Learn the proper techniques for breast milk expression with Tracy Mwalumba, doula and pediatric sleep consultant at Oona Wellness Group. She’ll guide you through effective methods to encourage breastmilk production. Discover essential breastfeeding tips and how to collect colostrum, making the process easier for every new mom. Visit us at oonacares.com for lactation, breastfeeding, chestfeeding, infant feeding, and sleep support.
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0:00: Hello, my name is Tracy Malumba, and I’m a doula, an infant feeding and sleeping specialist here at Oona.
0:05: Hand expression is a great way to get milk out of the breast and encourage milk production without the use of a pump.
0:12: Before you get started, you’re going to want to wash your hands and find a quiet and private place where you feel the most comfortable and relaxed.
0:19: An easy way for you to Remember how to hand express is to remember the acronym PCR.
0:26: So, you’re going to want to make a C shape with your thumb and fingers, and then you’re going to place your thumb and finger on your breast, leaving about 2 fingers away from the nipple.
0:36: Then, of course, you’re going to PCR, you’re going to push back, compress and release.
0:42: You may want to also frequently change the positioning of your fingers during your compression session so that you’re completely emptying the whole breast.
0:52: And this will help move the milk forward and out of your breast tissue.
0:56: Hand expression can also be a really helpful tool when breastfeeding.
1:00: You can simply express some of your milk onto your nipple to help entice baby before latching your baby onto your breast.
1:08: In those early lactation days, you may notice that instead of sprays, you’re getting little drops of milk when you’re doing your breast compressions, and that is completely normal.
1:19: You can just go ahead and take a spoon or a cup to collect those little drops for your baby.
1:24: If you’re looking for more infant feeding support, please do not hesitate to reach out to us and book a consultation with one of our lactation consultants.
