Guest guest Posted April 10, 2009 Report Share Posted April 10, 2009 For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 I drank Mother's Milk tea like a fiend (but it gave me heartburn, so I stopped). then I made fennel tea with the whole seed. Also known as fenugreek. I also took Red Raspberry capsules. Then, I read that oatmeal is supposed to increase the supply. I made and ate sooooo many oatmeal cookies! It was a dream come true for me I KNEW I was supposed to be a nursing mom, LOL This website was recommended to me by my La Leche League leader. It has some very very valid info, I have found. http://www.kellymom.com/bf/supply/low-supply.html I hope you find something that works for you. My supply decreased due to stress at work, and my mother-in-law had to give her formula once a day. I was sooo very upset, and determined not to stop nursing, I ended up pumping every 2 hours as work. It was totally the stress, as on the weekend, she nursed just fine all day and night. Hopefully my 2nd baby will not have to deal with that (me working, that is). Cassie --- On Fri, 4/10/09, admartin5 <admartin5 wrote: admartin5 <admartin5 Increasing Milk Supply Friday, April 10, 2009, 4:31 PM For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 Increasing calorie intake increased my supply of milk and consciously relaxing while nursing increased the flow. I nursed 5. Diane ________________________________ " admartin5 " <admartin5 Friday, April 10, 2009 4:31:31 PM Increasing Milk Supply For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 A friend of mine swears by carrot juice for increasing milk supply. " The womanly art of Breastfeeding " also has a good section on increasing supply. They suggest things like nursing on demand, making sure all sucking needs are met at the breast (I.e. No pacifiers, bottles, supplementing, etc...). La Leche League has a special device on their store to help you supplement while nursing so the baby still gets the extra milk while teaching your body to produce more. Giod luck! I know that can be frustrating and worrisome. Rachel Sent from my iPhone On Apr 10, 2009, at 7:57 PM, Diane Bernard <dianesbernard wrote: > > > Increasing calorie intake increased my supply of milk and > consciously relaxing while nursing increased the flow. I nursed 5. > Diane > > ________________________________ > " admartin5 " <admartin5 > > Friday, April 10, 2009 4:31:31 PM > Increasing Milk Supply > > For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what > things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 make sure you are drinking PLENTY of water....really drink as much as you can..it will help your supply On Fri, Apr 10, 2009 at 10:57 PM, Diane Bernard <dianesbernardwrote: > > > Increasing calorie intake increased my supply of milk and consciously > relaxing while nursing increased the flow. I nursed 5. > Diane > > ________________________________ > > " admartin5 <admartin5%40embarqmail.com> " < > admartin5 <admartin5%40embarqmail.com>> > <%40> > Friday, April 10, 2009 4:31:31 PM > Increasing Milk Supply > > For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do > you know increased your supply of breastmilk? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 I had ZERO problems nursing #1, but supply issues with #s 2 and 3. I also drank Mother's Milk tea (with #3, I started even a month or two before she was born). With #2, it took a good 3 or 4 weeks before I had enough for her to eat, so I supplemented with formula but was off of it completely by the end of the first month. This is rough because we all know the more you nurse, the better your supply. So I had to make a real conscious effort to park myself on the couch every hour or two for a good half hour to get the supply up. I've heard and read many places that beer helps. My friend's sister is a neonatologist and she told me that she's read the research and it seems to have some value, and in her opinion, isn't nearly enough to be a threat to the baby. I tried it (1/2 a beer at night) and I think it DID help. Some people may not be comfortable doing that, but that's one of those personal decisions. I think the 1/2 a beer helped in the relaxation department, too! I also know of several people who increasing both calories and water was really beneficial. I second the water, didn't notice a difference with the calories. It seems to me that the more kids you have, the harder it is- at least that's how it was for me. When you have other kids