke and shake method of

massage and then resume pumping. Lean slightly forward, stroke from

the outside of the breast towards the center and then lightly shake

the breast. Visualize the milk flowing down into the 'front' of the

breast.

>Are you pumping at home at all? After or during feedings? In the

middle of

>the night when she sleeps longer stretches?

Usually pump after feedings. She usually 2-sided nurses lately, so I

only

get about 1/2 oz. I have not tried during a feeding because I'm never

sure

if she will want the second side. Never pumped in the middle of the

night

because I thought rest was pretty important for supply (and my

sanity).

JLM-If she will let you, you could pump the other side during a

nursing and then she will still be able to get milk since it is 'made'

during the feeding. Sometimes as they get older, they want 100% of

your attention while nursing. If she is possessive like that, :-) you

could always try pumping one side, then nurse on the other, and if she

needs topped off she can go back to the side that you pumped.

Prolactin levels are highest at night so many moms take advantage of

this peaceful time to get a few ounces. Even if you pump an hour or so

before she gets up, you should be able to nurse her and help stock up

that freezer.

>Is it possible that she is going through a growth spurt?If

>so, then she would be nursing more often to help increase your

supply.

I think she is.

JLM-Then let her nurse ad lib. The increased demand will eventually

increase your supply. I know it is hard right now but this is the way

the system is supposed to work. :-)

>Is she teething?

I don't think so, though she does drool alot and chews on everything

in

sight so maybe.

>Have you started any solids yet?

No

>Has anything in your routine changed recently? Have you started any

>new medications or hormonal birth control methods? (Depo Provera,

the

>pill, norplant, progesterone IUD?) Have you started menstruating or

>ovulating yet?

No to all of the above

>What methods have you tried to increase your supply? Any herbs?

>Medications?

No herbs of meds yet.

JLM-some of the other moms on this list can help with herb

recommendations but some of the common ones are fenugreek, blessed

thistle, Mothers' Milk tea which contains several herbs. There are

also 2 prescription meds but they are not used very commonly.

>Changing your nursing pattern (i.e. switch nursing)

She used to be one-sided nurser, now generally wants both sides. My

left

side has lower supply and she sometime refuses it altogether, leading

to

less supply I'm sure. My letdown has become musch slower and she gets

extremely frustrated sometimes and will stop nursing altogether.

JLM-here is a situation where pumping before hand might be helpful

too. It can start the flow of milk and tell your body to increase

supply

>Are you drinking plenty of water (~64 ounces a day) and eating to

hunger?

Yes to both. I am a water-aholic. However, I am losing weight for no

apperent reason. I have always been slender, but was upto a decent

weight

when I got pregnant (5'8 " and 132 lbs). I am down 12 lbs below my

prepregnancy weight. I have been avoiding milk products as they

bother

both me and my DD right now and I think this is why I can't keep the

weight

on. I also eat pretty healthy. I am not exercising other than walking.

I

had a stomach virus over the weekend and could not eat for 1.5 days

and

lost 2 additional pounds, so I am sure this is making the problem

worse.

Are processed dairy products as bothersome? Cheese, yogurt? Is it

lactose intolerance in you? Many babies are sensitive to dairy

proteins but outgrow it so if you can tolerate some dairy, and you

want to try it, you might be able to again. There are high fat foods

that should not be a problem, artichokes, avocados, olives. Many meats

are high protein and high fat.

>Are you drinking a lot of caffeine or alcoholic beverages which can

dehydrate you?

No, I drink zero caffeine, gives me a stomach ache. I have a sip of my

DHs wine occassionally.

>

>Whew...that is probably more than 20 questions but it gives us a

couple of good avenues to explore.

I hope we can find something in here to work with.

JLM I Hope some of this helps or at least triggers some new ideas for

you. Have you attended any BF support groups such as LLL? They could

give you ideas on eating calorie dense foods and other ways to

increase supply. Many groups are not as informed on the working/BF

mommy so you may need to check a few to find one that 'clicks'.

Hopefully that is an option for you.

[Guest guest]

>First we play 20 questions :-)

>

>What type of pump are you using?

Medela pump-in-style

JLM OK, good pump. Just wanted to make sure it wasn't one of the

'drugstore' pumps. Make sure that the small white membranes are not

torn or built-up with milkfat. That can decrease the suction levels.

>Are you doing any type of breast compression when you pump?

I have been doing some, but as an experiment nothing formally. Are

there

special techniques I should be trying?

JLM- I found that if I set it up to single pump towards the end of a

session, I could lift and massage all around the outside perimeter of

the breast and sometimes could get a whole 'nother letdown. Then I

would switch sides and massage the other side. Some times I could just

hold both horns with one arm and use the other hand to massage. Some

moms stop pumping all together, do a stroke and shake method of

massage and then resume pumping. Lean slightly forward, stroke from

the outside of the breast towards the center and then lightly shake

the breast. Visualize the milk flowing down into the 'front' of the

breast.

>Are you pumping at home at all? After or during feedings? In the

middle of

>the night when she sleeps longer stretches?

