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[quote=Anonymous]Everyone's supply is different, so it's really hard to tell. When you first start pumping, you generally want to do it every 2-3 hours for about 15-30 minutes. So for a 10 hour day, you might pump 3-5 times, which can get pretty time consuming when trying to work at the same time. If you respond well to your pump and have a great supply, this might be easily achieved. You can also make up the difference in some cases by adding a few pumping sessions at home, like in the morning right after the baby nurses, right after you put baby down for bed, and right before you go to bed.

When you first start pumping, try power pumping a few times (IF YOU HAVE THE TIME) to get used to the pump and boost your supply. It's where you pump for 20 minutes. take a 10 minute break, pump for 10 more minutes, take another 10 minute break, and then pump one last time for 10 minutes.

Also, drink a gallon of water a day.

Lastly, formula is awesome. Never be afraid to supplement if you need help catching up. You and your baby will both be happier for it. [/quote]

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