to supervise/run around after, it's much harder to be glued to the couch 12 hours a day. I did pump with #3 so my husband could pitch in a bit when he was home. Baby #4 will be here in 3 months, and we'll have a 15 month old, a 2 year old, and a 5 year old, so I'm anticipating it will only get harder. I'm planning on starting that Mother's Milk tea in the next month! j. ________________________________ " admartin5 " <admartin5 Friday, April 10, 2009 3:31:31 PM Increasing Milk Supply For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 , <admartin5 wrote: > > For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 I used MOther's Milk tea and a mother's milk tincture. They were ok but if you are stressed, not eating enough, or drinking enough water, nothing helps. The other effective way is just nursing/pumping more. The strange thing is that when my daughter started to wean herself at 9 months, pumping didn't help as much as her actually nursing. I'd wait until she was really sleepy so she would nurse once a day. Other than that I had to pump since she only drank from a bottle if wide awake. There's a non-profit in my area called the Breastfeeding Resource Center and they suggested that the difference between pumping and nursing may be the hormones released during the bond with your baby. Anyway... I'm about to stop breastfeeding completely (my daughter is almost 18 months) because the supply is so low. She drinks fortified hemp milk and is doing very well on that as an active toddler. Good Luck! , <admartin5 wrote: > > For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 I almost forgot... someone told me that beer high in hops helps to increase supply. I'm not recommending anyone drink while nursing but apparently it's true. Beer high in barley is supposed to decrease supply. , <admartin5 wrote: > > For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 I am sorry to hear of your difficulty! I know this can be a very stressful time. Try to relax. The Lactation consultant at the hospital can be very helpful. All of Cassie's suggestions are thing that are listed as ways to naturally increase your milk supply. I am not sure what your specific problems are. I know for me, I was only able to increase my supply with a medication called Domperidone. (Amazingly when I tried to get my doctor to prescribe it over the phone the nurse was like that's alcohol. I was like no, Dom Perignon is a champagne, this is a medicine!) I had to have it formulated at a compounding pharmacy, and paid for it out of pocket. But I was determined. I had tried Mother's Milk, lots of water, fennugreek, oatmeal--didn't think to try cookies!, and pumped every hour on the hour. I had even rented a hospital grade pump although I had purchased the pump in style while pregnant for the first time. I hadn't even realized supply could be such an issue! I ended up taking this medication for both of my children, but was able to stop it and still maintain my supply after a few months. I would not say go directly to the medicine, and definitely research options to see what works for you,but maybe this could be a final resort. Laura Ballinger Morales ________________________________ Cassie Dixon <roxy87cabriolet Friday, April 10, 2009 10:30:46 PM Re: Increasing Milk Supply I drank Mother's Milk tea like a fiend (but it gave me heartburn, so I stopped). then I made fennel tea with the whole seed. Also known as fenugreek. I also took Red Raspberry capsules. Then, I read that oatmeal is supposed to increase the supply. I made and ate sooooo many oatmeal cookies! It was a dream come true for me I KNEW I was supposed to be a nursing mom, LOL This website was recommended to me by my La Leche League leader. It has some very very valid info, I have found. http://www.kellymom .com/bf/supply/ low-supply. html I hope you find something that works for you. My supply decreased due to stress at work, and my mother-in-law had to give her formula once a day. I was sooo very upset, and determined not to stop nursing, I ended up pumping every 2 hours as work. It was totally the stress, as on the weekend, she nursed just fine all day and night. Hopefully my 2nd baby will not have to deal with that (me working, that is). Cassie --- On Fri, 4/10/09, admartin5@embarqmai l.com <admartin5@embarqmai l.com> wrote: admartin5@embarqmai l.com <admartin5@embarqmai l.com> Increasing Milk Supply @gro ups.com Friday, April 10, 2009, 4:31 PM For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 