Wash your hands before pumping or breastfeeding
Gather your pump, bottles, flanges, and storage containers
Choose a comfortable, private place
Breastfeed your baby first if possible
Pump after breastfeeding to increase supply or collect extra milk
Pump on a regular schedule if replacing a feeding
Use the correct flange size for comfort and milk flow
Center the nipple in the flange
Start with low suction and increase gradually
Pump until milk flow slows and breasts feel softer
Massage breasts gently while pumping
Switch sides during breastfeeding as needed
Burp the baby after feeding
Store expressed milk in clean containers
Label milk with the date and time
Refrigerate or freeze milk promptly
Warm stored milk safely before feeding
Clean pump parts after each use
Follow your pump manufacturer’s instructions
Feed the baby expressed milk by bottle, cup, or other approved method
Seek help from a lactation consultant if you have pain, low supply, or latch problems