Many breastfeeding moms
worry about their milk supply at this point, but your body is a wonderful thing and will naturally and magically adjust to suit your baby!
If you're breastfeeding and concerned
about your milk supply going down, take a look at these eleven issues that can cause a decrease in your breast milk supply.
I've had a
post about milk supply before and you might have noticed that I did not mention any breastfeeding supplements.
Once I was able to accept myself and what my body was capable of, I found I cared less about what the world at large had to
say about my milk supply or the endless advice I received from coworkers or friends who felt they understood the explanation for my milk supply problem.
If you're worried
about your milk supply dwindling over time, the best way to encourage it to remain steady is to just keep breastfeeding as normally as possible or pumping when you won't be nursing.
Trying to judge your milk supply is not one of those good reasons, and for most people it's a recipe to undermine your confidence (and potentially your milk supply, if you start stressing out or supplementing in response to unfounded
fears about your milk supply).
Between being an exclusive pumper, writing this website, and taking a survey of other exclusive pumpers, I've learned a lot of
things about milk supply — both big and small — and this book is my way of sharing that with you.
Learn about your milk supply, what makes breast milk so good for your baby, and how to store breast milk.Also be sure to check out our section on Breast Pumping.
When I went in for a follow - up consultation to talk to
Ana about the milk supply issue for an appointment without my son, I was blown away by her sincere and genuine care for my whole person.
We rounded up some of the best nursing apps for new moms; whether you have burning
questions about milk supply or need to find a spot to nurse alfresco, take a look.
If it continues for more than a couple of days or if your baby appears fractious or if you have concerns
about your milk supply then seek advice from your health professional.
I'm
talking about your milk supply, your modesty, your baby's knack for nursing (or taking a bottle), your willingness to pump, other people's support or criticism and on and on.
Remember to call a La Leche League Leader or an IBCLC if you are still
concerned about your milk supply, as early intervention is a key component of successful breastfeeding.
Concern
about milk supply is the top reason women stop breastfeeding.
If you are worried
about your milk supply and whether your baby is getting enough milk, see an LLL Leader or IBCLC for a full assessment.
Concern
about milk supply is the most common reason women stop breastfeeding or begin to give formula.
There were many times during these past 16 months that I freaked out
about my milk supply.
Often when breastfeeding mamas are traveling away from their babies or if they're with baby but plan to bottle - feed out of convenience, they worry
about their milk supply.
You worry
about your milk supply, when to pump, where to pump, or, if the baby is with you, finding a comfortable place to feed the baby.
If you have questions
about milk supply, pain while breastfeeding, medication, pumping, returning to work while breastfeeding, donating milk, nursing multiples, breastfeeding your NICU baby, this website has a huge collection of resources that helps moms avoid the «booby traps» of breastfeeding.