How to establish breastfeeding after childbirth: mixed, natural and artificial. Mammary glands after childbirth: all about the rules of lactation, possible diseases and care

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All young mothers are interested in the question of how newborns are fed in the first days. Most women do not have information about the frequency of putting their baby to the breast in the first days of his life. But this is very important to know, as it allows you to establish not only lactation, but also contact with the newborn, who behaves more kindly and positively on a full stomach. So, how long should you wait between feedings for your baby and how much should he eat at one time? Let's figure it out together.

Breast-feeding

After childbirth in mammary glands the new mother produces colostrum. This is the name given to a liquid that is valuable for a newborn and contains many useful elements: water, important antibodies, mineral salts, etc. In addition, colostrum contains a little sugar. Scientists have proven that even short-term breastfeeding
has a beneficial effect on his immune system. The benefits of breast milk are undeniable:

• milk is perfectly digested and absorbed;
• has a beneficial effect on the child’s digestive tract. Breastfed children suffer less from digestive disorders;
• suitable for every body and has no contraindications or allergic reactions;
• Mothers who are breastfeeding can sleep peacefully at night and travel, because they always have the most necessary food for their little ones with them and, as they say, at hand. It has also been proven that breast-feeding helps relieve the baby from a number of diseases.

We recommend organizing the first feedings not according to the clock, but according to the child’s request. After all, putting a baby to the breast at his request
allows you to increase the amount of milk produced. This is especially important if there is insufficient quantity.

Mom should remember about her own healthy, balanced diet, because the condition of the baby depends on it. You will have to watch what you eat, especially at first, since the composition of the milk directly affects the baby’s well-being. Breastfeeding women are advised to expand their diet with protein and plant foods. Also, vitamin foods will not be superfluous: vegetables, fruits, fish - and a large number of liquids.

Artificial feeding

There is no substance in the world that is prepared artificially
in a way that is at least vaguely reminiscent of colostrum in its qualities. The same goes for breast milk. If a woman does not have milk from the very first days after giving birth, or there is too little of it, as a result of which she had to switch to adapted formulas, she will have to carefully study their range in order to choose the most suitable one. The best assistant The pediatrician will be in charge of this matter. But by no means familiar young mothers! Remember that your child is an individual. Therefore, you should not buy formula for him that is ideal for another child.

But let’s move away from the issue of choosing a formula and talk about the disadvantages of artificial feeding. Here they are:

• sterilizing bottles before each feeding;
• feeding with warm, freshly prepared formula;
• the need for many special devices, especially when traveling;
• problematic night feedings that require getting up, heating water, and in some cases, boiling the mixture.

But even if due to circumstances and important reasons you had to resort to artificial feeding– don’t be upset! After all, in addition to its disadvantages, it also has its advantages. Here they are:

• feeding the child does not require the constant presence of the mother, close people can feed the baby, so the mother, if necessary, can go away on business or just relax - she can be perfectly replaced by dad or grandmother, as well as a bottle with nutritious liquid;
• a woman can eat whatever she wants and even go on a diet, because this will not in any way affect the health and well-being of the baby;
• Mommy will be able to control the amount of milk the baby consumes, rather than guessing and making assumptions.

Breastfeeding regimen in the first days after birth

As a rule, after the maternity hospital, the baby eats every three hours, that is, approximately 6-7 times a day. Most doctors agree that there is no need to wake up the baby at 12 o'clock at night and give him the breast (if there are no problems with lactation). It's better to wait until he needs it. At the age of two months, the baby reacts to the feeling of hunger by crying and, As soon as you give him the breast, he immediately calms down. Growing up, the baby experiences hunger less often.

Most babies have already developed their own diet by 1.5 months. Remember that everything is very individual! There are times when a baby needs frequent breastfeeding (for example, during vaccinations or illnesses). Do not deny him this, set a regime at the request of the baby. After all, it costs you absolutely nothing, but for a child it is a guarantee of peace, confidence and sound sleep.

Formula feeding regimen for newborns

Feeding the baby in the first days after birth implies establishing a clear schedule. A three-hour pause between feedings is sufficient. Sometimes deviations are allowed
(for example, while walking or at night). Remember that it is better to underfeed a child than to overfeed. After all, the consequence of overfeeding a toddler can be an upset stomach.