Usually pump after feedings. She usually 2-sided nurses lately, so I

only

get about 1/2 oz. I have not tried during a feeding because I'm never

sure

if she will want the second side. Never pumped in the middle of the

night

because I thought rest was pretty important for supply (and my

sanity).

JLM-If she will let you, you could pump the other side during a

nursing and then she will still be able to get milk since it is 'made'

during the feeding. Sometimes as they get older, they want 100% of

your attention while nursing. If she is possessive like that, :-) you

could always try pumping one side, then nurse on the other, and if she

needs topped off she can go back to the side that you pumped.

Prolactin levels are highest at night so many moms take advantage of

this peaceful time to get a few ounces. Even if you pump an hour or so

before she gets up, you should be able to nurse her and help stock up

that freezer.

>Is it possible that she is going through a growth spurt?If

>so, then she would be nursing more often to help increase your

supply.

I think she is.

JLM-Then let her nurse ad lib. The increased demand will eventually

increase your supply. I know it is hard right now but this is the way

the system is supposed to work. :-)

>Is she teething?

I don't think so, though she does drool alot and chews on everything

in

sight so maybe.

>Have you started any solids yet?

No

>Has anything in your routine changed recently? Have you started any

>new medications or hormonal birth control methods? (Depo Provera,

the

>pill, norplant, progesterone IUD?) Have you started menstruating or

>ovulating yet?

No to all of the above

>What methods have you tried to increase your supply? Any herbs?

>Medications?

No herbs of meds yet.

JLM-some of the other moms on this list can help with herb

recommendations but some of the common ones are fenugreek, blessed

thistle, Mothers' Milk tea which contains several herbs. There are

also 2 prescription meds but they are not used very commonly.

>Changing your nursing pattern (i.e. switch nursing)

She used to be one-sided nurser, now generally wants both sides. My

left

side has lower supply and she sometime refuses it altogether, leading

to

less supply I'm sure. My letdown has become musch slower and she gets

extremely frustrated sometimes and will stop nursing altogether.

JLM-here is a situation where pumping before hand might be helpful

too. It can start the flow of milk and tell your body to increase

supply

>Are you drinking plenty of water (~64 ounces a day) and eating to

hunger?

Yes to both. I am a water-aholic. However, I am losing weight for no

apperent reason. I have always been slender, but was upto a decent

weight

when I got pregnant (5'8 " and 132 lbs). I am down 12 lbs below my

prepregnancy weight. I have been avoiding milk products as they

bother

both me and my DD right now and I think this is why I can't keep the

weight

on. I also eat pretty healthy. I am not exercising other than walking.

I

had a stomach virus over the weekend and could not eat for 1.5 days

and

lost 2 additional pounds, so I am sure this is making the problem

worse.

Are processed dairy products as bothersome? Cheese, yogurt? Is it

lactose intolerance in you? Many babies are sensitive to dairy

proteins but outgrow it so if you can tolerate some dairy, and you

want to try it, you might be able to again. There are high fat foods

that should not be a problem, artichokes, avocados, olives. Many meats

are high protein and high fat.

>Are you drinking a lot of caffeine or alcoholic beverages which can

dehydrate you?

No, I drink zero caffeine, gives me a stomach ache. I have a sip of my

DHs wine occassionally.

>

>Whew...that is probably more than 20 questions but it gives us a

couple of good avenues to explore.

I hope we can find something in here to work with.

JLM I Hope some of this helps or at least triggers some new ideas for

you. Have you attended any BF support groups such as LLL? They could

give you ideas on eating calorie dense foods and other ways to

increase supply. Many groups are not as informed on the working/BF

mommy so you may need to check a few to find one that 'clicks'.

Hopefully that is an option for you.

[Guest guest]

>

>JLM- I found that if I set it up to single pump towards the end of a

>session, I could lift and massage all around the outside perimeter of

>the breast and sometimes could get a whole 'nother letdown. Then I

>would switch sides and massage the other side. Some times I could just

>hold both horns with one arm and use the other hand to massage. Some

>moms stop pumping all together, do a stroke and shake method of

>massage and then resume pumping. Lean slightly forward, stroke from

>the outside of the breast towards the center and then lightly shake

>the breast. Visualize the milk flowing down into the 'front' of the

>breast.

>

OK I will definately try this.

>

>JLM-If she will let you, you could pump the other side during a

>nursing and then she will still be able to get milk since it is 'made'

>during the feeding. Sometimes as they get older, they want 100% of

>your attention while nursing. If she is possessive like that, :-) you

>could always try pumping one side, then nurse on the other, and if she

>needs topped off she can go back to the side that you pumped.

>Prolactin levels are highest at night so many moms take advantage of

>this peaceful time to get a few ounces. Even if you pump an hour or so

>before she gets up, you should be able to nurse her and help stock up

>that freezer.

>

I bought extra breastshields, so I should be able to try night pumping

without worrying about having clean shields for work the next day. I have

always worried about pumping and not having enough for her afterwards. I

did not know she could still get milk on demand. That helps alot.

