Success Strategies for Pumping Breastmilk and Building a Stash

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Aug 20, 2023

Learn the fundamentals of pumping breast milk and building a stash, including tips for pumping at work, equipment setup and cleaning, guidelines for storing milk, and donating milk. Discover the benefits of consistent pumping to increase milk production and build a stash. Get insights on choosing breast pumps through insurance and the benefits of a daily nutritional supplement. Find out how to plan and approach pumping breast milk at work and prioritize pumping for working mothers.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

The Importance of Pumping Breast Milk

01:50 • 19min

Strategies for Pumping Breastmilk and Building a Stash

20:44 • 3min

Aeroflow Breast Pumps and AG1 Nutrition Supplement

23:58 • 2min

Planning and Approaching Work

26:21 • 21min

Strategies and Considerations for Pumping Breastmilk

47:23 • 3min

Breast milk is liquid gold. It is so valuable and amazing that scientists cannot reproduce it in a lab, and only you can make it. Your body perfectly formulates your milk for your baby, and pumping allows you to provide milk even when you are not there. This episode covers the fundamentals of pumping breastmilk to meet your goals, whether an occasional pumping session or building a serious freezer stash. If you plan to return to work after maternity leave, this episode walks through navigating pumping at work. Plus, everything from cleaning and sterilizing your pump and accessories to safely storing your milk. Thank you to our sponsors Aeroflow Breastpumps aims to improve health outcomes for new and expectant mothers throughout their pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and breastfeeding journey by making it easy to receive the very best medical equipment and supplies through insurance for each unique stage of motherhood. You can shop top-rated breast pumps from brands like Medela, Spectra, and Motif without ever opening your wallet. In fact, many health insurance plans also cover milk storage bags, pregnancy support & postpartum recovery items, breastfeeding prep courses, and more. And they make it easy for you with their quick eligibility form. FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. AG1 is a Foundational Nutrition supplement with a science-driven formulation of 75 high-quality vitamins, probiotics, and whole-food sourced nutrients. It is a simple and easy solution to fill nutrient gaps, promote gut health, support immunity, and boost energy. (As a friendly reminder, pregnant or nursing women should seek professional medical advice before taking this or any other dietary supplement.) Read the full article and resources that accompany this episode. Join Pregnancy Podcast Premium to access the entire back catalog, listen to all episodes ad-free, get a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book, and more. Check out the 40 Weeks podcast to learn how your baby grows each week and what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners. For more evidence-based information, visit the Pregnancy Podcast website.