Hi, Cheryl, Most mothers find that the secret of expressing a good amount is in the letdown. The pump will get as much milk out as the baby would. It can be tough to get a good letdown when you are stressed and have other children running around. 50 mls at a time sounds pretty good to me, actually.. However much milk you are giving her is great. You've done a great job.
Would you consider putting her back to the breast ina few days or weeks? I know it's excruciating when they bite, but mostly they "get the idea" that biting is not appreciated, and give it up. Even much older children, with a full set of teeth, learn not to bite. It may seem all too much now, but in a week things may look different. Breastpump technology has moved on, too. Medela have a new breastpump, the symphony, which you can hire through the Australian Breastfeeding Association in many areas. They claim that it can stimulate a letdown much more quickly and yield a higher volume of milk. I'm about to try one myself as I wish to build up my supply. I have no personal experience yet. For more information you can go to http://www.abavic.asn.au/serv02.htm#Medela%20Symphony Hope that helps Love, Barb Australian Breastfeeding Association -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
