Ways to Increase Your Prolactin Levels
- Jul 23, 2013
Although it may seem more manageable to pump one breast at a time, double pumping tends to yield more milk since a mother's Prolactin levels are highest when both breasts are stimulated. Another way to boost your Prolactic level? Nurse your baby on one side while you pump the other breast. This tip is especially helpful for moms whose babies feed from one breast per feeding. The breastmilk accumulated from the pumped side can be saved to build an emergency stash in your freezer.
Sharen Medrano, Yummy Mummy Support Group IBCLC (www.nycbreastfeeding.com)