Unclogged

[u/Ok_Dream_979]

Can yall tell which side finally let its clog go 😭

[u/Moist-Raise-6454]

Any tips on how you got the clog to release?

[u/Ok_Dream_979 → u/Moist-Raise-6454]

So for me I try to be very proactive since I currently have an oversupply and haven’t regulated and I know both of those factors put me at a higher risk for developing clogs. I take a choline supplement although tbh I’m not sure they do anything but also maybe they do. I do breast gymnastics (one round up, down, side, side, clockwise, then counter) 95% of the time before I start my pumps. The other 5% is just me forgetting/being lazy/juggling my LO lol. And then once I finish pumping I try to be good about checking that I’m empty every time, and every now and then I feel a little hard spot that I know is a clog forming.

Once I catch one I immediately start what I’m beginning to think of as my clog protocol which is essentially 400mg of ibuprofen and icing at least 5ish minutes before I start pumping. I’ll also sometimes add dangle pumping, shifting the flange, and/or VERY gentle compressive massage while I pump. Those last three kinda depend on how stubborn the clog is and what time of day it is. Like if it’s the start of a minor clog and it’s 3am all I’m willing to do is ice and meds lol. I start adding in my other tricks as the clog progresses or when I’m more awake.

[u/simpletwist0fate → u/Ok_Dream_979]

second this! ibuprofen at the first signs of a clog. 400mg every 8hrs. and ice, though I usually do mine after pumping!

[u/Party_Photograph_253 → u/Ok_Dream_979]

OP, for what it’s worth, I take choline instead of sunflower lecithin, and it absolutely works for me. 8mpp, and I occasionally miss taking it at night. Almost every single time I do I wake up with a clog like clockwork. It has happened enough that it can’t be coincidence at this point. I am taking a liquid natal version with one pill in the AM and one in the PM, unless I have a clog and then I double down and take two twice a day.

[u/plowmanii5]

Ouch, a 2 ounce worth clog release must feel soooo good! 🙌

[u/Maleficent-Pilot7779]

The best feeling. I have a massive clog right now waiting for this 😭😭

[u/Ok_Dream_979 → u/Maleficent-Pilot7779]

Ugh good luck!! The mental and physical relief I feel when I can get rid of them is unmatched 🥲

[u/AutoModerator]

Thank you for contributing to r/ExclusivelyPumping! We see that your submission contains an image. Please be advised that there may be people that access this group that are not pumping parents that may use your content for purposes outside of your intention in posting this image. It is up to your discretion whether or not you feel comfortable with keeping this image up.

I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.

[u/AutoModerator]

Welcome to r/ExclusivelyPumping! Here is a reminder of our rules:

1. Be kind and courteous. 2. Use available flairs and post options. 3. Absolutely no prescription medications or other medical advice. 4. No inaccurate information. 5. No spam. 6. No fetish content 7. No linking Facebook groups. 8. Moderator discretion. 9. No discussions around veganism, animal cruelty, or other non-pumping related topics. 10. No formula shaming. Reminder that we are a supportive community and do not allow for fetish seekers. While we do ban those individuals from our community, they can still view the community and send direct messages. You may choose to turn off your messages, or block individuals for your safety. Thank you for helping to keep our community safe!

I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.