Why am I having trouble pumping?

Question

My son is 8 months old and I have breastfed the entire time except of course when I am at work and have to pump. I have had a lot of success with pumping up until a couple of weeks ago. I went from pumping approx 6 oz at a time to barely getting 2 oz. He is not having any trouble with eating it is only when I pump. I use the Avent Isis manual pump and thought maybe I needed to replace some of the parts so I bought a whole new pump and still no change. Any thoughts as to what has happened and what I can do would be greatly appreciated.

Answer 1

I have been told that pumping either with a breast pump or even by hand is a lot easier during a hot shower then trying to do it without the hot water. I do not have my little boy yet, but i have been given that advice, hope it helps.

Answer 2

Are you pumping/feeding at the same intervals (i.e. every 3 hours)?  Stay on a regular schedule if you can (more pumping or feeding = more milk production).  

Answer 3

It happens with pumping. I don't know exactly why but I would contact your la leche league and have them help you with it. They are AWESOME!  

Answer 4

Are you more stressed than usual lately? Sometimes that interferes with the 'let down' reflex. You can try taking Fenugreek  3 times a day with your meals(obtained from a vitamin or organics store). You can also try Mother's Milk tea as well. Good luck!