In the first days after birth, the baby is fed a formula, the volume of which is equal to the number of days of life multiplied by ten. And from the second week of life to two months of age, the scheme for calculating the daily amount of food changes. The child's weight must be divided by 5.

Doctor Komarovsky's opinion on the feeding regimen

The opinion of the popular pediatrician Evgeny Komarovsky about the feeding regimen of babies in the first months of life lies in the idea of ​​free feeding. That is, up to six months the baby eats whenever he wants - this allows him to preserve mother’s milk. In addition, the pediatrician recommends a regimen for young mothers free day: this means that the shift between wakefulness and sleep is also free, because after eating the baby falls asleep near the mother’s breast, and wakes up with a feeling of hunger.

It makes sense. And how can one not believe Komarovsky, one of the most famous pediatricians. Millions of modern mothers trust him!

How to establish breastfeeding?

To improve the process of breastfeeding in the first days after the baby is born, you need to know a number of rules:

If you have any personal questions, concerns or doubts, be sure to seek help from your pediatrician and breastfeeding specialist. Lactation is an important element in the life of a newborn. In this matter, inattention and delay threatens the loss of milk - the best food for your baby, created by nature specifically for him and for his needs!

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After the birth of a child, breastfeeding becomes the main process in a mother’s life over the next 6-12 months. Besides that human milk– the baby’s main food; close contact between mother and child is of great importance. Therefore, after childbirth, the need to establish high-quality lactation comes to the fore. This is where difficulties often begin, including pumping, cracked nipples, and lack of milk. In addition to these problems, women often have questions about caring for themselves during lactation, in particular about their hair. Some new mothers are alarmed to notice signs of pregnancy while breastfeeding, wondering how this is possible. Let's try to understand the main problems that arise during lactation.

How to improve lactation after childbirth?

After the end of the birth process, a woman produces colostrum - very useful product nutrition for a newborn. Therefore, it is recommended that the baby be put to the breast for the first time immediately after birth.

As a rule, milk appears in the mother 3-6 days after the birth of the baby. During this period, you should not drink a lot of liquid so that the breast does not overflow with milk and becomes hard, which will complicate the baby's sucking process.

For normal lactation after childbirth, it is important not to overuse pumping. The best way to relieve tension from your breasts is to feed your baby. Only if the baby is sleeping and the breasts are very hard, you can express a little. It is not recommended to express until the last drop; this can lead to intense milk production and even greater breast tension.

A common problem with lactation after childbirth is cracked nipples. To prevent them, first of all, you need to properly attach the baby to the breast. It should capture the nipple along with the areola. You should not hold your baby at your breast for more than 10-15 minutes, much less let him sleep with his nipple in his mouth. After each feeding, you should do air baths for the breast. If cracks in the nipples appear during lactation, you can lubricate them after each feeding with D-panthenol or Bepanten.

Hair while breastfeeding

Many women notice excessive hair loss during lactation. There are many explanations for this phenomenon - hormonal changes in the body, chronic fatigue, frequent stress, lack of certain microelements.

Hair treatment with cosmetic and medications It is better to exclude it during lactation. You can use masks and herbal infusions that are offered by ethnoscience. When used regularly, these home remedies are quite effective. A woman needs to choose special vitamin-mineral complexes for her hair that will compensate for the deficiency of vitamins and other useful substances.

Another question that interests many mothers is whether it is possible to dye your hair during lactation. To date, there is no accurate data on the effect of hair dyes on the quality of breast milk. The desire of every woman to look attractive is quite natural at all periods of life, including during lactation. Experts advise following some rules when dyeing your hair during this period:

• enjoy natural paints(basma, henna) or ammonia-free paint;
• When dyeing your hair, you should try not to apply the dye to the scalp;
• Dyeing during lactation must be done in a well-ventilated area.

Menstruation during lactation

Many women do not menstruate while breastfeeding. However, some new mothers get their periods during lactation. Moreover, the timing of their appearance, as a rule, depends on the method of feeding the baby.

If the mother feeds the baby on demand (free feeding), menstruation usually appears after lactation. During the introduction of complementary foods to the baby, menstruation may appear before the end of breastfeeding, since milk production is significantly reduced. At mixed feeding A woman's menstruation usually returns 3-4 months after childbirth. In case of complete absence of breastfeeding menstrual cycle a woman recovers 10-12 weeks after birth.

