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Once you’ve mastered the art of pumping and hand expression, the next big hurtle is milk storage. There is so much information out there that it’s hard to remember it all. I find myself looking through books and the internet for reminders. I’ve found that I’m not the only one. One of the most commonly [...]
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The Marmet Technique is the most widely used form of hand expression. Developed by Chele Marmet of the Lactation Institute, the technique was designed for long term expressing. This is the most cost effective way to express milk. You only need your hands and a clean container. It’s also just as effective as a breast [...]
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When I first started pumping, my husband described my pumping dilemma with a co-worker. She told him that, like learning how to breastfeed, using a breast pump is an art form that has to be learned separately. And I totally agree. Not everyone has it easy when it comes to milk expression. My focus was [...]
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In this several part series, I’ll explore milk expression from a variety of angles: different types of breast pumps, personal testimony about expressing milk, how to use the Marmet technique, and breast milk storage tips. Editor’s Note: All types of milk expression, including the use of breast pumps, only aid in the let-down reflex and [...]
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