Milk supply
Can you train yourself to make more milk or do you just have a set amount?😆
I only manage to get 2 ounces each session (1 ounce from each side).
Baby is nearly 4 weeks old & I’ve been pumping since day 3 when my milk came in.
I pump very regularly (after every breast feed to top my girl up because she gets so sleepy on the boob & doesn’t get a chance to drink the fatty milk, this was causing weight issues so was advised to do this by the feeding clinic). I’ve never had the chance to build a stash because she obviously drinks it all as soon as it’s pumped. I’d love to be able to produce more, the only advice I’ve seen is to pump & feed regularly & stay hydrated which I already do x
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Make sure you're really hydrated, water and electrolytes, also need to make sure you're eating properly too, oats are good for milk production so even if you're struggling to eat you can snack on hobnobs for example. There are teas and hot chocolates etc that have stuff that encourage milk production too, look for stuff like brewers yeast. Then if that doesnt help, pumping every 2 hours and use heat too
The only proven scientific way of increasing your supply is the removal of milk I’m afraid! Skin to skin with your baby can help too, to boost oxytocin x
I was struggling with my milk supply for ages and didn't start getting enough extra to freeze until about 6 weeks so keep at it I say! I also found I got more milk from pumping on the stimulation setting for 5 mins then taking a 5 mins break and doing another 5 mins and repeat. Have a play around to see which setting produces the most milk if you're using an electric one. Pumping in between feeds as well helped so my breasts had time to refill. Hope that helps 😊
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Can you train yourself to make more milk or do you just have a set amount?😆
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I pump very regularly (after every breast feed to top my girl up because she gets so sleepy on the boob & doesn’t get a chance to drink the fatty milk, this was causing weight issues so was advised to do this by the feeding clinic). I’ve never had the chance to build a stash because she obviously drinks it all as soon as it’s pumped. I’d love to be able to produce more, the only advice I’ve seen is to pump & feed regularly & stay hydrated which I already do x
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