Part of my fear of returning to work had to do with how I was going to be able to keep up with my pumping at work. Prior to going out on my leave I didn't know if we had a private room and I never heard or talked to any mom's at my job that were trying to pump at work. Well, when I got back to work I found out we have a private "Mother Room" that has a quiet space for us to pump and even a refrigerator we can store our milk in. The room is so convenient and I like the fact it is locked and private.
My pumping schedule now consists of pumping at 12:30am, 4:30am, 8:30am, 12:30pm, 4:30pm, and again 8:30pm. Instead of pumping 8 times a day like I used to, I am getting the same if not more milk out of 6 pumping sessions a day. At each session I get around 8 to 9 ounces. So I am averaging around 50+ ounces a day. The girls are only taking 2.5 ounces per feeding and they are down to 6-7 feedings a day. At the end of the day I have close to 8-15 extra ounces that I can freeze. At work I only have to pump 2 times which works out great in my schedule. I hope things continue to go well and I am still taking the Fenugreek to make sure my supply stays up. If I could ever get rid of this Thrush, I would put the girls back on the breast, but for now I have to be an exclusive pumper.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
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Wow, Amy-- that's great!! Sounds like the pumping is going beautifully!
ReplyDeleteAnd how awesome that you have a private room at work to pump and store your milk. That's really great that they provide you with that.
that is fantastic!! keep up the good work!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are doing a great job! Yet another thing I have to look up to you for and aspire to do as well as you!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on everything, Amy. You are doing such an amazing job. I'm glad things are going well back to work and you are enjoying the adult time! The pumping sounds great and the girls seem to be adjusting beautifly. All in all it sounds wonderful! Congrats!!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad they set up a room for you. That is really cool and I'm sure they were under a lot pressure since so many women were having babies LOL! You are doing so good with the pumping! I know I could've done it if I had to but I seriously hate pumping. I would much rather stick him on the boob :-) Love ya!
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