How Do You Increase Breast Milk Supply?
One of the most common questions from new, breastfeeding mothers is how to safely and effectively increase breast milk supply. Contrary to popular belief, drinking more fluids is not the answer. However, there are a number of easy and reliable methods which can help. Make sure that all of the milk is removed from your breasts after each feeding. If there is milk left in the breasts, it tells the body that it does not need to make so much, and will naturally decrease your milk supply. If your baby does not drink all of the milk during feedings, consider pumping the remaining milk, or even pumping between feedings to stimulate production and increase your breast milk supply. Nurse more often, particularly if your baby is having trouble gaining weight. As a general rule, for the baby’s health and to increase your breast milk supply, you should nurse every 1 1/2 to 2 hours during the day, and every 3 hours at night. Alternate breasts while feeding, a technique for increasing milk supply kn
