Pumping shouldn’t feel like guesswork.
 
Created by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), this practical, phone-friendly guide helps you understand your pump, improve comfort, protect milk production, and get more effective milk removal—without spending hours sorting through conflicting advice online.

Inside, you’ll learn:
-How to choose the right type of breast pump
-Why flange fit matters and how to recognize a poor fit
-How to use pump settings effectively
-Ways to encourage letdown and improve milk removal
-What pumping output can—and cannot—tell you about milk supply
-How often and how long to pump for different goals
-How wearable pumps may affect output
-Pump-part cleaning and replacement basics
-Current breast milk storage guidelines
-When it’s time to seek individualized lactation support
 
Designed for quick reference on your phone, the Pumping 101 Mobile Pocket Guide gives you clear, realistic guidance you can return to throughout your pumping journey.
 
This guide provides general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical or lactation care. Results vary, and no guide or pumping strategy can guarantee an increase in milk production.