Brewers yeast tabs drink lots of water let baby lay on you naked relax, relax, relax --- On Fri, 4/10/09, admartin5 <admartin5 wrote: admartin5 <admartin5 Increasing Milk Supply Friday, April 10, 2009, 3:31 PM For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 i had to add nuts, and drink more water. I could not take fenugreek because i am diabetic, so i had to increase my protein and fluids. it was a good excuse to eat peanutbutter straight from the jar. unita ________________________________ " admartin5 " <admartin5 Friday, April 10, 2009 4:31:31 PM Increasing Milk Supply For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 Breastmilk is supply and demand. One thing you can do if you're having supply problems is to spend a day in bed with your baby just snuggling and nursing whenever your baby wants to. It's important to let your baby nurse on demand. Let your baby suck a lot because that will tell your body to make more for your hungry baby. Just keep him or her close, skin-to-skin if possible. Check any medications you're taking with your pharmacist -- some meds can decrease milk supply. For example, taking something to dry up your sinuses also dries up your milk ducts. For a severe shortage, talk to your doctor about milk-increasing meds. I'm sure others on this list will know more about that. Heather On Fri, Apr 10, 2009 at 4:31 PM, <admartin5 wrote: > > > For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do > you know increased your supply of breastmilk? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2009 Report Share Posted April 11, 2009 I'm don't know about specific foods that help, but the more the baby nurses the more milk you will produce. If the baby will not nurse frequently or long enough I would pump to increase milk production. You want to make sure the breast is completely emptied in order for am increase in milk production. and don't bottle feed at all if you can help it, its easier to eat that way so baby will be less inclined to nurse as much if he can drink essier from bottle. ~Danielle--- In , <admartin5 wrote: > > For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2009 Report Share Posted April 12, 2009 I am glad you suggested this, as I was under the impression it was " outlawed " in the US. I was afraid I would not be able to get it, as I had read it was not approved by the FDA and that it was only available in California (too far from me in FL) Cassie " life's a garden, dig it! " Sent from my iPhone On Apr 11, 2009, at 7:19 AM, Laura Ballinger Morales <lballinger wrote: I am sorry to hear of your difficulty! I know this can be a very stressful time. Try to relax. The Lactation consultant at the hospital can be very helpful. All of Cassie's suggestions are thing that are listed as ways to naturally increase your milk supply. I am not sure what your specific problems are. I know for me, I was only able to increase my supply with a medication called Domperidone. (Amazingly when I tried to get my doctor to prescribe it over the phone the nurse was like that's alcohol. I was like no, Dom Perignon is a champagne, this is a medicine!) I had to have it formulated at a compounding pharmacy, and paid for it out of pocket. But I was determined. I had tried Mother's Milk, lots of water, fennugreek, oatmeal--didn't think to try cookies!, and pumped every hour on the hour. I had even rented a hospital grade pump although I had purchased the pump in style while pregnant for the first time. I hadn't even realized supply could be such an issue! I ended up taking this medication for both of my children, but was able to stop it and still maintain my supply after a few months. I would not say go directly to the medicine, and definitely research options to see what works for you,but maybe this could be a final resort. Laura Ballinger Morales ________________________________ Cassie Dixon <roxy87cabriolet Friday, April 10, 2009 10:30:46 PM Re: Increasing Milk Supply I drank Mother's Milk tea like a fiend (but it gave me heartburn, so I stopped). then I made fennel tea with the whole seed. Also known as fenugreek. I also took Red Raspberry capsules. Then, I read that oatmeal is supposed to increase the supply. I made and ate sooooo many oatmeal cookies! It was a dream come true for me I KNEW I was supposed to be a nursing mom, LOL This website was recommended to me by my La Leche League leader. It has some very very valid info, I have found. http://www.kellymom .com/bf/supply/ low-supply. html I hope you find something that works for you. My supply decreased due to stress at work, and my mother-in-law had to give her formula once a day. I was sooo very upset, and determined not to stop nursing, I ended up pumping every 2 hours as work. It was totally the stress, as on the weekend, she nursed just fine all day and night. Hopefully my 2nd baby will not have to deal with that (me working, that is). Cassie --- On Fri, 4/10/09, admartin5@embarqmai l.com <admartin5@embarqmai l.com> wrote: admartin5@embarqmai l.com <admartin5@embarqmai l.com> Increasing Milk Supply @gro ups.com Friday, April 10, 2009, 4:31 PM For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2009 Report Share Posted April 13, 2009 Interesting. I've never even heard of it, (although I didn't go to the doctor with my supply issues, I figured they were just something I had to deal with on my own). I webmd'ed it to see side effects, etc.- and I've never seen another medication listed on there with such a total lack of any info at all. I'm going to ask about it at my next prenatal visit, just to see what they have to say. j. ________________________________ Cassie Dixon <roxy87cabriolet " " Sunday, April 12, 2009 8:31:37 AM Re: Increasing Milk Supply I am glad you suggested this, as I was under the impression it was " outlawed " in the US. I was afraid I would not be able to get it, as I had read it was not approved by the FDA and that it was only available in California (too far from me in FL) Cassie " life's a garden, dig it! " Sent from my iPhone On Apr 11, 2009, at 7:19 AM, Laura Ballinger Morales <lballinger@rocketma il.com> wrote: I am sorry to hear of your difficulty! I know this can be a very stressful time. Try to relax. The Lactation consultant at the hospital can be very helpful. All of Cassie's suggestions are thing that are listed as ways to naturally increase your milk supply. I am not sure what your specific problems are. I know for me, I was only able to increase my supply with a medication called Domperidone. (Amazingly when I tried to get my doctor to prescribe it over the phone the nurse was like that's alcohol. I was like no, Dom Perignon is a champagne, this is a medicine!) I had to have it formulated at a compounding pharmacy, and paid for it out of pocket. But I was determined. I had tried Mother's Milk, lots of water, fennugreek, oatmeal--didn' t think to try cookies!, and pumped every hour on the hour. I had even rented a hospital grade pump although I had purchased the pump in style while pregnant for the first time. I hadn't even realized supply could be such an issue! I ended up taking this medication for both of my children, but was able to stop it and still maintain my supply after a few months. I would not say go directly to the medicine, and definitely research options to see what works for you,but maybe this could be a final resort. Laura Ballinger Morales ____________ _________ _________ __ Cassie Dixon <roxy87cabriolet@ > @gro ups.com Friday, April 10, 2009 10:30:46 PM Re: Increasing Milk Supply I drank Mother's Milk tea like a fiend (but it gave me heartburn, so I stopped). then I made fennel tea with the whole seed. Also known as fenugreek. I also took Red Raspberry capsules. Then, I read that oatmeal is supposed to increase the supply. I made and ate sooooo many oatmeal cookies! It was a dream come true for me I KNEW I was supposed to be a nursing mom, LOL This website was recommended to me by my La Leche League leader. It has some very very valid info, I have found. http://www.kellymom .com/bf/supply/ low-supply. html I hope you find something that works for you. My supply decreased due to stress at work, and my mother-in-law had to give her formula once a day. I was sooo very upset, and determined not to stop nursing, I ended up pumping every 2 hours as work. It was totally the stress, as on the weekend, she nursed just fine all day and night. Hopefully my 2nd baby will not have to deal with that (me working, that is). Cassie --- On Fri, 4/10/09, admartin5@embarqmai l.com <admartin5@embarqma i l.com> wrote: admartin5@embarqmai l.com <admartin5@embarqma i l.com> Increasing Milk Supply @gro ups.com Friday, April 10, 2009, 4:31 PM For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2009 Report Share Posted April 13, 2009 I would definitely discuss this with your doctor if you are considering it. From what I understand, Domperidone has not been approved by the FDA for this use, however it has been used