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I'm sorry you're having pumping issues. Hugs. WOH & pumping is rough. I don't have any advice other than they very trite sounding relax and go easy on yourself. Sounds like you haven't tried the new pump at work yet, right? I think you might be more successful trying it at work than at home with LO.

Sorry to hear about this! Have you tried massaging while pumping? It often helps me get a lot more milk. Also check that all the parts are assembled snugly and that if your pump has the little plastic discs, that they are not worn out. I hope it gets better.

What kind of pump did you have? Sometimes replacing the part or boiling them is all you need. How old is LO? Any changes in your stress levels? Did your period recently come back? Drops in output can be normal for a few days. Try not to stress (I know it's hard but it won't help!) and see if it bounces back I'm a few days. Good luck! I know how tough pumping and working is. You're doing a great job!!

First, get new membranes. Second, try massaging and work out any lumps that might be developing it, even if they don't hurt. Pump a little longer and add in an extra session until things are back to normal. I bet it'll come back! Sorry

I think everyone above has given you great advice. Just wanted to cheer you on. Also consider bringing in something that smells like LO to sniff while pumping. I know this may also sound silly, but I took a video of my LO while nursing and would sometimes play it while pumping

Are you using all new pump parts too with the new pump? If not, really inspect your parts, tubing, and replace the membranes

If that doesn't solve it, you can try power pumping. I had to do this because I did one crazy 12 hour shift at the hospital where I only pumped once the whole shift and my supply tanked.

Different sources say different things for power pumping, but the lactation consultant at my hospital (IBCLC) said pump for 5 minutes, off for 1 minute, repeat for one hour. It increases your prolactin levels. Ideally you power pump twice a day for a week, but I only did once a day (at night after DS went to bed) and it got my supply back up. It's worth a shot anyway!

Yes on checking the membranes! I have a 4 year old PISA and it still works great

@lizzywiz: yes, more like squeezing the bejeezus out of them! For me it was more about pressing hard on the spots that weren't emptying...

@dcw6411: oh I'm sorry you're going through this. That is so stressful. I went back to work and pumped 3x a day at 7m PP. I found my supply drastically decreased. LO seemed to be getting enough when we were together but I was constantly stressing about not being able to pump enough bottles for the next day. What I found to help was to make sure I kept pumping after the milk stopped flowing and usually after 5 minutes I'd get another letdown. I also looked at videos or pictures of my LO when pumping. Of course, like everyone has mentioned, get some new membranes! I hope you can continue to pump and get the output you need.

So sorry - I know how stressful that is! Here's what I would do.

#1 replace the membranes
#2 squeeze while pumping
#3 relax
#4 get some More Milk Plus (SO much better than just fenugreek)

Good luck!!

Sorry you're dealing with this! Def make sure you're using new parts with the new pump, or at least new membranes if possible.

Have you been sick? I saw steep drops in my output when I was sick but was able to pretty much bounce back after a few days.

Oh, and could you add a pump session, at least while you're figuring this out? I had good luck with a session before bed through my months of pumping. It was a pain but I wouldn't have made it the year without it.

Good luck, I hope things turn around tomorrow!

Agree with massage/breast compression while pumping. If possible put a warm pack on before pumping. Take deep breaths/relax and listen to relaxing music. Like others said: look at pictures or videos of your baby.

Make sure you are not eating any mint or sage! They are not good for milk production!!

@dcw6411: Oh my goodness. I'm so glad you and your babies are ok. Way to look at the positives -- please keep us posted.

@dcw6411: I am so sorry to hear about your accident. How terrifying, especially with your kids in the car. I was rear ended on the freeway a few years ago and remember how awful it was. Day 2 was the worst in terms of soreness. Hopefully you can get a painkiller or muscle relaxer if you need it....I don't remember if any are nursing safe, except I think Oxycodone is ok (pretty sure that's what they gave me in the hospital). Hope you feel better soon. I admire your positive outlook. It is so true that life is fragile and the outcome could have been tragic. Thank God you and your babies are okay...that's all that matters!!!

oh my goodness! hope you are all ok!!!

as far as increasing supply, i have had great success with supplements! first try more milk plus. if that doesn't work add fenugreek and mother's milk tea. it made a HUGE difference for me!

@dcw6411: So happy to hear this. Obviously wish it weren't under these circumstances. How are you feeling?

@dcw6411: Phew. Really so glad you and LO are ok.

I'm glad there was a silver lining.