5 Ultimate Tips To Increase Your Milk Supply

Here are 5 tips for breast feeding moms to increase your milk supply.

1. Mommy Self-Care
2. Lactation Supplements
3. Nurse Often & on Demand
4. Pump
5. Seek for Help

The moment you’re ready to quit is usually the moment right before the miracle happens. Do Not Give Up!

– Unknown

When the toughest part was giving birth, you thought it was over. Right? Let me tell you, not the case for some moms. Well at least not for me.

I remember my mom saying that breast feeding was so easy but this was not my case. Breast feeding was very challenging for us but that didn’t stop me from nursing my daughter Evelyn.

Maybe you’re here because you searched up on how to increase your milk supply because you have been struggling too.

I know breastfeeding can be tricky, uncomfortable and stressful. Stay strong and do what’s best for your little one and your self.

Breast feeding will be enjoyable so don’t worry. I am here to give you my tips to bring your supply. These are tips that worked for me during my breastfeeding journey.

Disclaimer: I am not a lactation consultant nor a nurse. I am just a mom like you, giving you my tips that worked for me and possibly help you as well with your breastfeeding journey.

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Increase Your Milk Supply

First thing first,

1. Mommy Self-Care

This is very important because taking good care of yourself can also impact your breast milk supply and potentially increase your milk supply.

I know it is nearly impossible to put yourself first when having a newborn baby to take care of while still taking care of your family but by taking care of yourself you are taking care of your baby and family, too!

1. Take your vitamins. Prenatal, Postnatal, and Lactation Supplement.
2. Hydrate. Drink plenty of water, have a couple of water bottles or a one gallon bottle near your nursing station. Drinking water replenishes lost fluids and keeps both you and your baby healthy.
3. Eat a well balance diet. Creating breast milk is demanding on the body and requires extra overall calories, as well as higher levels of specific nutrients. Eating a variety of nutrient-dense, whole foods is so important for your health and your baby’s health. Choosing foods rich in the above nutrients can help ensure that you get all the macro- and micronutrients you and your little one need. Keep healthy snacks near your nursing station.
4. Pamper yourself. Pampering doesn’t have to be expensive. Cook a delicious meal and enjoy it Hot! read a book, listen to instrumental music, take a nap, take a bath, apply a face mask or an under eye patch, use a facial roller, massage your own feet. Have time for yourself, little things like this will makes a BIG difference.

2. Lactation Supplements

I have been using Pump It Up Lactation and Postpartum Support and this supplement helped with my supply in the beginning of my journey. Again, at 8 months I had a low supply and took these supplements and I definitely saw a difference within the same week. Highly recommend.

I have also been drinking the Organic Mothers Tea and the Organic Milkmaid Tea.

I have a blog post on Lactation Recipes where I share my Lactation Smoothies and How To Make Oat Milk for breastfeeding moms.

3 Amazing Lactation Smoothies to Help with Milk Supply

3. Nurse Often & On Demand

I exclusively nursed my daughter for 6 months. I was told to nurse every 2 to 3 hours for 30 mins, 15 mins each breast.

But honestly this is not the time to worry about schedules or routines, at least for the first few weeks.

Breast feeding should be on demand. When your baby is hungry!

I nursed Evelyn as much as she wanted. Your baby is building your milk supply in those first weeks, so feel free to respond to your little ones cues and nurse on demand. As newborns get older, they’ll nurse less often, and may have a more predictable schedule.

4. Pump “Every Drop Counts”

Nursing and then Pumping is another way to boost your supply.

Adding a pumping session right after your baby finishes eating. Remember, you need to completely empty your breast. Completely “Emptying” your breasts will stimulate your body to produce more and start increasing milk supply.

5. Seek for Help

Don’t be afraid to reach out with your baby’s pediatrician and a lactation consultant, if you’re concerned. An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant can help determine if you do need help with your milk supply and work with you to find ways to help you out.

Lastly, breastfeeding itself may seem like a full time job for the first few months. But won’t stay like this for long, as your little one is growing.

For me exclusively breast feeding was confusing on how much my daughter was eating but always keep in mind as long as baby is happy, healthy, and growing, you shouldn’t need to be worried about your breast milk supply. You know more about your baby and baby’s cues, the mother instinct will kick in.

Do what’s best for your baby and yourself. Don’t over stress it!

Let me know if you have any question, I’d be so happy to help you.

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