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For mothers with low milk supply, the concern is always how to ensure an adequate supply for their babies – ensuring they get all the essential nutrients.
Here, Mytour provides a guide on how mothers can stimulate milk production quickly and effectively. Just follow these steps, and you'll notice positive signs within 24 to 72 hours.
- Frequent breastfeeding:
- Mothers should breastfeed frequently, at least every 1.5 to 2 hours during the day and at least every 3 hours at night. If the baby doesn't wake up to breastfeed at night, mothers can use a breast pump to express milk or wake the baby up to feed.
- Even when the baby breastfeeds directly, mothers should use a breast pump to express milk for an additional 5 to 10 minutes after the baby finishes breastfeeding.
- If your baby cannot breastfeed directly, mothers should opt for a double breast pump for optimal results (try the Medela Swing Maxi breast pump). Aim to pump for about 15–20 minutes each session and pump an extra 5 minutes when milk flow slows to stimulate the mother's body to produce more milk.
Note: If the baby can breastfeed, mothers should encourage direct breastfeeding, as it stimulates the mother's breasts to produce more milk compared to using a breast pump.
What mothers need to do:
- Include protein and calcium-rich foods in your diet, stay hydrated, and divide meals into smaller portions.
- Take breaks for relaxation and maintain a calm mental state.
What the baby should avoid:
- Avoid letting the baby use pacifiers or bottles during the milk stimulation period.
- Avoid introducing any additional foods to the baby apart from breast milk.
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