I have been pumping for a day and 1/2 now for 30 mins every 3 hrs. and still only getting about 2 ounces of the yellow stuff...when will my milk come in?
2007-01-24 15:33:17 · 14 answers · asked by Chacacon 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Sometimes it takes 2-3 days. It could take up to five. It will NOT take weeks. Every woman's body is different. But you don't need to worry about your baby getting enough. When babies are first born they really would just rather sleep a lot more than eat. I think God made it that way so that your body would have time to get ready-physically and emotionally. And when baby does start getting the true milk, he will only be getting an ounce or so from each breast - believe it or not. And, certainly, don't think that your body is not capable of producing enough milk to nourish your baby. Sometimes we have to supplement our diet in order to increase our milk supply. This is because there aren't enough/the right nutrients in the foods we eat to cause our bodies to produce milk. If all we eat is junk food, take out, and pizza, this is certainly the case.
There are some natural things that you can do to help increase and enrich your milk supply. Since these are natural, they are completely safe for both you and your baby. Doctors never suggest herbs to increase lactation because they just aren't educated about the healing herbs. Yet it is the most natural and safest way.
Red Raspberry Tea (delicious, and good for woman's overall health)
Brewer's Yeast- 3-4 tablets daily (may cause gas at first)
Concentrated Alfalfa-3-4 capsules daily (available at Walmart)
Marshmallow Tea-drink warm as often as desired, or 2 capsules 3 or 4 times daily.
Blessed Thistle Tea
NOTE: SAGE and PARSLEY dry up milk if taken in therapeutic doses.
* You can find information on most all of these herbs at
http://www.bulkherbstore.com/
* If you have more questions or need help finding these products, please feel free to EMAIL ME.
* an interesting article on breastfeeding
http://www.nogreaterjoy.org and search for "My Two Cents"
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
I have two daughters. Daughter one nursed until 16 months old (now 3 yrs old). Daughter two is still nursing (15 months old).
2007-01-24 21:29:37 · answer #1 · answered by diamond8784 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
3 to 5 days after a week it will be easy to pump. Just remember a pump is pulling harder then the baby so you will produce more milk then just straight nursing. In the beginning you may want to wait a couple weeks. If you have to pump though it will take minimum 3 days up to even 10 for the full effect! Good luck get passed the first 2 weeks and you will be fine!
2007-01-24 17:07:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When was your baby born? It can take a few weeks for your milk to fully come in. Until then, you will have transitional milk - colostrum mixed with regular breastmilk.
Once your milk comes in, you still may only pump 2 ounces, and that's perfectly normal. Your baby gets much more when he/she actually nurses.
Is your baby refusing the breast? Have you met with a lactation consultant? If you're having trouble with nursing, you might need some professional help. Try looking at the site below for some resources. Good luck and keep it up! It does get easier.
2007-01-24 15:40:50 · answer #3 · answered by Smurfy Keeps Going and Going 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i breastfed for almost A full year and you have to start drinking lots of water and drink water while pumping. pump atleast every hour. the more stimulation the more milk once you start producing more you can not just stop you have to keep pumping and freezing the milk. If you have a deep freeze it can last up to a year. you should eat lots of small meals you actually should eat as if you are still carrying a baby. The more nutrients and healthy hearty meals you have in a day the better milk supply you will hold and the richer the milk.
2007-01-24 15:43:06 · answer #4 · answered by jacobs_cna 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everybody is different, my came the 4th day. But can I ask why are you pumping and not just breastfeeding the baby.
Colostrum (the yellow stuff) is good for your baby and is all they need until your milk comes in.
2007-01-24 16:01:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it takes a few days after you have the baby for your milk to come in. Your pumping very healthy milk right now for your baby so don't give up and it will come in soon. Good luck
2007-01-24 15:41:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine came in on the third day, with a vengeance. Your's should come in in the next couple of days, but the yellow stuff is the colostrum, which is very good for your baby, and all they need the first couple of days.
2007-01-24 15:38:55 · answer #7 · answered by squire_rhiannon 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check out the site below. Le Leche League International is a great resource for breastfeeding moms. There are articles on almost anything you can think of or have problems with.
Most areas also have a local league and you can connect with other bf mom's in your area which provides a great level of support.
:)
Source(s):
FOR BREAST FEEDING HELP GO TO: http://www.lalecheleague.org/resources.h...
FOR OTHER RESOURCES, GO TO:
http://www.lalecheleague.org/resources.h...
2007-01-25 04:15:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the yellow stuff is very important make sure the baby gets it it strengthens his immune system to ward off sickness in about week time it will come don't worry.
2007-01-24 15:44:15 · answer #9 · answered by really now! 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you have already had your baby, it can take up to a week for some women's milk to come in. don't worry about your baby getting enough, even though it seems like it's not enough, it is.
2007-01-24 15:39:32 · answer #10 · answered by redpeach_mi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