How to produce more
ok so im almost 3 days pp c-section, babygirl is great at latching but i dont think im producing much at all because she stilo hungry… we have been giving her donation breastmilk while in the hospital but im most likely gonna be going home sometime tomorrow. I have been having her latch ok both sides for as long as possible and trying to also pump after breastfeeding but idk it doesn’t seem to be helping me produce more and im just worried im gonna basically starve my baby when we get sent home because i cant produce enough😔
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Will the hospital supply you with donor milk to go home with until your milk fully comes in
I was the same way in hospital so I supplemented formula since they cluster feed. But my milk came in by day 4. Also pump for 10-15mins between feeds to stimulate breasts.
Keep hydrated, eat snacks and well balanced meals , keep hand expressions (massaging boobs) and stay encouraged.
You got this mama!
I’m on baby #2 now but my first baby I barely could keep my supply up and I had to use donor milk.
& congrats on baby girl 🎉💗💪🏾
I couldn’t get donor milk for either baby. I under-produced and pumped and also used formula for my first. I seem to be producing an ok amount, somewhat slowing down rn (2 months pp)
It might take a few days for your supply to come in especially with a csection. IV fluids, pitocin, and pain meds can all hinder milk supply. The best thing to is continue to latch and pump. If you do use donor milk or formula for supplementation, try to use an SNS in the meantime. That way baby doesn't get used to the bottle. Also with colostrum babies are super good getting it out vs a pump. So shes getting something.
Your body is going to need really good whole foods to help heal from your csection, birth, and breastfeeding. So make sure you have support with cooking and or getting good meals.
Lastly, see if you can get lactation at the hospital to measure your nipples and make sure your flange size is correct. They usually will just give you a 24mm and most women sre 15mm-21mm. They can also supply you with a SNS. Also ask if they have any recommendations for outpatient lactation consultants in your area. I would call and get an appointment with them and get in to make sure your supply is up and
Baby is getting enough milk. They can help with supply, latch, pumping, etc. If you have other questions feel free to DM.
You’re only 3 days postpartum, your milk likely hasn’t come in yet. The colostrum you’re producing IS enough for baby. A newborn stomach is teeny tiny. No need to supplement, just latch latch latch!
Colostrum is also thick and stickier so it’s harder to pump, but your baby is getting enough
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