{"id":341,"date":"2022-07-02T11:50:09","date_gmt":"2022-07-02T11:50:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mummysspace.com\/?p=341"},"modified":"2022-07-08T12:48:40","modified_gmt":"2022-07-08T12:48:40","slug":"exclusive-pumping-schedule","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mummysspace.com\/exclusive-pumping-schedule\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Create an Exclusive Pumping Schedule"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
You have decided to exclusively pump but that\u2019s all you\u2019ve done, you don\u2019t have the slightest clue on where to begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not to worry! I have survived months of exclusive pumping; and now, I know all the ins and outs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just sit tight and go with me as I explain how to plan an exclusive pumping schedule!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you don\u2019t already know, exclusive pumping involves a mother expressing her breast milk with a pump and not directly nursing \u2013 that means the baby only feeds from a bottle or another container.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The reason you decide to go exclusive pumping doesn\u2019t hold water. Whatever made you choose is valid \u2013 no questions asked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I\u2019ll just highlight a few of the reasons you may decide to exclusively pump for reference purposes.(1)<\/sup><\/a>(2)<\/sup><\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n Or maybe, you just want to exclusively pump! It\u2019s okay to feed your baby with exclusive pumping. Approximately 6% of mums in America exclusively pump breast milk for their babies!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Life is already chaotic enough with a new addition, let\u2019s not add more stress with randomized pumping times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I suggest you organize an exclusive pumping schedule for convenience. It certainly takes a lot to go through with your exclusive pumping decision but it is<\/em> worthwhile in the end. How?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Honestly, there are a lot of factors to consider when arranging a pumping schedule. The schedule that worked for me won\u2019t necessarily work for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You have to pay attention to your body and take your baby into account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s take a look at some of these factors to consider when creating your pumping schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can expect your baby to consume 20 \u2013 25 ounces of breastmilk daily in the first few months.(3)<\/sup><\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n After a few pumping sessions, observe how much food your baby eats and try to match that with your pumping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Imagine scheduling a pumping session for noon when you\u2019re at an important board meeting at that time. You likely won’t be able to go through with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The key here is that you have to create time. We\u2019re talking about your baby. It may not be easy at first but you have to build your daily schedule around your pumping schedule and not the other way round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The only way to determine this is to consider the factors in the previous section and check with your lactation experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You have to pay keen attention to detail when arranging your exclusive pumping schedule. As I previously stated, there is no set standard as to what pumping schedule is the right one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every mom\u2019s body differs just as every baby’s needs do. So, just create a schedule, stick to it for a while, and observe how well it serves both of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If it doesn\u2019t do well, you can always try out a new exclusive pumping schedule. In no time, you would find the right pumping schedule for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n New moms are always so busy; from cleaning to taking care of the baby to work. It can get overwhelming so you may not have enough time to formulate a pumping schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Well, that\u2019s not a problem. I have a schedule I created and followed all through my exclusive pumping journey and it worked wonders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read on as I give you sample schedules based on your baby\u2019s age, number, or average milk supply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking from experience, this is the time that requires the most effort in your exclusive pumping journey. This is when your baby consumes food at a frequent rate of around 2 \u2013 3 hours each day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trust me when I say you got to do a lot of pumping. Depending on the exact amount of breast milk your little one consumes, lactation experts recommend pumping 8 \u2013 12 times daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Below is a 9-time pumping schedule that I ran during my baby’s first months:<\/p>\n\n\n\nBenefits Of Exclusive Pumping Schedules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How To Create A Pumping Schedule That Works For You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Pumping Schedule Is Best For You?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sample Pumping Schedules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1.Sample Pumping Schedule That Works With Newborn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n