Getting supply back

Baby is 5 weeks and since birth we have struggled with latching so been topping up with formula and the small amount I could pump.still unable to get baby to feed off the breast (will be seeing the the health visitor next week) Iv noticed my milk top ups have been coming out less and less but I’m really waiting to try and give breast milk I have started a pumping schedule yesterday and this is my results for the first day is this an ok amount? Is it an awful amount? Has anyone els managed to increase there supply from 5 weeks?

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I’m in a similar boat. I tried nipple shields and they helped with latch however I found it too much trying baby on boob then pumping and feeding with bottle so just trying to increase supply through expressing. They did suggest skin to skin and I was told it’s not too late yet.

Have you tried power pumping?

Going to give it a try tonight and in the morning when is it best to do? And for how many days?

Morning is best as that’s when supply is highest but honestly whenever you have time! You should see an increase in supply after 2-3 days but NHS recommends doing it for 7 days.

Also well done Mumma for seeking help and support and what you’ve been pumping so far is great! Every drop is like liquid gold for your baby!

thankyou I didn’t know if I was doing ok or not so this comment has boosted my confidence

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