>

>JLM-Then let her nurse ad lib. The increased demand will eventually

>increase your supply. I know it is hard right now but this is the way

>the system is supposed to work. :-)

>

I already do this, and I really don't mind. Since I am away from her so

much, nursing all the time makes me feel more connected to her.

>JLM-here is a situation where pumping before hand might be helpful

>too. It can start the flow of milk and tell your body to increase

>supply

>

I had been thinking about doing this if for no other reason than to get my

milk flowing so that my DD does not get so frustrated by my slow letdown.

Of course I get only a few drops before letdown. Is it normal for letdown

to slow down so much? I used to letdown just looking at her, now it takes a

good 3-5 minutes of nursing to letdown.

>Are processed dairy products as bothersome? Cheese, yogurt? Is it

>lactose intolerance in you? Many babies are sensitive to dairy

>proteins but outgrow it so if you can tolerate some dairy, and you

>want to try it, you might be able to again. There are high fat foods

>that should not be a problem, artichokes, avocados, olives. Many meats

>are high protein and high fat.

I was milk allergic as a kid and am lactose intolerent now. During my

pregnany I found I could tolerate cheese, yogurt and icecream in small

quantities and can still do so most of the time now. I have been

reintroducing these things lately becasue I could not find enough

high-protein snacks without cheese and yogurt. DD seems to be doing fine,

but my tolerence is a little reduced so I have to be careful. I eat meat at

lunch and dinner without fail.

>JLM I Hope some of this helps or at least triggers some new ideas for

>you. Have you attended any BF support groups such as LLL? They could

>give you ideas on eating calorie dense foods and other ways to

>increase supply. Many groups are not as informed on the working/BF

>mommy so you may need to check a few to find one that 'clicks'.

>Hopefully that is an option for you.

>

>

Jenn,

Thanks so much for your great help. You've given me some great places to

start. I looked into LLL here and there was one that catered to working

moms, but their meetings are 30 mins away from my home. I may look into it

again though. The irony in all this, is that I had initial problems with

breastfeeding because my supply was too much and my DD would scream after 5

mins of feeding. After I returned to work my supply seemed to be about

perfect both for pumping and feeding. Now I've swung the other direction.

Go figure.

-Suzanne

[Guest guest]

>

>JLM- I found that if I set it up to single pump towards the end of a

>session, I could lift and massage all around the outside perimeter of

>the breast and sometimes could get a whole 'nother letdown. Then I

>would switch sides and massage the other side. Some times I could just

>hold both horns with one arm and use the other hand to massage. Some

>moms stop pumping all together, do a stroke and shake method of

>massage and then resume pumping. Lean slightly forward, stroke from

>the outside of the breast towards the center and then lightly shake

>the breast. Visualize the milk flowing down into the 'front' of the

>breast.

>

OK I will definately try this.

>

>JLM-If she will let you, you could pump the other side during a

>nursing and then she will still be able to get milk since it is 'made'

>during the feeding. Sometimes as they get older, they want 100% of

>your attention while nursing. If she is possessive like that, :-) you

>could always try pumping one side, then nurse on the other, and if she

>needs topped off she can go back to the side that you pumped.

>Prolactin levels are highest at night so many moms take advantage of

>this peaceful time to get a few ounces. Even if you pump an hour or so

>before she gets up, you should be able to nurse her and help stock up

>that freezer.

>

I bought extra breastshields, so I should be able to try night pumping

without worrying about having clean shields for work the next day. I have

always worried about pumping and not having enough for her afterwards. I

did not know she could still get milk on demand. That helps alot.

>

>JLM-Then let her nurse ad lib. The increased demand will eventually

>increase your supply. I know it is hard right now but this is the way

>the system is supposed to work. :-)

>

I already do this, and I really don't mind. Since I am away from her so

much, nursing all the time makes me feel more connected to her.

>JLM-here is a situation where pumping before hand might be helpful

>too. It can start the flow of milk and tell your body to increase

>supply

>

I had been thinking about doing this if for no other reason than to get my

milk flowing so that my DD does not get so frustrated by my slow letdown.

Of course I get only a few drops before letdown. Is it normal for letdown

to slow down so much? I used to letdown just looking at her, now it takes a

good 3-5 minutes of nursing to letdown.

>Are processed dairy products as bothersome? Cheese, yogurt? Is it

>lactose intolerance in you? Many babies are sensitive to dairy

>proteins but outgrow it so if you can tolerate some dairy, and you

>want to try it, you might be able to again. There are high fat foods

>that should not be a problem, artichokes, avocados, olives. Many meats

>are high protein and high fat.

I was milk allergic as a kid and am lactose intolerent now. During my

pregnany I found I could tolerate cheese, yogurt and icecream in small

quantities and can still do so most of the time now. I have been

reintroducing these things lately becasue I could not find enough

high-protein snacks without cheese and yogurt. DD seems to be doing fine,

but my tolerence is a little reduced so I have to be careful. I eat meat at

lunch and dinner without fail.

