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In this as in all our documents “FAQ” s (common questions) the information presented has been prepared by leaders of the La Leche League and addresses issues of interest to parents of breastfed children. This page presents several points of view and it is possible that not all information is relevant to your family. This information is general in nature and not intended as medical advice or any other kind.

If you have a serious breastfeeding problem, speak directly with a leader of La Leche League . Please consult a health care professional regarding any medical problems as the leaders of the LLL do not practice medicine.

The information comes from different leaders are separated by a horizontal line.

How I can increase my milk supply?
This is a common question. When mothers observe certain normal changes and behaviors, they may assume that the quantity of milk has decreased. This is often a “false alarm”. However, in some cases, the amount of milk from the mother needs to be increased. This FAQ sheet will help you determine if you need to increase your milk supply and explain how.

Sometimes, mothers are unnecessarily alarmed about the amount of milk they produce. May not know the normal process of breastfeeding. For example, when the baby is between 6 weeks and 2 months old, the mother’s body has learned how much milk to produce. Around this time, many women no longer feel “full.” Also, the baby is feeding perhaps only 5 minutes at each feeding. These are not signs that you are decreasing the amount of milk being produced. It simply means that both baby and mom are becoming more adept at breastfeeding .. The mother’s body has adjusted to the requirements of your baby and the baby has become more efficient at getting milk. Read the rest of this entry »