Are you exclusively Pumping?
I’m Leah, and over the span of 18 months, I spent 1900 hours pumping for my twins, averaging 3.5 hours a day of just pumping. I pumped somewhere in the neighborhood of 37,500 ounces – that’s nearly 300 us gallons (1100 liters). Oh and by the way, saving myself nearly $20,000 in specialty formula costs.
Exclusively Pumping breastmilk is usually presented as an inferior choice (or an afterthought) to breastfeeding.
This Sucks – Pump Like a Pro, shares the absolute best of what I learned while I was Exclusively Pumping. I’m here to support whatever feeding journey you are on, regardless of the form it takes – breast, bottle, tube, or cup. I’m here as a cheerleader, whether you gave birth to the child you are feeding or not; whether are feeding children inside or outside of your family.
Above all else, I am here to make an inclusive space for ALL people who Exclusively Pump.
Inside, you will find;
- a discussion of the many forms of Exclusively Pumping
- Exclusively Pumping Basics
- Exclusively Pumping Gear
- Practical Tips for Exclusively Pumping
- Weaning and Life After Pumping
You will also find
- checklists
- safety guidelines
- infographics
- and breast milk labels
People end up relying on their own trial and error or the limited information they can crowdsource. This makes a person more likely to quit, be in pain, or be emotionally and physically overwhelmed by pumping. I want that to stop.
Credit for my photo on the book goes to the amazingly talented Monica Navarro Leonard at I love Parentheses.