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Breastfeeding A Baby

How often should I pump milk for my baby in the hospital?

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We recommend 15 to 20 minutes of pumping seven times in the daytime plus one more in the middle of the night. Here is a pumping schedule sample:

  • 3:00 a.m. 
  • 8:00 a.m.
  • 10:00 a.m.
  • 12:00 noon
  • 3:00 p.m. 
  • 5:00 p.m. 
  • 7:00 p.m. 
  • 10:00 p.m.

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