What can be done to increase breast milk production?

Question

Hi doctor,

I delivered my baby a month ago, and I am still not getting enough breast milk. I only get 1 to 2 ounces per day. I tried medications that improve lactation but were not effective. So I want a solution to increase breast milk secretions.

Please help.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Increased breast milk production depends on multiple factors,

1. Ensure you take adequate rest, as it is critical for milk production, adequate hydration, and adequate nutrition (especially green vegetables and fruits).

2. Make sure you completely breastfeed one side of the breast (foremilk and hindmilk), then switch to the other side. Unless you do not feel emptiness over the breast, do not switch to other side.

3. Have an adequate gap of 2 to 3 hours between feeds.

4. Control stress, as it has direct implications on milk production.

5. I suggest you to take Shatavari powder (Ayurvedic medicine) as galactagogues. Mix one scoop of the powder with milk and consume it twice daily.

Kindly consult a specialist, talk with them and take the medications with their consent.

If you follow the instructions mentioned above, you will have better milk secretions.

I hope this was helpful.

Kindly follow up if you have any doubts.

Take care.