Written by: Jessica Diamond, MPH, RDN Using a breast pump for the first time can be so intimidating. It’s definitely uncharted territory and unlike anything we’ve experienced before. Each body is different, but pumping can get quite uncomfortable, especially if you’re in a situation where you’re pumping regularly. The good news is, there are some […]
Written by: Jessica Diamond, MPH, RDN
Using a breast pump for the first time can be so intimidating. It’s definitely uncharted territory and unlike anything we’ve experienced before. Each body is different, but pumping can get quite uncomfortable, especially if you’re in a situation where you’re pumping regularly. The good news is, there are some really simple things you can do to make the experience much more comfortable. If you’re dealing with that all-too-familiar dread of pumping, we’ve got you! Below are five ways to improve the comfort and ease of the whole experience.
Looking for more information about pumping or nursing? We break down the basics of pumping and bottle feeding in our article, When and How to Start Pumping and Bottle Feeding, be sure to download our Breastfeeding and Pumping freebie here. We know breastfeeding can be a beast to manage, but we see you and are here to help guide you through.