Medicine to increase milk supply

sim.: salaaaam.is there any madicine or any food which will increase breast milk?im a breatfeeding mother of a 2 mnths baby(wg4.8).i feel dat i dont have milk as much as my son needs.do taking milk will increase milk?wat shell i do?wud u be able to help?thanks

Hi Sim. First of all, it is very good that you asked about these things rather then turning to formula. Let me try to tell you how (objectively) you can assess if your baby is getting enough breastmilk. A baby who is getting enough milk will pass urine a minimum of 6 times in 24 hours (if child got less than his need, then he'd pass less number of times). Please open his nappy every 2-3 hours and check if he is passing urine. Next thing: if a child is getting enough milk he would be gaining weight - 125grams a week (= 500grams a month). If on checking these two things there is evidence that your child is getting enough milk (passing urine 6 or more times in 24 hours and putting on 125g a week) then do not worry about inadequacy of breastmilk. If on assessing these there is suggestion of reduced milk volume then do consult your childs pediatrician. There are medications that could help increase milk supply (perinorm).

I must however inform you that the best way to increase milk supply is to allow child to suckle on breast more. The suckling stimulates production of chemicals (hormones) that promote milk production. Drinking more milk does not increase milk production. Mama sustagen or other such milk too DO NOT increase milk production.Gentle breast massage, back massage, confidence (that you will be able to feed your child well), night breast feeds and ensuring breast gets emptied during each feed (allow baby to feed from one side until side is emptied rather than just offering both breasts at each feed) will help increase milk production. Breast is best. Take care.