6 tips to increase breast milk supply naturally

6 tips to increase breast milk supply naturally. Photo: According to Healthshots.

Causes of low breast milk

Hormonal imbalance : Conditions such as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, thyroid disorders (hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism), lack of prolactin hormone can disrupt the hormonal balance needed for milk production causing lack of milk in postpartum women.

Insufficient breast stimulation: Breast stimulation is essential for milk production. If the baby has difficulty latching on properly, stops breastfeeding, or the mother does not pump, milk production will decrease.

Stress and anxiety: Stress, anxiety, or negative emotional factors can affect milk production. Stress hormones such as cortisol can inhibit the release of oxytocin, a hormone needed for milk production.

Medical conditions: During breastfeeding, taking medications can affect milk production (especially certain medications such as decongestants or hormonal contraceptives). Additionally, diabetes or previous breast trauma can affect milk production.

Effective ways to increase breast milk

Breastfeed frequently: The most effective way to increase milk supply is to breastfeed frequently. When your baby sucks, the stimulation of the baby's sucking on your nipple will stimulate milk production, so try to breastfeed on demand.

Breastfeeding properly : Deep and correct latch helps the baby suckle effectively, thereby signaling the body to produce more milk.

Breast massage: While your baby is breastfeeding, gently squeeze and massage your breasts to promote milk flow. This can help your baby get more milk while breastfeeding and stimulate your breasts to produce more milk.

Pumping: In addition to breastfeeding, you can use a breast pump to express milk after or between feedings. Pumping can help get more milk from your breasts and increase milk production.

Drinking enough water and eating enough nutrients: Drinking enough water and eating enough nutrients are essential for breast milk production. Some foods such as oats, protein-rich foods, whole grains, fruits and vegetables... can support milk production without causing weight gain for postpartum mothers.

Relax and avoid stress: Stress can negatively affect milk supply, to minimize this condition relax, practice breathing exercises and do light exercise. Rest and adequate sleep are also important for milk production.

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