How do I increase milk supply for my 3 month old?

By the time most babies are three months old they are experts at breastfeeding. They should be able to get more milk in less time than they were able to only a few months before. This will mean less time spent during breastfeeding and fewer breastfeeding sessions during the day.

However, if the baby is not getting enough milk during these feeding sessions you may need to look for ways to increase your milk production.

The easiest and most non invasive way to increase milk supply is to increase the amount of time and number of times the baby spends feeding.

Ideally you would take 3 or 4 days and spend that time breastfeeding more frequently to stimulate production. Try to nap and rest with baby if possible. Wear your baby in a sling to facilitate more breastfeeding session.

Once your milk supply has increased a regular feeding schedule should maintain it. If this is not an option then you can increase the frequency and duration of pumping sessions for the same affect.

There are also several products that can help increase your milk supply. The most frequently prescribed medication is domperidone. There are also a number of natural supplements that can be taken including fenugreek, a common ingredient of mom’s milk teas and liquid herb tinctures. Follow the directions on the container.

One product in particular that is getting rave reviews is the Milk Maid tea by Earth Mama Angel Baby.