How long should I breast pump each breast? This question often emerges from the minds of new mothers grappling with the nuances of breastfeeding. With the myriad of recommendations available, it can be quite perplexing to discern the optimal duration for pumping. Should I adhere to a rigid timeframe, or is it more beneficial to listen to my body’s signals? What if one breast yields more than the other—does that necessitate an extension of pumping time for the lesser side? Furthermore, how does the age of my baby play into the equation, and should those early weeks of sporadic feeding influence my pumping routine? Am I potentially missing out on vital cues that indicate when to stop? And what about the impact of differing breast sizes or milk supply on the duration? As I navigate through this labyrinth of information, I can only wonder: what truly constitutes the ideal pumping session for each breast?