There is insufficient evidence that lactation cookies and other herbal supplements will increase your milk supply. When it comes down to it, milk is increased (and maintained) by these 3 factors:
1️⃣ Frequent milk removal by an efficient baby or pump.
2️⃣ Low stress. Easier said than done sometimes, I know! Stress hormones compete with milk making hormones, so finding small ways to lower stress like resting when you can, getting help around the house or making a daily shower or outside time a priority can go a long way!
3️⃣ Nutrition and hydration. Plan ahead in your postpartum with freezer meals or a meal train. Put water bottles everywhere around the house and keep easy one-handed snacks accessible.
What causes low milk supply?
🤍 Timing feeds instead of feeding on demand
🤍 Infrequent or insufficient removal of milk
🤍 Hormonal Imbalances including Thyroid Dysfunction, Diabetes and PCOS
🤍 Anatomical challenges in parent and/or baby like Insufficient Glandular Tissue or Tongue Tie.
Basically, if you want to eat a cookie, treat yourself to a delicious one! And if you need help with finding the root cause of your low milk supply, connect with Pamela, IBCLC for a personalized clinical assessment and feeding plan.
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