Past webinars

Optimizing milk removal: Understanding pumping curves and suction rhythms with Dr. Danielle Prime

Time to read: 1 min.

Brief Description:

This webinar will explore the foundations of pumping curves and patterns. Different infant suction rhythms and their roles in lactation will be discussed. The session will cover the science of infant sucking and the various elements of a suction curve that contribute to effective milk removal. Additionally, the translation of infant sucking research into breast pump technology will be described, along with an overview of how breast pump suction curves can be best utilized and personalized to optimize milk removal efficiency.

Objectives:

1. Explore the foundations of pumping curves and patterns and describe different infant suction rhythms and their roles in lactation.

2. Discuss the science of infant sucking, the elements of a suction curve that contribute to effective milk removal, and how this research translates into breast pump technology.

3. Provide practical tips for optimizing breast pump use, including mode and vacuum adjustments, to enhance milk removal efficiency and effectiveness.

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Speaker

Dr. Danielle Prime

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Dr. Prime completed her PhD in biochemistry at The University of Western Australia, where she worked with the Human Lactation Research Group under Professor Peter Hartmann. Her research focuses on the physiology of lactation, milk ejection patterns, and the dynamics of milk removal using breast pumps. With numerous peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Prime is dedicated to translating science into practical tools for clinicians and mothers alike.

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