Bf trouble

My baby is 7 weeks. I was able to make stock pile in the freezer before I went back to work. This is my first week back and my milk is slowing down. I really don't want to use formula if I don't have to. I am pumping every 3 hours during the day. I feed her directly before I go to work and over night. How do I produce more milk? At first, I was getting 2oz combined and now I'm barely getting 1. Help please. I feel so discouraged. I only have a few more days of the freezer stash and she eats about 4oz now. Thank you in advance.

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There's lactose things at Walmart to help with production. They are in the baby food area

I am only 10 weeks postpartum but here is what helped me so far: (1) Using the right flange size, especially if you are in between sizes. Using the wrong size and/or not centering the nipple in the flange can significantly reduce supply. (2) Not skipping middle of the night pumping sessions, even if the baby is sleeping. It’s hard early on but once supply is regulated then you can adjust according to your and baby’s schedule. (3) Pumping soon after a feed will always lead to lower output unless the baby has had very little. It generally takes 60-90 minutes for milk production. (4) Using a combination of hot compress and gentle massage to help facilitate downs. (5) If you are able to, then meeting with a lactation consultant could help. Insurance generally covers 3 visits. (6) Check out the Nikki the Baby Whisperer’s Instagram/facebook/tiktok page- I found her content extremely helpful. (7) Most important- stay hydrated. Drink a lot of water even if you are not thirsty

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