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...

1. C section mothers lactate same as naturally delivered ones It's a myth that c section mothers cannot lactate early. Brain gets a signal to stimulate breast milk from the chemical reaction that happens when the placenta is detached from uterus. So, it doesn't really matter how you delivered. Key is to put the baby to breast as soon as possible, preferably during the first hour after delivery and nurse frequently. More the baby is suckles, more milk is produced. It is a demand and supply principle. 2. Anesthesia doesn't affect the breast milk Medications used during the surgery doesn't affect your breast milk. Go-ahead and nurse fearlessly! 3. Say No to unnecessary supplements Until and unless you are sure or confirmed about your low supply from lactation expert, do not fall into the formula trap. Colostrum is an important source of all the good stuff like antibodies and immunogens which is essential for your little one. 4. Nursing position Classic...