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How to Increase your Milk Supply

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

What do I need to know about how my breasts produce milk?

Before your mature milk comes in, your body makes a small amount of breast milk called colostrum. Colostrum is a special type of milk that is rich in nutrients and antibodies (proteins that protect your baby's immune system). Your mature milk will come in about 2 to 5 days after your baby is born. Your breasts can produce enough milk for your baby if he or she is latched on well, and you feed him or her regularly and often. Some things can affect your milk supply. You can increase your milk supply again if it decreases.

What can cause my breast milk supply to decrease?

What are the signs that my breast milk supply may be low?

What can I do to increase my breast milk supply?

How can I care for myself while I am breastfeeding?

Where can I go for support and more information?

When should I contact my healthcare provider?

Care Agreement

You have the right to help plan how you are going to feed your baby. To help with this plan, you must learn as much as you can about breastfeeding. Ask your healthcare provider questions about breastfeeding. You can talk with him about the best way to feed your baby.The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.

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