During menstruation, a woman can continue to breastfeed her baby. Another thing is that the amount of milk decreases during this period. In addition, the baby may refuse to eat milk during the mother's menstrual period.

Usually, after lactation, menstruation should come within 1.5-2 months. In this case, the menstrual cycle can be restored within 2-3 months. Some women experience changes in the nature of their periods after lactation. As a rule, they become less painful and more scarce.

Pregnancy while breastfeeding

Pregnancy during lactation is possible even in the absence of menstruation. The risk of becoming pregnant especially increases when the child is 6-7 months old.

This kind of pregnancy poses some difficulties. Doctors note that it is often accompanied by pathologies and abnormalities, since the female body has not yet had time to fully recover. Miscarriages occur more often in such women, premature birth, anemia, placental insufficiency and fetal hypoxia.

Many women worry whether they can continue to breastfeed their baby during pregnancy. Here, the opinions of experts are divided: some argue that breastfeeding should be stopped, while others allow it during this period. However, lactation must be stopped during pregnancy if a woman experiences cramps in the lower abdomen or vaginal bleeding.

All problems that arise during lactation can be successfully solved. During this period, a woman should listen sensitively to the child and the requirements of her body. The bond between mother and baby will never be as strong as during breastfeeding. Therefore, you should enjoy this time, regardless of some difficulties.

Text: Galina Goncharuk

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Nine months of pregnancy and childbirth flew by, and then the baby was born. A happy mother is often lost at the sight of a baby. She doesn't know how to handle him. But it is still necessary to establish feeding the baby. After all, from proper nutrition From the first days of life, the health of the baby and the development of its organs and systems depend. How to properly organize feeding a newborn?

Properly organized breastfeeding from the first days of a baby’s life determines whether he will receive a sufficient amount of food during natural feeding, and whether the mother will be able to feed him only by breast in the future.

That's why You need to make every effort from the first days. To do this, you will need the help of other family members, because after giving birth, a woman needs to rest and recover, and almost all of her time will be occupied with caring for the baby. This is not always realistically feasible, but it’s worth trying.

So, immediately after birth, the baby is placed at the breast. This is a necessary natural vaccination for a newborn; in addition, his sucking reflex is triggered, he establishes a connection with his mother.

In the first days, it is advisable to feed while lying down. The woman lies on her side, the child is placed nearby. The baby's mouth is located in the chest area. The mother helps the baby find the nipple and grasp it correctly. One feeding of a baby usually lasts from 15 minutes to half an hour. The baby may not suckle all this time. He takes breaks and continues again. Therefore, there is no need to rush to take the breast from him. Let him go when he is satisfied. However, the baby should not hang on the chest all the time. Mom also needs to rest.

You can also feed while sitting. To do this, the mother must sit comfortably, for example, in a chair. There are special pillows for feeding. They help mother and baby sit comfortably. After all, feeding takes a long time.

A woman should not get tired or feel stressed. The child is positioned lying down, facing the mother. The baby's head lies on the mother's hand. With her other hand, the woman holds the baby and helps him latch onto the breast correctly.

If earlier doctors insisted on feeding by the hour, now the newborn is with his mother all the time, and she offers him the breast as often as possible, especially in the first days. The baby still cannot suck for a long time and gets tired quickly. Frequent application helps to increase lactation and its rapid establishment.

The first days of life are very important; it is at this time that it is necessary to establish correct mode feeding

A young mother should be prepared that even at night the newborn often wakes up and asks to eat. Therefore, during the day, a woman is recommended to sleep when the child sleeps. It is not advisable for infants to take a long night break between feedings. Firstly, babies most often cannot withstand such an interval, and secondly, this has a bad effect on lactation.

Since a woman after childbirth needs to rest a lot, devote all her time to the newborn, sleep when the baby sleeps, then for some time after the maternity hospital another family member or a special assistant should take on household responsibilities. It is advisable to discuss this in advance.

Why you shouldn't wash your breasts before breastfeeding

If a few decades ago it was believed that breasts should be washed before each feeding, it has now been proven that this is not so.

