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		<title>Prab at 02:40, 28 October 2024</title>
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		<title>Prab: CSV import</title>
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;New page&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;div&gt;[[file:Principles_and_practice_of_infant_feeding_(1919)_(14596391080).jpg|thumb|Principles and practice of infant feeding (1919) (14596391080)]] &amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039;Hand expression of breast milk&amp;#039;&amp;#039;&amp;#039; is a technique used by lactating women to manually extract milk from their breasts. This method can be an effective alternative to using a [[breast pump]] and is often recommended for mothers who need to relieve engorgement, collect milk for later use, or stimulate milk production.&lt;br /&gt;
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== Technique ==&lt;br /&gt;
Hand expression involves using the hands to massage and compress the breast to encourage the flow of milk. The process typically includes the following steps:&lt;br /&gt;
# Wash hands thoroughly.&lt;br /&gt;
# Find a comfortable and quiet place to sit.&lt;br /&gt;
# Gently massage the breast in a circular motion to stimulate the milk ducts.&lt;br /&gt;
# Position the thumb and fingers around the areola, forming a &amp;quot;C&amp;quot; shape.&lt;br /&gt;
# Press the thumb and fingers together and towards the chest wall, then compress and release in a rhythmic motion.&lt;br /&gt;
# Collect the milk in a clean container.&lt;br /&gt;
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== Benefits ==&lt;br /&gt;
Hand expression offers several benefits:&lt;br /&gt;
* It can be done anywhere without the need for equipment.&lt;br /&gt;
* It helps mothers become more familiar with their breasts and milk production.&lt;br /&gt;
* It can be more comfortable and less time-consuming than using a breast pump.&lt;br /&gt;
* It is useful in situations where a breast pump is not available or practical.&lt;br /&gt;
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== When to Use ==&lt;br /&gt;
Hand expression can be particularly useful in the following situations:&lt;br /&gt;
* To relieve [[breast engorgement]].&lt;br /&gt;
* To collect colostrum in the early days after birth.&lt;br /&gt;
* To maintain milk supply when away from the baby.&lt;br /&gt;
* To help clear blocked milk ducts.&lt;br /&gt;
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== Related Pages ==&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Breastfeeding]]&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Lactation]]&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Breast pump]]&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Breast engorgement]]&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Colostrum]]&lt;br /&gt;
* [[Blocked milk duct]]&lt;br /&gt;
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== Categories ==&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Breastfeeding]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Lactation]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Parenting]]&lt;br /&gt;
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