A Typical Work/School Day for the Breastfeeding Mother

A Typical Work/School Day for the Breastfeeding Mother

• Set your alarm clock 20-30 minutes early. Nurse your baby during this time even if you have to awaken him.

• Dress yourself and the baby.

• Eat a well-balanced breakfast including something to drink.

• Nurse again before leaving.

• Plan to pump around mid-morning. Have something to drink and a snack.

• Plan to pump again - or nurse if possible - at mid-day/lunchtime. Eat a well-balanced meal with something to drink.

• Plan to pump around mid-afternoon. Have a snack with something to drink.

• Pick up baby after work/school and nurse as soon as you arrive home.

• Eat a well-balanced dinner with adequate fluid.

• Nurse on demand throughout the evening. This is beneficial to increasing your supply and it helps your baby reconnect with you.

• Work in some moderate exercise as this increases the hormone that is responsible for milk production.

• Have a bedtime snack with something to drink.

• Nurse on demand throughout the night. Bring baby to bed with you to allow for adequate rest.

di petik dari MLO

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