The mammary glands have a special section (Montgomery gland), thanks to which it is moisturized, nourished and disinfected. A special lubricant is produced.

It will be useful for all young mothers to know. This will help avoid serious problems - lactostasis, mastitis, etc.

First breastfeeding

Newborns are first put to the breast when normal birth still in the delivery room, immediately after birth, and is the final stage of childbirth. This is very important for establishing lactation and for bonding between mother and newborn.. The baby feels the smell of his mother, her warmth, taste, and this helps him adapt to the new environment.

In addition, the baby's attachment is a kind of first vaccination. The mother's microbes are transmitted to the child, and he will receive immunity to them through the first milk - colostrum.

Valuable properties of colostrum

The production of colostrum begins even before birth. This is a special secretion of the mammary glands, the production of which occurs under the influence of the hormone oxytocin. Colostrum has a thick consistency and a yellowish tint. This secretion is produced during the first 3 days, then it is replaced by transitional milk, and later by permanent milk. The composition of colostrum varies from woman to woman.

Colostrum has a very high energy value. It contains:

• Easily digestible proteins;
• Natural antioxidants (vitamins A and E, zinc, selenium, beta-carotene);
• A small amount of fluid, which protects the baby’s immature kidneys from overload.

In addition, colostrum contains many protective immune factors. They help the immature body of a newborn to protect itself from many viruses and bacteria.

How often to apply to the breast?

Previously, breastfeeding was practiced hourly (every 3 hours).

Modern breastfeeding experts believe that you need to feed your baby on demand. Each baby has its own rhythm: one can withstand 2 hours between feedings, while the other will ask for the breast every half hour. It is especially common to put a baby to the breast in the first days after birth.

How long feeding will take also depends on the characteristics of the newborn. This can be from a few minutes to half an hour. After all, the baby is just getting used to the new diet. Therefore, he will not be able to eat much at once.

As he grows older, he will get stronger, begin to suck better, and a certain routine will be established.

How much should a newborn eat?

If the baby is breastfed, he eats as much as he can at one feeding.

If the baby sleeps peacefully, it means he is well-fed. When he gets hungry, he wakes up and asks or starts looking for the breast with his mouth.

However, not all children have the opportunity to receive mother's milk.

To find out how much formula a newborn will need per feeding, there is a formula:

V=n*10, where V is the volume of food, n is the number of days lived.

For example, a baby is 5 days old. We determine the required volume of mixture for one feeding: 5*10=50 ml.

To find out how much mixture is needed per day, the calculation is based on initial weight baby:

• If a baby was born weighing more than 3.2 kg, then the volume is equal to the number of days lived *70;
• If weighing less than 3.2 kg, then *80.

These formulas are valid until the 10th day of a baby’s life. Further calculations of nutrition for infants are carried out differently. For a child under 2 months, the volume of food is calculated using the formula: baby weight * 1/5, that is, 1/5 of the child’s body weight. There is a table for determining the required volume of the mixture.

How to check whether your baby is full or not

A newborn usually sleeps all the time, waking up only to eat. Already when the baby grows a little, he will have periods of sleep and wakefulness. If the baby is well-fed, then he sleeps peacefully. When he gets hungry, he begins to open his mouth and look for a breast or pacifier. If you feed him, he will continue to sleep. Otherwise he will wake up and start screaming.

Usually, in the first days after birth, the baby loses a little weight. This is a natural process. If the mother doubts whether the baby is eating enough, then you can wet diaper test.

In this case, the child is without a diaper for a day in order to count how many times he peed. If at least 8 times, then everything is fine. The child is eating.

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Feeding in the maternity hospital

Just two decades ago, in the maternity hospital, women were separated from their babies, and babies were brought to them for feeding every three hours according to a schedule with a 6-hour break at night. But often at this time one child was sleeping and reluctantly suckled, while the other was already hungry and screaming at the top of his lungs. Therefore, even from the maternity hospital, children began to be supplemented with formula feeding. Is it really possible to establish proper natural feeding in such a situation? Many answered no, and switched to a mixture.

Currently, the child is with his mother immediately after birth. Therefore, feeding on demand is very easy to implement. If after giving birth the mother does not feel very well, then you can put the baby next to her and feed her when she asks. The main thing is to be careful not to crush the baby in your sleep.

