Breastfeeding pinakalisod nga task sa inahan labi na new mothers. I failed aning breastfeeding kay wala mi cooperate akong body ani lisod ang daghan demand walay supply sa lawas. Swerte ang daghan gatas kay makabreastfeed ug dugay ang pareha nako gihikawan sa lawas ug gatas way mahimo.
Increasing Your Milk Supply
Sometimes mothers find that their supply of breastmilk cannot meet the needs of their growing baby. I have compiled the following suggestions to assist mothers with increasing their milk supply. Experiment with a couple of different ideas and see which ones work best for you.
1. More Milk Plus is an herbal combination which helps increase milk supply. More Milk Plus contains four herbs: fenugreek seed, blessed thistle leaf, nettle leaf and fennel seed. These herbs work synergistically (together) to increase a mother's milk production. The combination is much more effective than taking fenugreek seed alone. More Milk Plus comes in a liquid form that is readily absorbed by the mother's body, enabling it to be effective in 24 to 48 hours. More Milk Plus increases blood flow to the breast and aids smooth muscle contraction to assist with milk release. More Milk Plus is an excellent choice for someone who had a full milk supply in the beginning and has recently noticed a decrease in milk production. In order for More Milk Plus to be *most* effective, it is important to remove milk from the breast (either by nursing or pumping) a minimum of 7 times in 24 hours.
2. Many new mothers find More Milk Special Blend to be especially helpful in the early weeks of breastfeeding, or when milk production has been low from the very beginning. More Milk Special Blend contains an additional herb called Goat's Rue which stimulates development of mammary tissue and increases milk production in breastfeeding mothers. More Milk Special Blend now comes in convenient capsule form, making it easy to take anywhere you happen to go.
3. Taking Herbal Trace Mineral Capsules in addition to More Milk Plus or More Milk Special Blend helps to nourish the nursing mother and support the effort to quickly increase milk supply. It contains Kelp, Dandelion Root and Alfalfa to help support the special nutritional needs of pregnancy and lactation. Kelp contains an abundant amount of trace minerals (including iodine) that help support the thyroid gland and normal structure and function of the breast. Dandelion Root supports all glands that are associated with digestive function. (Many herbs and foods that increase milk production also assist with digestion.) And Alfalfa has been used for hundreds of years to support milk production in lactating women. Herbal Trace Minerals combines all three foods to support and nourish the pregnant and lactating woman. Herbal Trace Minerals is especially helpful in building the milk supply when used along with More Milk Plus or More Milk Special Blend.
4. If you are using a breast pump, it is important to be fitted for proper size breast shields (also called flanges). When shield size is too small, moms report soreness at the base of the nipple and they don't feel like the breast is getting completely drained. Milk volume problems can be related to lack of good drainage. Medela offers larger shields for those women who need them. In my experience as a lactation consultant, I find that roughly 50% of women need the larger shields for their pumping comfort and efficiency. If you have questions about breast shield size when pumping, please read the article I have written on Proper Fitting of Breast Shields.
5. Milk production can also be increased by adding Nature's Sunshine Kelp to your diet.Taking Kelp in addition to More Milk Plus or More Milk Special Blend helps to support the process of lactation. The iodine found in kelp supports the normal structure and function of the breast (especially during lactation). Kelp is a rich source of iodine and many other trace elements. It is frequently used to aid thyroid function (which in turn helps regulate milk production). Pregnant and lactating women double the need for iodine as they pass along iodine through the placenta and breastmilk to the developing baby. The iodine in kelp is easily assimilated by the body and goes directly to the thyroid gland to support metabolism and to the breast to support milk production.
6. Find ways to relax. Hormones produced by stress can block the release of oxytocin (a hormone necessary for milk release). Low levels of oxytocin inhibit milk release and mothers find that milk cannot easily be removed from the breast by a pump or the baby. Activities that encourage relaxation will help your milk supply. Try taking a soothing hot bath, reading a magazine, taking a walk, praying, or having a massage. If you need something quick to relieve stress, Distress Remedy has been used by many mothers for it's calming effects. Distress Remedy is a homeopathic tincture that has been successfully used to assist with the milk ejection reflex. Place 10 to 15 drops of Distress Remedy under the tongue prior to nursing or pumping. Distress Remedy can also be added to a glass of water and sipped for 30 minutes. Distress Remedy has a sweet taste and is pleasant to take. Distress Remedy can be taken up to 4 times per day (and works great with children too!).
7. Stress, depression and fatigue can have a negative impact on milk production. According to recent research, prolactin levels are lower in moms who are stressed. Since prolactin is the primary hormone involved in milk production, moms with low prolactin levels experience a decrease in milk production. If stress is contributing to your low milk production, Nutri-Calm is a vitamin and herbal combination designed to help the body combat the physical, mental and emotional effects of stress. It contains healthy doses of B-vitamins plus calming herbs that aid in relaxation and encourage restful sleep (without causing drowsiness). By helping you relax, Nutri-Calm enables greater milk production especially when taken along with More Milk Plus.
8. A decrease in milk supply before starting your period each month may be due to a drop in blood calcium levels prior to ovulation and during the two weeks following ovulation. This problem can be corrected by taking Calcium/Magnesium. The magnesium in the supplement enhances the absorption of calcium, balances hormones, and keeps milk production from fluctuating. Nature's Sunshine Calcium/Magnesium contains extra vitamins (boron and zinc) in a base of herbs for optimal absorption of the calcium. This supplement can also reduce uterine cramping and premenstrual discomfort such as water retention. Nature's Sunshine Calcium/Magnesium supplement is also a great addition to the diet if mom needs to avoid to dairy products. It is easy to digest and assimilate!!
9. A delayed milk ejection reflex after several months of pumping at work can be helped by switching to the Medela SoftFit Breastshields . Milk supply can be enhanced by using a soft shield which massages the breast and aerola while you pump.
10. Nurse often during the night. Prolactin is the milk-making hormone. Maternal prolactin levels peak between 1 and 5 A.M., while you are asleep. Take advantage of these high prolactin levels by nursing more frequently at night to help stimulate your milk supply. Prolactin also rises after you take a short nap during the day.
11. Take care of yourself. Drink more water, get more rest, and try to relax while pumping or nursing. At work, listen to your favorite music, read an entertaining book, or look at a picture of your baby while you pump.
12. If your baby is sleeping through the night, try drinking a large glass of water before you go to bed. You will probably wake up in a few hours to go to the bathroom and this is a wonderful opportunity to pump for 15 minutes to collect some extra milk or wake up your baby and nurse! Your prolactin levels are higher while you are asleep, so your body makes more milk at night. Be sure to drink a glass of water when you pump or nurse during the night. Your body will think your baby is going through a growth spurt!
13. Eat healthy snacks such as yogurt, cheese, almonds, veggies and fruit throughout the day. Some mothers find that an afternoon snack of a protein drink or a protein bar gives them a source of energy for the long stretch until dinner.
14. Increase the frequency of pumping sessions. For working mothers, try getting to work 15 minutes early and add one pumping session before starting work. Pump for 15 minutes, 4 times per day instead of 15 minutes 3 times per day.
15. Are you taking birth control pills? Some women have found that even the "mini-pill" (progestin only) can have a negative effect on their milk supply.
Janet Talmadge, BA, IBCLC
Lactation Innovation, Naperville, IL
Web site: lactationinnovation.com
(630) 357-0028
Changing the world, one healthy breastfed baby at a time!
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