When to start pumping postpartum

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I'm 7 days postpartum and my milk has been coming in very slowly. I nurse for about 20 minutes and then pump afterwards for about 10-15 minutes but usually only get less than an ounce (at most). Is this normal? Should I be pumping at a different time? Any advice on drawing out more milk?

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The way you're pumping is how I was told to do it after having my son.

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I was told to feed baby first than pump. At 7 days I think you are doing good. That about what I had. You will get more with some time.

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Is there a reason you're pumping? Pumping before six weeks will risk over production. You're telling your body to make more than your child needs. 
Pumping isn't indicative of supply. You will pump less after the baby feeds because they're obviously eating the majority of what's stored at the time. Pumping 1/2 to 3 ounces total per pumping session is an average amount. 
Personally I'd stop pumping and focus on latching the baby and let them tell your body what you need. They don't have large stomachs at this time. If there's no issue with weight then you're producing enough milk and there's no necessity to pump.

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You have a good system right now! 😊 Are you doing breast compressions/massage when pumping? I feel like that's the biggest tip to get more milk out when pumping. I never found out about that until like a month postpartum! I at least an ounce or two more when massaging

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Not trying to be negative Nancy. But I could NEVER produce enough milk for my kids

When to start pumping postpartum

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