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1. Start by washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
2. Choose a clean container to collect your breast milk in. This can be a sterilized bottle or breast milk storage bag.
3. Make sure the breast pump and all its parts are clean and properly assembled.
4. Find a quiet and comfortable place where you can relax and pump.
5. Begin by stimulating your breasts with a gentle massage or warm compress to encourage let-down.
6. Position the breast pump over your breast, ensuring a proper fit. Turn it on to start the pumping process.
7. Use a combination of different pumping techniques, including massage, compression, or varying suction levels, to maximize milk flow.
8. Continue pumping until your breasts feel empty or for about 15-20 minutes on each side.
9. Once finished, pour the pumped breast milk into a storage container, ensuring it is properly labeled with the date and time.
10. Store the container in the refrigerator or freezer based on your intended use.

Who needs breast milk - pumping:

1. Mothers who are unable to directly breastfeed their babies may need to pump breast milk to provide them with essential nutrition.
2. Working mothers who are away from their babies for extended periods may need to pump breast milk to maintain their milk supply and provide breast milk for their infants.
3. Mothers with low milk supply may need to pump breast milk to increase their supply and ensure their babies are adequately nourished.
4. Mothers who are experiencing engorgement or have an overabundant milk supply may need to pump breast milk to relieve discomfort and prevent complications.
5. Mothers who are weaning their babies off breastfeeding may need to gradually decrease their milk supply by pumping and gradually reducing pumping sessions.

Remember, it is always recommended to consult with a lactation consultant or healthcare provider for personalized advice and guidance on breast milk pumping and feeding.

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What is breast milk - pumping?

Breast milk pumping is the process of extracting breast milk from a lactating person using a breast pump.

Who is required to file breast milk - pumping?

Any individual who is pumping breast milk and wishes to keep track of their milk production may choose to file breast milk pumping records.

How to fill out breast milk - pumping?

To fill out breast milk pumping records, one can use a breast milk pumping log or a digital app to track the date, time, amount pumped, and any notes or special circumstances related to the pumping session.

What is the purpose of breast milk - pumping?

The purpose of breast milk pumping is to maintain milk supply, provide breast milk for feeding when the lactating person is away from their baby, or to donate excess breast milk to milk banks or other families in need.

What information must be reported on breast milk - pumping?

Information that should be reported on breast milk pumping records includes the date of pumping, time of pumping, amount pumped, any notes or special circumstances, and any medications or supplements taken by the lactating person.

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