both in the US and in Europe. It has been brought before the FDA but has not been approved, hence compounding pharmacies are the place to get it. I am fortunate to have a compounding pharmacy fairly close (I live in the Midwest). It is also used for things besides increasing the lactation supply. I did provide my doctor with documentation on this medicine. I had two different OB/BYNs for my two children, the first prescribed the medication easily. The second would not, but another of my doctors did very easily (my endocrinologist of all people! I actually hadn't even considered asking her!). I would definitely recommend trying other methods first. It is listed as compatible with breastfeeding by the American Academy of Pediatrics though which is reassuring. http://aappolicy.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/pediatrics;108/3/776/T6, and seems to have few side effects which was important to me as the other medication recommended (by my second OB/GYN) had many related to depression. You can google it for more information. This site is pretty informative as far as dosage and duration to take it. http://www.breastfeedingonline.com/domperidone.shtml Sorry to ramble on. Hope this helps.Laura Ballinger Morales ________________________________ jenni claire garverick <jennigarverick Monday, April 13, 2009 12:05:05 AM Re: Increasing Milk Supply Interesting. I've never even heard of it, (although I didn't go to the doctor with my supply issues, I figured they were just something I had to deal with on my own). I webmd'ed it to see side effects, etc.- and I've never seen another medication listed on there with such a total lack of any info at all. I'm going to ask about it at my next prenatal visit, just to see what they have to say. j. ____________ _________ _________ __ Cassie Dixon <roxy87cabriolet@ > " @gro ups.com " <@gro ups.com> Sunday, April 12, 2009 8:31:37 AM Re: Increasing Milk Supply I am glad you suggested this, as I was under the impression it was " outlawed " in the US. I was afraid I would not be able to get it, as I had read it was not approved by the FDA and that it was only available in California (too far from me in FL) Cassie " life's a garden, dig it! " Sent from my iPhone On Apr 11, 2009, at 7:19 AM, Laura Ballinger Morales <lballinger@ rocketma il.com> wrote: I am sorry to hear of your difficulty! I know this can be a very stressful time. Try to relax. The Lactation consultant at the hospital can be very helpful. All of Cassie's suggestions are thing that are listed as ways to naturally increase your milk supply. I am not sure what your specific problems are. I know for me, I was only able to increase my supply with a medication called Domperidone. (Amazingly when I tried to get my doctor to prescribe it over the phone the nurse was like that's alcohol. I was like no, Dom Perignon is a champagne, this is a medicine!) I had to have it formulated at a compounding pharmacy, and paid for it out of pocket. But I was determined. I had tried Mother's Milk, lots of water, fennugreek, oatmeal--didn' t think to try cookies!, and pumped every hour on the hour. I had even rented a hospital grade pump although I had purchased the pump in style while pregnant for the first time. I hadn't even realized supply could be such an issue! I ended up taking this medication for both of my children, but was able to stop it and still maintain my supply after a few months. I would not say go directly to the medicine, and definitely research options to see what works for you,but maybe this could be a final resort. Laura Ballinger Morales ____________ _________ _________ __ Cassie Dixon <roxy87cabriolet@ > @gro ups.com Friday, April 10, 2009 10:30:46 PM Re: Increasing Milk Supply I drank Mother's Milk tea like a fiend (but it gave me heartburn, so I stopped). then I made fennel tea with the whole seed. Also known as fenugreek. I also took Red Raspberry capsules. Then, I read that oatmeal is supposed to increase the supply. I made and ate sooooo many oatmeal cookies! It was a dream come true for me I KNEW I was supposed to be a nursing mom, LOL This website was recommended to me by my La Leche League leader. It has some very very valid info, I have found. http://www.kellymom .com/bf/supply/ low-supply. html I hope you find something that works for you. My supply decreased due to stress at work, and my mother-in-law had to give her formula once a day. I was sooo very upset, and determined not to stop nursing, I ended up