Blog - Living with Low Milk Supply

August 2, 2017 By Rina 7 Comments

Milk Genie Breast Pump Review from Pumpables

Have you ever heard about Milk Genie breast pump?

“Huh…what brand is that?”

That was my initial reaction when Kathleen from Pumpables approached me to do this review.

After a quick search later, I found out that it is a new brand that is just growing in its popularity.

Yes.. it’s a new breast pump brand…! To be honest, I was skeptical at first how this pump will compete with existing breast pump models. But to my surprise, I’m impressed.

Looking a portable breast pump for pumping on the go? In this Milk Genie breast pump review, you'll see how portable and quiet it is, plus other pros and cons. Include videos!

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Are you curious how this new breast pump performs?

Learn more about Milk Genie in this breast pump review.

July 24, 2017 By Rina 9 Comments

How To Use Spectra S1 Breast Pump | The Beginner’s Guide

Are you looking for more information on how to use Spectra S1 breast pump?

Or perhaps, you already have Spectra, but still unable to use it comfortably.

Don't worry, you are not alone.

I've seen some moms use Spectra using the wrong setting, oops..., and that's partially why they are unable to get milk as they are supposed to get.

So, shall we learn how to use Spectra breast pump now?

In this article, I'll discuss in great details how you should pump with your Spectra to maximize your pumping output.

Learn how to use Spectra S1 /S2 breast pump the correct way. Psst.. so many people use incorrect setting and thus unable to get a lot of milk! Check out this article to learn pumping with Spectra S1. Includes pumping tips and tricks.

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July 11, 2017 By Rina 5 Comments

7 Ways to Increase Milk Supply While Pumping

It is frustrating…

When you realize that your pumping yield is lower than what your baby needs..

You start digging out your freezer stash.. and you can feel it. If you don’t do anything, your stash will be gone very soon.

Are you looking for ways to increase your milk supply while pumping?

Perhaps you are a working mom who regularly pump at work but have been experiencing a drop in your supply.

Or maybe, you are an exclusive pumper who pumps day and night for your baby.

Whoever you are..., I know how it feel...

I’ve been there before.

I was working while pumping for my baby.

Blame the busy work schedule, or my laziness to maintain my pumping schedule, my daily pumping yield dropped to almost half!!

I was terrified. I frantically searched for more info on how to increase my supply back.

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But after a few weeks, I was able to bring back my lost supply, yayy…

Want to know what I did to increase my pumping yield?

In this article, I’d like to share my top tips for increasing milk supply while pumping.

May 16, 2017 By Rina 9 Comments

Breastfeeding & Fasting | 8 Tips to Maintain Milk Supply During Ramadan

Ramadan is around the corner, I've been asked several times about how to maintain milk supply during this special month.

I certainly understand.

Doing breastfeeding and fasting Ramadan at the same time is certainly not easy.

Outside Ramadan, I would drink every single time I remember, or get some healthy snacks whenever I feel hungry, no restriction at all.

But during Ramadan, you have a huge shift in your intake. Instead of eating 3x a day, now you are eating heavy meals only during suhoor and iftar.

You no longer carry your water bottle every day during the day.

Obviously, it is normal to feel worried if you can continue producing enough milk while fasting Ramadan.

I've been there, too =).

So, if you still cannot decide whether to fast or not during Ramadan and how to keep your supply up while fasting, here is my little advice.

Breastfeeding and Fasting Ramadan | Check out 8 tips to maintain your milk supply even though you are fasting in the month of Ramadan

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Warning: this post may contain religious / cultural content.

May 7, 2017 By Rina 2 Comments

How to Stop Supplementing with Formula Feeds

Is it possible...?

Is it possible to stop supplementing with formula and totally switch to pure breast milk?

This is one of the most frequently asked questions I received from our readers.

To be honest, as a mom with mixed feeding history, this question is difficult to answer.

I myself, was not able to wean from formula until my son (first baby) was 18 months old back then (yet, I was soo happy to be able to finally breastfeed him again – no formula needed, even though it was so so late).

But..

That does not mean it is not possible.

I’ve heard a lot of successful stories on how a mom was able to transition to fully breastfeeding from the initial supplementation.

And today, I am so lucky to present one success story here.

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Meet Canny Ong

She is a first-time mom, who once struggled to breastfeed her baby (with 80% supplementation + 20% breast milk).

But with her persistence efforts, she is able to mostly breastfeed her baby (pushing the supplementation down to only 20% by the end of the third month, the rest is pure breast milk).

What an achievement!

I believe you must be super curious, what did she do to boost her milk supply to be finally on par with her baby's demand?

Let's hear her story out.

Breastfeeding Tips: Wondering how to stop supplementing with formula? Find out how a mom transitioned from 80% formula to almost exclusive breastfeeding. Check the full story here.

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