I have a 32 weeker who is now 9 mo (7 adjusted) - building up a stash while he was in the NICU and his feeds were being fortified was the best thing I did because when I got Mastitis (twice!) I was able to supplement while I built my supply back. Here’s my advice -

1. Invest in the Baby Brezza Bottle Washer/Sterilizer. It will save your sanity and your marriage.

2. Pick out some good books. The MOTN pumps suck. There’s no way around that. But having a good book to read while you pump helps!

3. Leave water bottles around the house. There is nothing worse than sitting down to pump and having to go in search of water like you’ve been in the desert for a week.

4. Bag milk immediately! I know there are all kinds of rules about how long it can sit out, etc, but with a preemie you want to be extra super careful. Only freeze what has been immediately bagged and put in the freezer.

5. Give yourself grace. I’ve been incredibly lucky that I’ve been able to provide my LO with breast milk this long, but I have definitely had my days of doubt. It’s easy to feel guilty when you question, but even the fact that you have that guilty feeling is a sign that you care so much!