pumping every 2 hours as work. It was totally the stress, as on the weekend, she nursed just fine all day and night. Hopefully my 2nd baby will not have to deal with that (me working, that is). Cassie --- On Fri, 4/10/09, admartin5@embarqmai l.com <admartin5@embarqma i l.com> wrote: admartin5@embarqmai l.com <admartin5@embarqma i l.com> Increasing Milk Supply @gro ups.com Friday, April 10, 2009, 4:31 PM For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2009 Report Share Posted April 13, 2009 Hi there Here are few tips that i try to follow to increase Milk Supply - continue taking prenatal vitamins - eat and drink healthy and in time. - Fenugreek. I take the seeds and make sprouts of them by soaking them in water over night and then leaving them wet in a strainer for another day, Another way is to buy Fenugreek leaves and make some dish out of it. (there are Fenugreek pills/ /supplements available too) (see links below) One thing abt fenugreak, its very good for diabese and colostrol related issues as well. And last but not the least.... - relax and try to keep your head cool (specially while feeding if you think of something disturbing that will immediately reduce the production, and the reverse also works.. so if you are happy while feeding that helps) some helpful links that i googled : - http://breastfeeding.hypermart.net/supply.html Fenugreek related recipies and links http://www.kellymom.com/herbal/milksupply/fenugreek.html http://www.babycenter.com/404_can-the-herb-fenugreek-increase-a-moms-milk-supply\ _8880.bc http://parents.berkeley.edu/advice/nursing/boosting.html http://www.fatfreekitchen.com/wholegrains/methi-chana.html http://www.syvum.com/cgi/online/serve.cgi/recipes/srcpv20.tdf?0 --- On Mon, 4/13/09, wrote: Digest Number 2665 Monday, April 13, 2009, 12:52 AM There are 22 messages in this issue. Topics in this digest: 1a. Re: Increasing Milk Supply robin koloms 1b. Re: Increasing Milk Supply unita walburn 1c. Re: Increasing Milk Supply Heather Hossfeld 1d. Re: Increasing Milk Supply mylameoww 1e. Re: Increasing Milk Supply Cassie Dixon 1f. Re: Increasing Milk Supply jenni claire garverick 2a. Re: non-toxic bed robin koloms 3a. Re: organic cheese dip and textured protein TVP/McCormicks robin koloms 4a. Re: organic cheese dip and textured protein TVP unita walburn 4b. Re: organic cheese dip and textured protein TVP befrrrree 5a. Re: Hypoglycemia info needed unita walburn 5b. Re: Hypoglycemia info needed Laura Ballinger Morales 5c. Re: Hypoglycemia info needed Lisa Veg*n 6a. Re: meals for 2 year old?? unita walburn 6b. Re: meals for 2 year old?? iluvk5 7a. Re: Easter dinner menu suggestions? Jessica Almy 8. Great Kids Activities from Love Your Veggies (recipes, too) robin koloms 9a. Re: FW: Message from McDonald's USA havingagreatfulday 9b. Re: FW: Message from McDonald's USA jenni claire garverick 10a. Re: journalist seeking veg parents ERB 10b. Re: journalist seeking veg parents jenni claire garverick 11. Re: Blaming Parents for Picky Eaters robin koloms Messages ______________________ 1a. Re: Increasing Milk Supply Posted by: " robin koloms " rkoloms rkoloms Sun Apr 12, 2009 8:32 pm ((PDT)) Brewers yeast tabs drink lots of water let baby lay on you naked relax, relax, relax --- On Fri, 4/10/09, admartin5 <admartin5 wrote: admartin5 <admartin5 Increasing Milk Supply Friday, April 10, 2009, 3:31 PM For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2009 Report Share Posted April 13, 2009 I'm hoping not to need it this time around, but I'd rather be prepared! j. ________________________________ Laura Ballinger Morales <lballinger Monday, April 13, 2009 7:06:27 AM Re: Increasing Milk Supply I would definitely discuss this with your doctor if you are considering it. From what I understand, Domperid one has not been approved by the FDA for this use, however it has been used both in the US and in Europe. It has been brought before the FDA but has not been approved, hence compounding pharmacies are the place to get it. I am fortunate to have a compounding pharmacy fairly close (I live in the Midwest). It is also used for things besides increasing the lactation supply. I did provide my doctor with documentation on this medicine. I had two different OB/ BYNs for my two children, the first prescribed the medication easily. The second would not, but another of my doctors did very easily (my endocrinologist of all people! I actually hadn't even considered asking her!). I would definitely recommend trying other