>JLM I Hope some of this helps or at least triggers some new ideas for

>you. Have you attended any BF support groups such as LLL? They could

>give you ideas on eating calorie dense foods and other ways to

>increase supply. Many groups are not as informed on the working/BF

>mommy so you may need to check a few to find one that 'clicks'.

>Hopefully that is an option for you.

>

>

Jenn,

Thanks so much for your great help. You've given me some great places to

start. I looked into LLL here and there was one that catered to working

moms, but their meetings are 30 mins away from my home. I may look into it

again though. The irony in all this, is that I had initial problems with

breastfeeding because my supply was too much and my DD would scream after 5

mins of feeding. After I returned to work my supply seemed to be about

perfect both for pumping and feeding. Now I've swung the other direction.

Go figure.

-Suzanne

[Guest guest]

>

>JLM- I found that if I set it up to single pump towards the end of a

>session, I could lift and massage all around the outside perimeter of

>the breast and sometimes could get a whole 'nother letdown. Then I

>would switch sides and massage the other side. Some times I could just

>hold both horns with one arm and use the other hand to massage. Some

>moms stop pumping all together, do a stroke and shake method of

>massage and then resume pumping. Lean slightly forward, stroke from

>the outside of the breast towards the center and then lightly shake

>the breast. Visualize the milk flowing down into the 'front' of the

>breast.

>

OK I will definately try this.

>

>JLM-If she will let you, you could pump the other side during a

>nursing and then she will still be able to get milk since it is 'made'

>during the feeding. Sometimes as they get older, they want 100% of

>your attention while nursing. If she is possessive like that, :-) you

>could always try pumping one side, then nurse on the other, and if she

>needs topped off she can go back to the side that you pumped.

>Prolactin levels are highest at night so many moms take advantage of

>this peaceful time to get a few ounces. Even if you pump an hour or so

>before she gets up, you should be able to nurse her and help stock up

>that freezer.

>

I bought extra breastshields, so I should be able to try night pumping

without worrying about having clean shields for work the next day. I have

always worried about pumping and not having enough for her afterwards. I

did not know she could still get milk on demand. That helps alot.

>

>JLM-Then let her nurse ad lib. The increased demand will eventually

>increase your supply. I know it is hard right now but this is the way

>the system is supposed to work. :-)

>

I already do this, and I really don't mind. Since I am away from her so

much, nursing all the time makes me feel more connected to her.

>JLM-here is a situation where pumping before hand might be helpful

>too. It can start the flow of milk and tell your body to increase

>supply

>

I had been thinking about doing this if for no other reason than to get my

milk flowing so that my DD does not get so frustrated by my slow letdown.

Of course I get only a few drops before letdown. Is it normal for letdown

to slow down so much? I used to letdown just looking at her, now it takes a

good 3-5 minutes of nursing to letdown.

>Are processed dairy products as bothersome? Cheese, yogurt? Is it

>lactose intolerance in you? Many babies are sensitive to dairy

>proteins but outgrow it so if you can tolerate some dairy, and you

>want to try it, you might be able to again. There are high fat foods

>that should not be a problem, artichokes, avocados, olives. Many meats

>are high protein and high fat.

I was milk allergic as a kid and am lactose intolerent now. During my

pregnany I found I could tolerate cheese, yogurt and icecream in small

quantities and can still do so most of the time now. I have been

reintroducing these things lately becasue I could not find enough

high-protein snacks without cheese and yogurt. DD seems to be doing fine,

but my tolerence is a little reduced so I have to be careful. I eat meat at

lunch and dinner without fail.

>JLM I Hope some of this helps or at least triggers some new ideas for

>you. Have you attended any BF support groups such as LLL? They could

>give you ideas on eating calorie dense foods and other ways to

>increase supply. Many groups are not as informed on the working/BF

>mommy so you may need to check a few to find one that 'clicks'.

>Hopefully that is an option for you.

>

>

Jenn,

Thanks so much for your great help. You've given me some great places to

start. I looked into LLL here and there was one that catered to working

moms, but their meetings are 30 mins away from my home. I may look into it

again though. The irony in all this, is that I had initial problems with

breastfeeding because my supply was too much and my DD would scream after 5

mins of feeding. After I returned to work my supply seemed to be about

perfect both for pumping and feeding. Now I've swung the other direction.

Go figure.

-Suzanne

[Guest guest]

Suzanne,

I read all of the previous tips first, so hopefully I won't repeat.

Gwyneth is 4 1/2 months now, so most likely she is going through her 6 month

growth spurt--no this is not too early. Breastmilk is continually produced

and the breast never runs out. We are unlike cows whose udders do empty and

need to time refill before the next milking time. One analogy I have

frequently heard regarding upping milk supply, is that the increase in

today's demand, signals the mother to produce that much more milk for

tomorrow. Growth spurts may take up to five days to resolve--that is the

high demand nursing.

To help you pump at work, take a recent picture of Gwyneth to look at, and

play a tape recording of her crying. The cry will stimulate let down, and

the picture will keep the milk flowing. Add a picture of your husband too

if you want to.

