Any lactation consultants out there? I have a question....?

Question

I have been exclusivelt breastfeeding for 9 months now. All of the sudden, for about a week now I have been leaking and constantly feeling full. I used to pump once every two weeks or so but I haven't pumped in months. Now, for about three days I have to pump daily, and I get at least 5 oz every time? Why, all of the sudden, do I have so much milk? The babys diet is the same......

Answer 1

Baby is growing. I would bet that he/she is wanting to eat more often right now. Your body is responding to baby's needs. Just like when you first had the baby and your body over produced, it will do this when baby grows and "asks" for more than what is there. Things will settle down again.