methods first. It is listed as compatible with breastfeeding by the American Academy of Pediatrics though which is reassuring. http://aappolicy. aappublications. org/cgi/content/ full/pediatrics; 108/3/776/ T6, and seems to have few side effects which was important to me as the other medication recommended (by my second OB/GYN) had many related to depression. You can google it for more information. This site is pretty informative as far as dosage and duration to take it. http://www.breastfe edingonline. com/domperidone. shtml Sorry to ramble on. Hope this helps.Laura Ballinger Morales ____________ _________ _________ __ jenni claire garverick <jennigarverick@ > @gro ups.com Monday, April 13, 2009 12:05:05 AM Re: Increasing Milk Supply Interesting. I've never even heard of it, (although I didn't go to the doctor with my supply issues, I figured they were just something I had to deal with on my own). I webmd'ed it to see side effects, etc.- and I've never seen another medication listed on there with such a total lack of any info at all. I'm going to ask about it at my next prenatal visit, just to see what they have to say. j. ____________ _________ _________ __ Cassie Dixon <roxy87cabriolet@ > " @ gro ups.com " <@ gro ups.com> Sunday, April 12, 2009 8:31:37 AM Re: Increasing Milk Supply I am glad you suggested this, as I was under the impression it was " outlawed " in the US. I was afraid I would not be able to get it, as I had read it was not approved by the FDA and that it was only available in California (too far from me in FL) Cassie " life's a garden, dig it! " Sent from my iPhone On Apr 11, 2009, at 7:19 AM, Laura Ballinger Morales <lballinger@ rocketma il.com> wrote: I am sorry to hear of your difficulty! I know this can be a very stressful time. Try to relax. The Lactation consultant at the hospital can be very helpful. All of Cassie's suggestions are thing that are listed as ways to naturally increase your milk supply. I am not sure what your specific problems are. I know for me, I was only able to increase my supply with a medication called Domperidone. (Amazingly when I tried to get my doctor to prescribe it over the phone the nurse was like that's alcohol. I was like no, Dom Perignon is a champagne, this is a medicine!) I had to have it formulated at a compounding pharmacy, and paid for it out of pocket. But I was determined. I had tried Mother's Milk, lots of water, fennugreek, oatmeal--didn' t think to try cookies!, and pumped every hour on the hour. I had even rented a hospital grade pump although I had purchased the pump in style while pregnant for the first time. I hadn't even realized supply could be such an issue! I ended up taking this medication for both of my children, but was able to stop it and still maintain my supply after a few months. I would not say go directly to the medicine, and definitely research options to see what works for you,but maybe this could be a final resort. Laura Ballinger Morales ____________ _________ _________ __ Cassie Dixon <roxy87cabriolet@ > @gro ups.com Friday, April 10, 2009 10:30:46 PM Re: Increasing Milk Supply I drank Mother's Milk tea like a fiend (but it gave me heartburn, so I stopped). then I made fennel tea with the whole seed. Also known as fenugreek. I also took Red Raspberry capsules. Then, I read that oatmeal is supposed to increase the supply. I made and ate sooooo many oatmeal cookies! It was a dream come true for me I KNEW I was supposed to be a nursing mom, LOL This website was recommended to me by my La Leche League leader. It has some very very valid info, I have found. http://www.kellymom .com/bf/supply/ low-supply. html I hope you find something that works for you. My supply decreased due to stress at work, and my mother-in-law had to give her formula once a day. I was sooo very upset, and determined not to stop nursing, I ended up pumping every 2 hours as work. It was totally the stress, as on the weekend, she nursed just fine all day and night. Hopefully my 2nd baby will not have to deal with that (me working, that is). Cassie --- On Fri, 4/10/09, admartin5@embarqmai l.com <admartin5@embarqma i l.com> wrote: admartin5@embarqmai l.com <admartin5@embarqma i l.com> Increasing Milk Supply @gro ups.com Friday, April 10, 2009, 4:31 PM For those who have nursed and know first-hand that it works, what things do you know increased your supply of breastmilk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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