Feeding after caesarean section

Previously it was believed that after caesarean section breastfeeding is not possible, because disruption of the natural process during childbirth does not trigger the lactation process. However, practice has shown that if desired on the part of the mother, this is quite feasible. After the woman recovers from anesthesia, she puts the baby to her breast. Even if there is no milk yet, sucking stimulates its appearance.

If there is no milk in the first days

In the first days after birth, there may be no milk in the breast. At the same time, the woman secretes colostrum. It has enough calories to a small amount meet the needs of the newborn. On days 3-5, milk will begin to come in. This is how nature intended it to be and you should not start feeding your baby formula. This could negatively affect his health.

To stimulate lactation you need:

• • Regularly put the baby to the breast every 1-2 hours;
  • Drink more warm liquids

weak tea, mineral water, dried fruits compote;

• • If you can’t express your breasts on your own, be sure to ask your midwife for help.

This must be done in the maternity hospital. After the maternity hospital, if possible, you can contact breastfeeding specialists;

• Try to ensure that the baby latches onto the breast correctly, grasping the entire nipple;
• Do not give your newborn water or formula.

The main thing in this case is not to panic. A nervous condition does not contribute to the development of lactation and can be passed on to the baby, because he feels his mother.

Mom's mistakes

Inexperienced mothers often make mistakes when organizing feeding a newborn. Here are the most common ones:

1. If a woman feels pain and discomfort during feeding, then there is no need to endure. It is worth reconsidering the organization of feeding. Perhaps the baby does not latch onto the nipple correctly, the breast is too tight and the baby cannot suck out milk. Seek help from a specialist.
2. You need to feed your baby on demand, do not take the breast until the baby lets go.
3. If the baby suckled at the breast for about 5 minutes and fell asleep, you don’t need to wake him up to get him to eat some more.. Of course, he didn’t have time to get enough, don’t rush to take the breast, the baby will let go on his own.
4. There is no need to let the baby suck on two breasts at one feeding.. If milk leaks from one breast during feeding, place a pad in your bra.
5. Breastfeeding mothers are advised to wear a special nursing bra. This will make feeding more comfortable.
6. If there is enough milk, then there is no need to express. The influx of excess milk due to pumping can lead to stagnation in the breast and painful sensations (lactostasis).

If a young mother can follow all the rules for organizing feeding a newborn, then this process will become a pleasure for both the child and the mother.

The only product that is ideal for a baby is breast milk. The most perfect milk formula cannot replace it 100%. Experts have counted more than 400 components that are beneficial for babies in milk. It is not yet possible to synthesize everything artificially.

Fortunately, almost every mother can breastfeed. In only 3-5% of women, the body is physiologically incapable of producing milk in the amount that a child needs. These are mothers who have serious problems with the hormonal system. Breastfeeding is not always safe for women with heart disease or cancer. In all other cases, the lack of milk is explained only by ignorance or non-compliance with the rules of lactation.

Milk in my head

Milk production is a hormone-dependent process. When a child takes a nipple into his mouth, a neuro-reflex impulse is sent to the hypothalamus of the mother's brain, which causes the production of the hormones prolactin and oxytocin. The main one, prolactin, stimulates the formation of milk in the alveoli. And oxytocin “compresses” the corresponding muscle cells of the alveoli, pushing milk into the excretory streams. In response to breastfeeding, the pituitary gland produces several times more prolactin. Thanks to this, a new supply of breast milk is prepared already during feeding, and 2 hours after it, about 70-75% of what the baby sucked is restored for the next meal. Therefore, the more often a baby snacks, the more milk is produced. However, nature will not allow the development of a “crisis of overproduction.” The volume of milk produced by each gland is strictly regulated by the intensity of its consumption. No need - no production.

How to increase lactation?

Do not give the mixture in the first days of life. Milk comes in 3-5 days after birth. There is no need to be nervous and bottle feed your newborn. A woman who has given birth produces a very concentrated liquid that contains all the nutrients the baby needs. The volume of colostrum is small, but it will be enough for the baby - the tiny stomach does not need more yet.

Apply to the breast as soon as required. There is no need to wait too long between feedings. Demand creates supply.

