BFing/pumping while in nursing school

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Specializes in L&D, Postpartum, OB.

Is it possible to pump breastmilk during your clinical rotation? I'm just thinking ahead as to what I could/would do if I was to get pregnant. Thanks in advance!

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Specializes in CNA.
Is it possible to pump breastmilk during your clinical rotation? I'm just thinking ahead as to what I could/would do if I was to get pregnant. Thanks in advance!

Yep. One my classmates was doing this during clinical last year. She pumped during a couple short breaks after reporting off her patient to a classmate. I clearly remember her asking me to keep an eye on her breasts during the day in case she started leaking.

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Specializes in Reproductive & Public Health.

Yes it is absolutely possible, and any good nursing instructor should be very supportive since breastfeeding is so important in maintaining and supporting health.

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Yes definitely...and you'll have to unless you want to leak all over, lol. I know of a few nursing students that are pumping. Just make sure you get a good pump.

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Specializes in Step Down.

Yes! I did it! My instructor let me go a couple times during the day and then I would also time it so I could pump during our lunch break. It worked out really well!

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Specializes in L&D, Postpartum, OB.

I'm glad to see these responses! I was unable to BF my daughter so if and when I do get pregnant I am making it my mission to exclusively breastfeed!

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I pumped with no problems. :) Of all programs, this one should be sympathetic to the cause. Good luck to you!

(Many hospitals have dedicated pumping rooms, check at yours!)

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