The stress of this situation is probably playing with you too, so here are a

few ways to bolster your B vitamins consumption to ease stress effects--Make

sure to take a multivitamin tablet or your prenatals. Drink a glass of wine

or homebrewed beer *with* your husband. (Some moms have reported this makes

a big difference with pumping the next day.) Take brewer's yeast tablets or

find a way to add brewer's yeast to your food.

Plan to spend all your evenings and this next weekend nursing and pumping

and eating (for you). Cancel all other plans that interfere with rest,

relaxation and bonding. This will help to catch up with any growth spurt

needs for Gwyneth and help you recoup from your stomach virus.

High protein snacks--nuts of all sorts are good for this. Keep a jar of

mixed nuts (or just peanuts) where you can grab a handful or put peanut

butter on celery sticks for a quick snack. Try adding Textured Vegetable

Protein (TVP) to meat dishes for additional protein. This is made of soy

and has no flavor of its own. Make pudding using soft, calcium-fortified

tofu--I'm not sure how to do it, but I have eaten it, and it was very good.

Eat eggs--boiled, fried, poached, scrambled. Add an egg to breakfast for a

simple calorie and protein boost.

Hope this helps some more.

Love,

Amy Lynn

[Guest guest]

Suzanne,

I read all of the previous tips first, so hopefully I won't repeat.

Gwyneth is 4 1/2 months now, so most likely she is going through her 6 month

growth spurt--no this is not too early. Breastmilk is continually produced

and the breast never runs out. We are unlike cows whose udders do empty and

need to time refill before the next milking time. One analogy I have

frequently heard regarding upping milk supply, is that the increase in

today's demand, signals the mother to produce that much more milk for

tomorrow. Growth spurts may take up to five days to resolve--that is the

high demand nursing.

To help you pump at work, take a recent picture of Gwyneth to look at, and

play a tape recording of her crying. The cry will stimulate let down, and

the picture will keep the milk flowing. Add a picture of your husband too

if you want to.

The stress of this situation is probably playing with you too, so here are a

few ways to bolster your B vitamins consumption to ease stress effects--Make

sure to take a multivitamin tablet or your prenatals. Drink a glass of wine

or homebrewed beer *with* your husband. (Some moms have reported this makes

a big difference with pumping the next day.) Take brewer's yeast tablets or

find a way to add brewer's yeast to your food.

Plan to spend all your evenings and this next weekend nursing and pumping

and eating (for you). Cancel all other plans that interfere with rest,

relaxation and bonding. This will help to catch up with any growth spurt

needs for Gwyneth and help you recoup from your stomach virus.

High protein snacks--nuts of all sorts are good for this. Keep a jar of

mixed nuts (or just peanuts) where you can grab a handful or put peanut

butter on celery sticks for a quick snack. Try adding Textured Vegetable

Protein (TVP) to meat dishes for additional protein. This is made of soy

and has no flavor of its own. Make pudding using soft, calcium-fortified

tofu--I'm not sure how to do it, but I have eaten it, and it was very good.

Eat eggs--boiled, fried, poached, scrambled. Add an egg to breakfast for a

simple calorie and protein boost.

Hope this helps some more.

Love,

Amy Lynn

[Guest guest]

Suzanne,

I read all of the previous tips first, so hopefully I won't repeat.

Gwyneth is 4 1/2 months now, so most likely she is going through her 6 month

growth spurt--no this is not too early. Breastmilk is continually produced

and the breast never runs out. We are unlike cows whose udders do empty and

need to time refill before the next milking time. One analogy I have

frequently heard regarding upping milk supply, is that the increase in

today's demand, signals the mother to produce that much more milk for

tomorrow. Growth spurts may take up to five days to resolve--that is the

high demand nursing.

To help you pump at work, take a recent picture of Gwyneth to look at, and

play a tape recording of her crying. The cry will stimulate let down, and

the picture will keep the milk flowing. Add a picture of your husband too

if you want to.

The stress of this situation is probably playing with you too, so here are a

few ways to bolster your B vitamins consumption to ease stress effects--Make

sure to take a multivitamin tablet or your prenatals. Drink a glass of wine

or homebrewed beer *with* your husband. (Some moms have reported this makes

a big difference with pumping the next day.) Take brewer's yeast tablets or

find a way to add brewer's yeast to your food.

Plan to spend all your evenings and this next weekend nursing and pumping

and eating (for you). Cancel all other plans that interfere with rest,

relaxation and bonding. This will help to catch up with any growth spurt

needs for Gwyneth and help you recoup from your stomach virus.

High protein snacks--nuts of all sorts are good for this. Keep a jar of

mixed nuts (or just peanuts) where you can grab a handful or put peanut

butter on celery sticks for a quick snack. Try adding Textured Vegetable

Protein (TVP) to meat dishes for additional protein. This is made of soy

and has no flavor of its own. Make pudding using soft, calcium-fortified

tofu--I'm not sure how to do it, but I have eaten it, and it was very good.

Eat eggs--boiled, fried, poached, scrambled. Add an egg to breakfast for a

simple calorie and protein boost.

