Cupboard Cures for Low Milk Supply
These articles in the "Cures" section are copyrighted and are not to be reprinted without permission of the author.
These cupboard cures are remedies that work for some moms but they are not meant as a treatment plan for your specific situation. If you are experiencing a breastfeeding challenge, I can provide professional support and together we can create an treatment plan specifically tailored to you and your baby's needs. Some breastfeeding situations can be remedied with cupboard cures moms have used for years but in other cases you may need care and support from an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and/or your Healthcare Provider. I would be honored to help you on your breastfeeding journey. Please contact me.
What is low milk supply?
Low milk supply is the number one reason mothers give formula to their babies. If your milk supply is low it is important to find out why. A visit with an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) can help you determine if you are experiencing low supply or an alternative issue.
What causes low milk supply?
The most common cause of low supply is not breastfeeding often enough. The body knows to make milk faster when milk is removed from the breasts.
What are some cupboard cures for low milk supply?
These cupboard cures are just ideas to get started on the road to recovery but please contact me for a personal consultation and an in-depth treatment plan specific to you and your baby. I bring over 30 years of experience working with parents and babies and over ten years as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
These articles in the "Cures" section are copyrighted and are not to be reprinted without permission of the author.
These cupboard cures are remedies that work for some moms but they are not meant as a treatment plan for your specific situation. If you are experiencing a breastfeeding challenge, I can provide professional support and together we can create an treatment plan specifically tailored to you and your baby's needs. Some breastfeeding situations can be remedied with cupboard cures moms have used for years but in other cases you may need care and support from an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and/or your Healthcare Provider. I would be honored to help you on your breastfeeding journey. Please contact me.
What is low milk supply?
Low milk supply is the number one reason mothers give formula to their babies. If your milk supply is low it is important to find out why. A visit with an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) can help you determine if you are experiencing low supply or an alternative issue.
What causes low milk supply?
The most common cause of low supply is not breastfeeding often enough. The body knows to make milk faster when milk is removed from the breasts.
What are some cupboard cures for low milk supply?
These cupboard cures are just ideas to get started on the road to recovery but please contact me for a personal consultation and an in-depth treatment plan specific to you and your baby. I bring over 30 years of experience working with parents and babies and over ten years as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
- Nursing the baby more often and even pumping after feedings can help build milk supply. Not only does this stimulate more milk removal it also stimulates the endocrine system to increase the hormones that produce milk. If you do not have an electric pump at home you can hand express your milk. A video of this can be seen at my resources page.
- Foods and grains that are high in fiber such as oats, barley, brown rice and beans may increase milk supply. You may be able to look in your cupboard and find oatmeal (preferably not instant), granola or granola bars, and cheerios.
- Also looking for recipes using brown rice or barley is a good idea. This could include making homemade soups or even checking the labels of store bought soups which often contain these grains.
- Calcium-rich foods such as dark green leafy vegetables and almonds may be helpful so you might consider making a spinach salad instead of using iceberg lettuce.
- Dried fruits such as apricots, dates, and figs are also recommended. Typically, when moms eat dried fruits they become thirstier, and drinking plenty of fluids (or fluids to thirst) is also helpful.
- Recipes for baked goods that may increase milk supply can be found in the Recipe Section on the Basking Babies website:
- The most common cooking herbs helpful with low-supply issues include anise, blackseed, caraway, coriander, dill, fennel, and fenugreek. Non-food herbs that some moms find helpful include alfalfa, blessed thistle, milk thistle, nettle, goat’s rue, red clover, and shatavari.
- Some companies will make a special blend of these herbs. There are several herbal teas available that use a combination of these herbs.
- Other cupboard cures are peanuts and sesame seeds. Legumes like beans, peas, and lentils can be used if you don’t have peanuts.
- Things to avoid include: mints, parsley, soy, coffee and caffeinated beverages.
Low milk supply can be discouraging. Angela is an IBCLC and can offer both professional medical help and support with this or any step in your breastfeeding journey. See more information on breastfeeding consultations and contact Angela at 515-210-1868
Please note: If you have a question about a medical matter you should consult your healthcare provider. Do not rely on the information on this website as an alternative to medical advice from your healthcare provider.
Please note: If you have a question about a medical matter you should consult your healthcare provider. Do not rely on the information on this website as an alternative to medical advice from your healthcare provider.
"THANK YOU, from the bottom of my heart, Angela. You worked with my daughter and I, multiple times, through a very rough postpartum period and I can honestly say are the sole reason that I am was ever able to breastfeed my daughter for an entire 17 months! In those beginning days, with mastitis, nipple damage, low supply, on top of other huge physical and emotional stressors, it seemed like breastfeeding was one more thing we were going to have to give up and it wasn’t going to work but YOU gave us the tools and gave me the greatest gift of being able to provide for her in a way no one else could and a bond/memories that I will treasure forever. Thank you again!
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Angela Swieter (RN, BSN, IBCLC, ICD, ICPE, ICPD), owner of Basking Babies, is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and has been supporting moms and families through birth, breastfeeding, baby, and beyond for over 30 years.
•Registered Nurse with a Bachelor’s Degree •International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) •International Certified Birth and Post-partum Doula •International Certified Educator •Over 30 years of experience working with moms and babies. CONTACT ANGELA TODAY |
