1. Get the right pump Electric pumps are convenient in terms of time required to express. Getting the right size of breast shield is important. Also, keep a check on pump parts regularly for any damage. For an occasional user, Manual pump works the best. Make sure you sterilise the pump parts diligently before use. 2. Demand and supply theory Putting the baby to breast often increases the supply. If you are not around the baby then pump often. This is signal the body to more milk as the demand is increasing. Note that NO breast pump can extract milk as well as the baby which has good latch. 3. Have picture of your baby by your side Having a cute picture or your baby's cry recorded when you are expressing milk will also help. Haven't you experienced that letdown or breasts getting engroged when random baby cries are heard or when just a thought of your baby passes through your mind? Crazy but works! 4. Pumping vacation Pumping vacation doesn't mean you have to
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