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Bb started sleeping 8-9 hours. i breastfeed every 2 hours during the day. now at night i feel that my breasts are about to explode from pain.wt to do?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Pump breasts: Pump your breasts before bedtime and store the milk in the freezer.On a two hour schedule you need a respite once in a while . You can use the milk at that point or if you travel.

Dr Cordero agreed

Answered 5/29/2013

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A member asked:

Bb started sleeping 8-9 hours. i breastfeed every 2 hours during the day. now at night i feel that my breasts are about to explode from pain.wt to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Cordero agreed

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