Hope this helps some more.

Love,

Amy Lynn

[Guest guest]

Amy Lynn,

Thanks for the tips. I do agree that Gwyneth appears to be going through a

growth spurt. She nurses frequently, but unless she is sleepy she rarely

nurses for very long. She is at that easily destracted stage and I often

have to lie down with her in a dark quiet room to get her to spend much

time at it. I forgot to mention that I believe this all started going badly

when she had an ear infection and did not want to nurse much.

I use a picture of her at work for pumping, but have not tried recording

her crying yet.

I absolutely agree that the pumping problems are contributing hugely to my

stress levels. I'll try a small glass of wine tonight. Sounds like a

special treat to me!

Unfortunately, this weekends plans cannot be canceled. My sister has

non-refundable airline tickets for her and her kids to come see Gwyneth for

the first time. I plan to take Friday off work before they get here, so I

will have an extra day with the baby.

It's funny you mentioned eggs. During my pregnancy I had eggs every

morning, but since she was born I just don't have time to make them in the

morning and still get us both out the door and to daycare and work. Maybe I

can boil some eggs on the weekend and eat those during the week.

Thanks again. This group is so great for helpful tips, just having some

ideas to work with makes me feel better.

Suzanne.

>Gwyneth is 4 1/2 months now, so most likely she is going through her 6 month

>growth spurt--no this is not too early. Breastmilk is continually produced

>and the breast never runs out. We are unlike cows whose udders do empty and

>need to time refill before the next milking time. One analogy I have

>frequently heard regarding upping milk supply, is that the increase in

>today's demand, signals the mother to produce that much more milk for

>tomorrow. Growth spurts may take up to five days to resolve--that is the

>high demand nursing.

>

>To help you pump at work, take a recent picture of Gwyneth to look at, and

>play a tape recording of her crying. The cry will stimulate let down, and

>the picture will keep the milk flowing. Add a picture of your husband too

>if you want to.

>

>The stress of this situation is probably playing with you too, so here are a

>few ways to bolster your B vitamins consumption to ease stress effects--Make

>sure to take a multivitamin tablet or your prenatals. Drink a glass of wine

>or homebrewed beer *with* your husband. (Some moms have reported this makes

>a big difference with pumping the next day.) Take brewer's yeast tablets or

>find a way to add brewer's yeast to your food.

>

>Plan to spend all your evenings and this next weekend nursing and pumping

>and eating (for you). Cancel all other plans that interfere with rest,

>relaxation and bonding. This will help to catch up with any growth spurt

>needs for Gwyneth and help you recoup from your stomach virus.

>

>High protein snacks--nuts of all sorts are good for this. Keep a jar of

>mixed nuts (or just peanuts) where you can grab a handful or put peanut

>butter on celery sticks for a quick snack. Try adding Textured Vegetable

>Protein (TVP) to meat dishes for additional protein. This is made of soy

>and has no flavor of its own. Make pudding using soft, calcium-fortified

>tofu--I'm not sure how to do it, but I have eaten it, and it was very good.

>Eat eggs--boiled, fried, poached, scrambled. Add an egg to breakfast for a

>simple calorie and protein boost.

>

>Hope this helps some more.

>

>Love,

>

>Amy Lynn

>

>

>------------------------------------------------------------------------

>Old school buds here:

>http://click./1/4057/0/_/410002/_/960407598/

>------------------------------------------------------------------------

>

>Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!

>http://www.lactivist.com

[Guest guest]

Amy Lynn,

Thanks for the tips. I do agree that Gwyneth appears to be going through a

growth spurt. She nurses frequently, but unless she is sleepy she rarely

nurses for very long. She is at that easily destracted stage and I often

have to lie down with her in a dark quiet room to get her to spend much

time at it. I forgot to mention that I believe this all started going badly

when she had an ear infection and did not want to nurse much.

I use a picture of her at work for pumping, but have not tried recording

her crying yet.

I absolutely agree that the pumping problems are contributing hugely to my

stress levels. I'll try a small glass of wine tonight. Sounds like a

special treat to me!

Unfortunately, this weekends plans cannot be canceled. My sister has

non-refundable airline tickets for her and her kids to come see Gwyneth for

the first time. I plan to take Friday off work before they get here, so I

will have an extra day with the baby.

It's funny you mentioned eggs. During my pregnancy I had eggs every

morning, but since she was born I just don't have time to make them in the

morning and still get us both out the door and to daycare and work. Maybe I

can boil some eggs on the weekend and eat those during the week.

Thanks again. This group is so great for helpful tips, just having some

ideas to work with makes me feel better.

Suzanne.

>Gwyneth is 4 1/2 months now, so most likely she is going through her 6 month

>growth spurt--no this is not too early. Breastmilk is continually produced

>and the breast never runs out. We are unlike cows whose udders do empty and

>need to time refill before the next milking time. One analogy I have

>frequently heard regarding upping milk supply, is that the increase in

>today's demand, signals the mother to produce that much more milk for

>tomorrow. Growth spurts may take up to five days to resolve--that is the

>high demand nursing.

