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Home / Breastfeeding and Breast Pumping in the Summertime

Breastfeeding and Breast Pumping in the Summertime

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The summer brings sunshine and fun for you and your little one(s). Some important tips to keep up your milk supply when the air heats up:

  1. Stay hydrated – drink to thirst, water is best!
  2. Put on sunscreen – yes, apply as needed but avoid the nipple & areola area; zinc oxide and titanium oxide based are better than chemical based sunscreens; try wearing clothing that are SPF so that you can minimize sunscreen application for both of you.
  3. Self-tanning lotion can be used but again apply sparingly and avoid the nipple & areola area. Read labels!
  4. Hair removal – laser, electrolysis & topical hair creams are okay but if using hair creams, be sure to avoid applying to the nipple and areola area. Rinse them off well before breastfeeding or breast pumping.
  5. Pools – yes, you can swim in a chlorinated pool; if you are extra concerned – just wash your nipple and areola before breastfeeding or pumping; same with hot tubs!
  6. If pumping, use an effective but light and compact breast pump while you are out and about in the sunshine – try the new Ameda Mya,https://www.ameda.com/product/mya/

Enjoy the summer!

Written by:
Pamela K. Murphy, PhD, MS, APRN, CNM, IBCLC
Certified nurse-midwife, lactation consultant, OB nurse, educator, healthcare administrator, mother & wife

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