If a hungry baby begins to turn his head and open his mouth, you need to give him breastfeeding. You should not “replace” a nipple or a bottle of water: up to 6 months, the baby can easily do without “supplementing” - breast milk completely replenishes the need for fluid. Sucking on a pacifier will calm the baby, but will not give the mother a signal to produce a new portion of milk.

Do not shorten feeding time. There is an opinion that the child should be near the mother’s breast for no more than 10-15 minutes. But the baby doesn’t owe anyone anything. A newborn can be put to the breast 12-15 times a day, each time for half an hour or even an hour. This is useful and mutually beneficial: the mother needs to come to her senses after giving birth. And “non-stop feeding” gives her the opportunity to calmly sit or lie down with the baby. There is no need to be afraid of “falling out of life.” The period of “constant feeding” lasts only the first 1.5-2 months. A grown-up baby will no longer want to nurse for hours - he has too many other things to do.

Pay attention to the child. It is ideal when the child is with his mother all the time. He is accustomed to being cramped and warm in the womb, and after birth he expects to encounter exactly the same conditions. For the first 1.5 months, it is worth being with the child around the clock, carrying him in your arms or in a sling, sleeping together, offering your breast to any squeaks and grunts.

Do not feed with mixture. If it seems that there is not enough milk, there is no need to try to “diversify” the diet. First, you need to make sure your suspicions are correct. Unreasonable introduction of supplementary feeding can stop your own “milk production”. While the baby is sucking, he seems to make an order for the next time, for another feeding. That is, during feeding, the amount of milk the baby needs is consumed, and then as much as he needs will appear.

Don't skip feedings. Sometimes mothers think - I’ll give the baby formula once, and the milk will “accumulate” for now. This is mistake. The body cannot work “in reserve”. As soon as the alveoli are filled with milk, but it does not leave, production is inhibited. You cannot accumulate milk; it must be used up all the time.

Eat a varied diet

The contents of the plate do not affect the functioning of the pituitary gland. And contrary to prejudices, the taste of mother’s food does not affect the taste of breast milk in any way. Eat your favorite foods, not just “lacto-stimulating” foods. Special dietary supplements and useful supplements will help make lactation successful. The main thing is that mom trusts them. Pick up the best remedy Your doctor or lactation consultant can help.

Don't worry about trifles. When a mother is nervous, stress hormones enter the milk. This is not scary, but a constant agitated background can affect the development of the child’s nervous system. Properly set up does not prevent mom from resting and getting enough sleep. Sleep with your baby without stopping feeding. It is actually impossible to crush the child, which many women are afraid of, the mother will always hear him. And the baby will give a signal in time - he will kick.

Don't waste time on massage. Everything will be fine anyway - start feeding as soon as possible. Some manipulations with the breast to stimulate the flow of milk make sense only before pumping, when the mother needs to leave. For example, light stroking movements from the base to the chest - no need to knead, twist, just lightly stroke in a straight line or in a spiral. Or a shower - not hot, but warm and pleasant. The streams can be made stronger and made in circular movements.

Normal weight gain. Is your baby gaining 125-130 g per week? This means he has enough milk!
Regular urination. If the child pees at least 12 times a day, everything is fine.

Feed in a comfortable position. In order for the milk to flow well, the mother needs to feel comfortable: relaxed, sitting or lying comfortably. It is very important to ensure proper breastfeeding. The baby should grasp most of the areola of the nipple and actively empty the breast - it won’t hurt the mother, and the stimulation is good: there will be as much milk as needed.

Don't skip night feedings. A baby up to 1.5-2 months should have 2-3 feedings from 12 am to 8 am. At night, much more prolactin is produced in response to breast stimulation. If you stop night feedings, it is possible that lactation will disappear completely. Yes, and long breaks in food are harmful to small child. His glucose levels may drop sharply and he may not have enough nutrients.

Natalya KudryashovaDirector of the Family Support Center and
happy parenting "Rainbow of Motherhood"

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Tea LaktoMama - good remedy to increase lactation.

All this is correct, but how can you survive without formula feeding if the baby has eaten both breasts, everything hangs on his chest and whines bitterly that he is not full. Or he pulls at his chest, then cries, grabs his chest again, counts a little and cries again because he’s not full....

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How to increase lactation. Problems with lactation. Breast-feeding. As a rule, at this age feedings occur around dreams (before each sleep and after each sleep) and several times at night, from this age you can give two breasts per feeding, absolutely not...

