Low Milk Supply - Breastfeeding Problems (Page 3)

Breastfeeding Problems

Low Milk Supply

Various factors can cause a low milk supply during breastfeeding, such as diabetes, inverted nipples, stress, latch issues, and medications. Not breastfeeding early enough after birth, or unnecessary supplementation can also contribute to a low milk supply. Below are articles on these subjects and more.

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Cue Feeding Featured

Cluster Feeding and Fussy Evenings - Tips and Tricks

Cluster Feeding (sometimes called ‘bunch feeding’) is what the word suggests. Feeds that are ‘clustered’ together; this occurrence is normal!

Top 10 Foods That Increase Milk Supply

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Top 10 Foods That Increase Milk Supply

This page will discuss the good food choices that can help boost a mother's breast milk supply by including nutritious foods that support the chemistry of lactation.

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Latching Issues

A Weak Suck

Some babies may suck incorrectly or may struggle with a weaker suck than others. A weak suck can lead to nipple pain and a low intake of milk.

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Plugged Duct Featured

5 Incredible Benefits of Breast Massage While Breastfeeding

In a study breast milk was found to have increased levels of solids, lipids, casein, and gross energy when the breasts are massaged. Massage, therefore, increased the quality of milk greatly.

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Tea and Breastfeeding - Which Tea Is Good for Breastfeeding?

Teas to reduce milk, increase milk, teas that breastfeeding mothers should avoid. Here we have a long list of teas that are safe to drink while breastfeeding.

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Induced Lactation

Galactagogues

There are lactation herbs and medications that are used to increase lactation or stimulate milk production in a lactating mother, or in a mother who wants to induce lactation.

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Comfort Feeding Featured

Is Baby Getting Enough Breast Milk?

Since you cannot measure the exact amounts like you can when bottle feeding, it may leave a mother feeling insecure about the amount of milk she is producing.

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Herbs and Breastfeeding - Lactation, Mastitis & Weaning

Most herbs are acceptable for use during breastfeeding, but a mother should be cautious about herbs that contain alkaloids. The nourishing qualities of these plants and herbs are amazing and have been used for centuries by breastfeeding mothers around the world.

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Things to Avoid

Foods to Avoid While Breastfeeding

Your baby’s tolerance to the specific food will change as he/she gets older and as Baby's system matures. ONLY IF your baby has tested positive for a food allergy, it is best to delay giving the problem food to your baby before 12 months.

Latching Issues

Nursing Strike - When Your Baby Refuses to Breastfeed

During a strike, a baby may refuse to breastfeed, even when seemingly hungry, or may latch on only to push away shortly after. While the reasons for a nursing strike can vary, it's crucial to remember that this phase is usually temporary.

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Latching Issues

Baby Biting While Breastfeeding

Teething may result in some fussy nursing behavior. Your Bambino may be feeling some gum discomfort. The baby "teething age" is usually from about 5 months, anywhere to 2 years of age.

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Low Milk Supply

Hyperlactation - What Can You Do to Lower Your Milk Production?

Hyperlactation syndrome can be a challenging experience for breastfeeding mothers, but there are several effective methods to manage it. From using cabbage leaves or Cabo cream to relieve engorgement to employing block feeding techniques, these remedies aim to regulate milk supply.