>

>To help you pump at work, take a recent picture of Gwyneth to look at, and

>play a tape recording of her crying. The cry will stimulate let down, and

>the picture will keep the milk flowing. Add a picture of your husband too

>if you want to.

>

>The stress of this situation is probably playing with you too, so here are a

>few ways to bolster your B vitamins consumption to ease stress effects--Make

>sure to take a multivitamin tablet or your prenatals. Drink a glass of wine

>or homebrewed beer *with* your husband. (Some moms have reported this makes

>a big difference with pumping the next day.) Take brewer's yeast tablets or

>find a way to add brewer's yeast to your food.

>

>Plan to spend all your evenings and this next weekend nursing and pumping

>and eating (for you). Cancel all other plans that interfere with rest,

>relaxation and bonding. This will help to catch up with any growth spurt

>needs for Gwyneth and help you recoup from your stomach virus.

>

>High protein snacks--nuts of all sorts are good for this. Keep a jar of

>mixed nuts (or just peanuts) where you can grab a handful or put peanut

>butter on celery sticks for a quick snack. Try adding Textured Vegetable

>Protein (TVP) to meat dishes for additional protein. This is made of soy

>and has no flavor of its own. Make pudding using soft, calcium-fortified

>tofu--I'm not sure how to do it, but I have eaten it, and it was very good.

>Eat eggs--boiled, fried, poached, scrambled. Add an egg to breakfast for a

>simple calorie and protein boost.

>

>Hope this helps some more.

>

>Love,

>

>Amy Lynn

>

>

>------------------------------------------------------------------------

>Old school buds here:

>http://click./1/4057/0/_/410002/_/960407598/

>------------------------------------------------------------------------

>

>Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!

>http://www.lactivist.com

[Guest guest]

Amy Lynn,

Thanks for the tips. I do agree that Gwyneth appears to be going through a

growth spurt. She nurses frequently, but unless she is sleepy she rarely

nurses for very long. She is at that easily destracted stage and I often

have to lie down with her in a dark quiet room to get her to spend much

time at it. I forgot to mention that I believe this all started going badly

when she had an ear infection and did not want to nurse much.

I use a picture of her at work for pumping, but have not tried recording

her crying yet.

I absolutely agree that the pumping problems are contributing hugely to my

stress levels. I'll try a small glass of wine tonight. Sounds like a

special treat to me!

Unfortunately, this weekends plans cannot be canceled. My sister has

non-refundable airline tickets for her and her kids to come see Gwyneth for

the first time. I plan to take Friday off work before they get here, so I

will have an extra day with the baby.

It's funny you mentioned eggs. During my pregnancy I had eggs every

morning, but since she was born I just don't have time to make them in the

morning and still get us both out the door and to daycare and work. Maybe I

can boil some eggs on the weekend and eat those during the week.

Thanks again. This group is so great for helpful tips, just having some

ideas to work with makes me feel better.

Suzanne.

>Gwyneth is 4 1/2 months now, so most likely she is going through her 6 month

>growth spurt--no this is not too early. Breastmilk is continually produced

>and the breast never runs out. We are unlike cows whose udders do empty and

>need to time refill before the next milking time. One analogy I have

>frequently heard regarding upping milk supply, is that the increase in

>today's demand, signals the mother to produce that much more milk for

>tomorrow. Growth spurts may take up to five days to resolve--that is the

>high demand nursing.

>

>To help you pump at work, take a recent picture of Gwyneth to look at, and

>play a tape recording of her crying. The cry will stimulate let down, and

>the picture will keep the milk flowing. Add a picture of your husband too

>if you want to.

>

>The stress of this situation is probably playing with you too, so here are a

>few ways to bolster your B vitamins consumption to ease stress effects--Make

>sure to take a multivitamin tablet or your prenatals. Drink a glass of wine

>or homebrewed beer *with* your husband. (Some moms have reported this makes

>a big difference with pumping the next day.) Take brewer's yeast tablets or

>find a way to add brewer's yeast to your food.

>

>Plan to spend all your evenings and this next weekend nursing and pumping

>and eating (for you). Cancel all other plans that interfere with rest,

>relaxation and bonding. This will help to catch up with any growth spurt

>needs for Gwyneth and help you recoup from your stomach virus.

>

>High protein snacks--nuts of all sorts are good for this. Keep a jar of

>mixed nuts (or just peanuts) where you can grab a handful or put peanut

>butter on celery sticks for a quick snack. Try adding Textured Vegetable

>Protein (TVP) to meat dishes for additional protein. This is made of soy

>and has no flavor of its own. Make pudding using soft, calcium-fortified

>tofu--I'm not sure how to do it, but I have eaten it, and it was very good.

>Eat eggs--boiled, fried, poached, scrambled. Add an egg to breakfast for a

>simple calorie and protein boost.

>

>Hope this helps some more.

>

>Love,

>

>Amy Lynn

>

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[Guest guest]

Suzanne,

Gwyneth will outgrow the distraction as she learns to look and nurse (w/o

making you feel like the amazing extend-a-breast). In this sense being a

working mom might be an advantage.