Tell me, please, ways to increase lactation, huh? We want to switch completely to breastfeeding without supplementary feeding. Well, something is not very good for us after this. But walnuts increase my lactation very much, especially if washed down with hot tea. Only at your age did we get diarrhea from them...

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And for me, walnuts really increase my lactation, especially if I drink them with hot tea. Only at your age did we get diarrhea from them: (And so you can try teas for lactation and apply and feed more often at night and express after feedings and breast massage and breast baths with warm, almost hot water.

How much supplementary feeding per day was there? last days? Who advised you to give him water instead of supplementary feeding (even if something falls off!)? What is the baby’s weight, age, what weight were they born with, what weight were they discharged with? Did you have a consultant at your home? Is your baby sucking effectively? Does feeding hurt? How do you alternate breasts now? Do you give me a pacifier?

second birth and lactation. Hello everyone and Have a good mood! The question is: will the situation repeat itself a second time or is there an option for a sudden appearance of milk after childbirth? Dear women, can you advise how to increase lactation? drinking milk and lactation.

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Both times the milk came on the 4th day. The first time there was an awful lot of it because I was drugged with oxytocin, but this time it was fine, we struggled for the first month, but now it seems to be better. I usually feed one, it’s enough. literally the night before yesterday there was a strong tide, right breast(there’s always a stronger tide in her) I feel like I’m old, size 8 (from 5) :) one breast was enough for 2 feedings in a row, because while I was feeding the right one, the left one became very full. It's a pity it's not like this all the time :)

During the first birth, milk came in on the 7th day.
In the second birth on the 2nd day.
I usually feed from one breast at a time (with established lactation).

Breastfeeding: tips for increasing lactation, feeding on demand, long-term breastfeeding, weaning. how to induce menstruation? I have a serious question: the baby will be 2 years old in June, I am breastfeeding him and plan to continue until he is 3 years old.

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I got my period (with my older child) after taking OK for a month. If I had known, I would have endured it with radical protection. It’s so cool without messes, no stomach pains, no searching for where to change a tampon in in public places. And by the way, in the time of our great-grandmothers, when a woman spent most of her reproductive years either pregnant or lactating, there were births every few years and nothing.

My periods started about 1.5 months after stopping “round-the-clock” feeding. When I stopped “always and everywhere” feeding, my periods resumed. And then I got pregnant :))

Breastfeeding: tips for increasing lactation, feeding on demand, long-term breastfeeding, weaning. Is it possible after all this disgrace to restore lactation and breastfeed or is it time to shed tears and transfer to artificial...

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In such a situation, I would refuse further breastfeeding. not because of pumping, but because of antibiotics. or somehow manage without antibiotics. I had a sad experience with my first child - almost immediately after giving birth I had to be injected with antibiotics. I fell for it (although later it turned out that I could have endured without them). So: we are still correcting dysbacteriosis and impaired metabolism - we are already 5. The pediatrician who is now “nursing” us says that if there is a very definite need for the mother to be treated with antibiotics, then breastfeeding should be stopped - there is more harm to the child. and, by the way, I drank yoghurts, etc. that restore flora.

Of course, it’s possible, especially at 4 months, when the baby is big and sucks well.
Only you should be careful with your breasts in the hospital - express once every 2-3 hours, always at night, dress warmly so that your breasts do not catch a cold. Ask for antibiotics that are compatible with breastfeeding - then your husband or relatives will be able to take milk home - give it from a bottle.
I myself spent 3 days in the hospital at 3 months of age (suspicion of appendicitis). I pumped, one might say, everything free time. At that time, we generally had a mixed bag, and we fought for it with all our might, so after the hospital my boy took it sooooo well...:-). In general, at 3.5 we switched to full GW.

Health to you and your baby!

But who knows how to increase lactation after childbirth, maybe you can suggest some kind of diet? Otherwise, for the first time, my milk disappeared as quickly as it appeared (I think because they didn’t bring me food to feed the baby, but I had to express it by hand).

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Homeopathy Mlekoin (I think that’s what it’s called), hippie tea.

At one time I had enough milk, but I supported myself just in case green tea with milk and a little bit of walnuts.