I am only able to pump a half a ounce to 1 ounce of breastmilk every 2 hours. Is this enough to give my 6 week

Answer 1

I dont think so and I am surprised that you don't have more coming out b y now.
It took me a probably a week for the milk to come out but when it did it really poured...so
I don't think this is enough at all!

Answer 2

There are a few things you might try: 1) Using a better quality double breast pump...ask your hospital about renting one (it's cheaper than formula) 2) Pumping more in the early morning hours (after your baby has breastfed!) 3) Breastfeed as often as you can. Babies are usually much more efficient at emptying the breast of milk than a pump. Since your breasts won't make more milk until they sense they are "empty", you need to empty them often. Most babies need about 2 ounces of breastmilk per feeding. Something to keep in mind.

Answer 3

I would try nursing instead of pumping because it will increase your milk supply and if you are having latch issues then I would suggest asking your doctor to setup a appointment with a lactation specialist. Most insurance companies will now pay for this service. My doctor told me that a baby normally eats 1 oz for every month plus one. The true question is if your baby is gaining weight properly and since it is 6 weeks old for your 8 week check-up the doctor will for sure let you know.

Answer 4

I have a 7 wk old and I stopped breastfeeding because I dried up. I asked the doctor what had happened and she said it was because I would pump more than I would nurse. I stopped breastfeeding when I could only pump 1 ounce because my baby was still very hungry. You should nurse more before you stop producing milk.

Answer 5

you know you actually give more milk when their on the breast than you do pumping. i went through a phase were i did that too. i wanted to pump to make sure my baby was getting enough. i did that for like month. it was too hard. if your a stay at home mom i would just breast feed him/her. dont worry either cause your body will produce enough milk for him/her. i have a 19 month old. you'll notice too when your baby goes through growth spurs you have more milk. your body and the baby's body communicate, dont worry. and yes when i did the pumping thing i too was only getting 1/2 to 1 ounce off each side. if your baby breast feed on the breast you'll probably produce like 2-3 ounces on each side.

Answer 6

If you are only pumping less than one ounce, then it sounds to me like you are not having a good "let down". I always had a hard time pumping, so I used to have my baby nurse on one side until I felt a let down, then I would pump away!!

Answer 7

You could also try to just focus on pumping/your baby when you pump. I found even reading magazines or watching TV made it less productive. Make sure you do both at the same time too.

Answer 8

that's not enough for a 6 week old. when i pumped i used to have a picture of my baby to look at or i would think of my baby while i pumped and i got more milk that way. it is very psychological. your brain has to be involved while you pump.

Answer 9

What is the reason that you are pumping instead of nusing your baby? Are you working? If you have access to your baby, you need to nurse the baby. Babies are much more creative in getting the milk from your breasts than a pump is!
Good luck to you!

Answer 10

This is fine as long as your baby doesn't seem hungry. He may want to start nursing more soon because he is about to go through a growth spurt very soon. Talk to your doctor as long as the baby is gaining weight you are fine.