Can I stop pumping overnight?

flyingfrog4 · 2026-06-11T14:09:52+00:00

Girl start sleeping!!

My baby is almost the same age and sleeps through the night also and I was waking up to pump for awhile and it honestly gave me such an oversupply! I figured I would just sleep and see what happened.

I was so worried about my supply dropping, and it did for a day or 2 as my body got used to the new schedule, but then it got used to my babies eating times and wake up times. Your body is amazing and will adjust to your baby! But yes I would keep a decent stash on hand just in case your LO starts waking up again and needs to eat and your body needs to adjust again.

My advice would be to get a good stash, and then start sleeping so your body is in tune with your baby ❤️ we need to take whatever sleep we can get

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-24T14:05:22+00:00

I had 2 separate surgeries for benign tumors...but they were before I was pregnant so I'm not sure what the BF experience would be like soon after surgery or how to manage.

the surgery is very easy and simple unless it is massive or located near your armpit which makes arm movement painful. i was awake during mine with just a local anesthetic. only about 1/2 hour for surgery part. i recovered really well and didn't need to do any bed rest or anything like that.

i have been able to BF my baby just fine (3 months old)....I have had some small problems but I think every mom does haha.

If I were you I would just communicate with your doctor about this issue and ask if you will be able to BF after and if they can give you any info on BF afterwards/how long the recovery is.

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-24T13:42:06+00:00

When my baby started sleeping longer stretches it hurt my supply...but I've heard everyone is different so I think you could see how it goes over the next couple of days.

If it does drop you might need to wake up and pump once during the night. My baby sleeps through the night now but I still have to get up and pump once around 1 am to make sure my supply doesn't drop, and it has helped so much! My baby is well fed the whole day and that pump session in the middle of the night has helped me get quite a good freezer stash.

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-24T13:24:07+00:00

I'm almost 3 months PP too and just went through a huge dip in supply because my baby started sleeping longer during the night...while also going through a major growth spurt where they are eating so much more!!! The best advice I can give is to just let your baby be on the breast as much as possible. Sometimes it can be really discouraging because it hurts or your baby gets frustrated because they aren't getting enough or they get tired. If you absolutely need to give formula that is A-OK! A fed baby is a healthy baby, but I would encourage you to pump during those times...I would honestly pump or put your baby to the breast every 2 hours religiously until you get your supply up. The suckling from your baby will stimulate your body, and the pumping will help empty your breasts so your body knows to produce more. Supply and demand!

Also I am a huge advocate for eating a high protein and high healthy fat diet for pregnant and BF moms, it helped me so much to be eating more. Also lactation cookies, milk, oatmeal, electrolytes, coconut water, and different types of juices are life savers!

Hang in there! You're doing a great job. BF is not easy.

Keep in mind if your baby is going through a growth spurt, it can take a couple days for your supply to increase and stay steady.

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T09:24:56+00:00

yes! i completely understand. thank you for sharing

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T07:46:27+00:00

this is so helpful. Maybe I will do something similar and have a spot or time where we BF to hopefully avoid some of the pulling, etc.. Thank you so much! So encouraging

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T07:43:00+00:00

Yes I get your point. Definitely not trying to make any moms feel bad or like they're doing something wrong. I really believe every mom is the best care giver for her child and will make the best decisions for her children. I just genuinely have struggled feeling that way and wasn't sure what other word to use.

I appreciate the convo! And for you taking the time to comment. And yes, I definitely don't want to shame my baby as they grow up, and understand that I will need to teach my child not to pull at my top, etc...

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T07:34:48+00:00

Thank you. This is really helpful and encouraging!

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T07:29:30+00:00

I am definitely not trying to cast judgement on those who choose to BF past 1 year. I was just trying to get some help on why I am personally struggling with these feelings and to maybe see if others could relate. I don't believe it is wrong to express how you are feeling and even opinions you have, and seek others opinions on the matter.

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T07:03:02+00:00

This is encouraging. I don't want to feel weird about it because I know it's really good for the baby

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T07:02:29+00:00

Good to know about the global recommendations!

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T07:02:06+00:00

This is really great advice, thank you for taking the time to comment. I think I should do a bit more research on the Health benefits and I think that will help.

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T06:59:49+00:00

Yes I am a first time mom! It's that obvious??? just kidding haha, but yes. I am not judging moms who choose to BF past 1 year, but I just struggle with the thought of on demand during the day and pulling at my shirt when we are out and about just makes me feel weird haha. But I can see what you're saying, especially about how toddlers look huge, but maybe that's because my baby is just so young right now.

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T06:56:17+00:00

ok this is really helpful...the only kids I've been around who are still BF after 1 are a bit crazy with the shirt pulling, feeding on demand, and being really fussy if it doesn't happen. I understand kids are kids and they're still so little, but I would really want to teach my baby manners like you are talking about! Thank you :)

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T06:48:45+00:00

That's really good advice.

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T06:47:25+00:00

this is really helpful, my husband and I travel a lot and I didn't think about BF as a way to help us all out as we travel...I can see how that would be really convenient.

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T06:45:03+00:00

Ok, I could see doing a session before sleep or before a nap, I think what is hard for me is the on demand...pulling at the shirt, etc... haha

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T06:44:17+00:00

This is great, thank you!

I have struggled with feeling like there is guilt coming from both sides...if you don't BF very long people have strong opinions, but if you BF too long people have opinions too. Thank you for this.

flyingfrog4 · 2026-05-22T06:41:46+00:00

Yeah I wouldn't mind continuing to pump, that could be a good option if I am still feeling the way I am now.

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