The ear infection/nursing layoff probably decreased your supply a little,

then she came back with more demand followed by growth spurt, and so it

feels like it is forever. Try to relax as much as possible. Let us know if

your pumping goes better tomorrow after the wine.

Since you can't take the weekend off, try to lay low and nurse Gwyneth and

eat well on Friday. Hopefully you aren't like me and needing to clean

before the company could enter the door.

Eggs are so easy--boil a bunch ahead and peel as needed for breakfast or at

snack time. They will keep for a week in the frig, a few hours at room

temperature. It might even pay to boil a dozen and then put them back in

the carton and label the carton somehow.

Check in with an update after your big weekend.

Amy Lynn

[Guest guest]

Suzanne,

Gwyneth will outgrow the distraction as she learns to look and nurse (w/o

making you feel like the amazing extend-a-breast). In this sense being a

working mom might be an advantage.

The ear infection/nursing layoff probably decreased your supply a little,

then she came back with more demand followed by growth spurt, and so it

feels like it is forever. Try to relax as much as possible. Let us know if

your pumping goes better tomorrow after the wine.

Since you can't take the weekend off, try to lay low and nurse Gwyneth and

eat well on Friday. Hopefully you aren't like me and needing to clean

before the company could enter the door.

Eggs are so easy--boil a bunch ahead and peel as needed for breakfast or at

snack time. They will keep for a week in the frig, a few hours at room

temperature. It might even pay to boil a dozen and then put them back in

the carton and label the carton somehow.

Check in with an update after your big weekend.

Amy Lynn

[Guest guest]

Suzanne,

Gwyneth will outgrow the distraction as she learns to look and nurse (w/o

making you feel like the amazing extend-a-breast). In this sense being a

working mom might be an advantage.

The ear infection/nursing layoff probably decreased your supply a little,

then she came back with more demand followed by growth spurt, and so it

feels like it is forever. Try to relax as much as possible. Let us know if

your pumping goes better tomorrow after the wine.

Since you can't take the weekend off, try to lay low and nurse Gwyneth and

eat well on Friday. Hopefully you aren't like me and needing to clean

before the company could enter the door.

Eggs are so easy--boil a bunch ahead and peel as needed for breakfast or at

snack time. They will keep for a week in the frig, a few hours at room

temperature. It might even pay to boil a dozen and then put them back in

the carton and label the carton somehow.

Check in with an update after your big weekend.

Amy Lynn

[Guest guest]

At 12:29 PM 6/7/00 -0400, you wrote:

Yes to both. I am a water-aholic. However, I am losing weight for no

apparent reason. I have always been slender, but was up to a decent weight

when I got pregnant (5'8 " and 132 lbs). I am down 12 lbs below my

pre pregnancy weight. I have been avoiding milk products as they bother

both me and my DD right now and I think this is why I can't keep the weight

on. I also eat pretty healthy. I am not exercising other than walking. I

had a stomach virus over the weekend and could not eat for 1.5 days and

lost 2 additional pounds, so I am sure this is making the problem worse.

You might want to consider having your thyroid checked (blood test).

Does anyone in your family have diabetes or hypoglycemia?

Alana Millman ;-)

Apprentice Midwife

" A wise man ought to realize that health is his most valuable possession. "

Hippocrates

[Guest guest]

At 12:29 PM 6/7/00 -0400, you wrote:

Yes to both. I am a water-aholic. However, I am losing weight for no

apparent reason. I have always been slender, but was up to a decent weight

when I got pregnant (5'8 " and 132 lbs). I am down 12 lbs below my

pre pregnancy weight. I have been avoiding milk products as they bother

both me and my DD right now and I think this is why I can't keep the weight

on. I also eat pretty healthy. I am not exercising other than walking. I

had a stomach virus over the weekend and could not eat for 1.5 days and

lost 2 additional pounds, so I am sure this is making the problem worse.

You might want to consider having your thyroid checked (blood test).

Does anyone in your family have diabetes or hypoglycemia?

Alana Millman ;-)

Apprentice Midwife

" A wise man ought to realize that health is his most valuable possession. "

Hippocrates

[Guest guest]

At 12:29 PM 6/7/00 -0400, you wrote:

Yes to both. I am a water-aholic. However, I am losing weight for no

apparent reason. I have always been slender, but was up to a decent weight

when I got pregnant (5'8 " and 132 lbs). I am down 12 lbs below my

pre pregnancy weight. I have been avoiding milk products as they bother

both me and my DD right now and I think this is why I can't keep the weight

on. I also eat pretty healthy. I am not exercising other than walking. I

had a stomach virus over the weekend and could not eat for 1.5 days and

lost 2 additional pounds, so I am sure this is making the problem worse.

You might want to consider having your thyroid checked (blood test).

Does anyone in your family have diabetes or hypoglycemia?

Alana Millman ;-)

Apprentice Midwife

" A wise man ought to realize that health is his most valuable possession. "

Hippocrates