Like many moms, you worry about running out of baby milk? Do not panic, there are solutions ... and many ideas! Make the point with this little test on your knowledge in this area.
BREASTFEEDING: Most breastfeeding moms get discouraged after a few weeks.
FALSE - Most, no, but yes half! A recent survey in Canada revealed that 90% of lactating women in the days following the birth but they were only 51.7% still exclusively breastfeeding at three months. One reason suggested by the mothers being insufficient milk production.
BREASTFEEDING: insufficient production of milk depends on its physical constitution.
TRUE .... AND FALSE - While moms who have virtually no breast, due to a lack of development of the mammary gland, will doubtless not breastfeed or shorter. But it is a physical feature that does not affect most moms. Even with small breasts can breastfeed baby for several months without problem.
BREAST-FEEDING: If you do not empty her breasts thoroughly, limit milk production.
TRUE - If baby is not feeding much, empty her breasts the first few weeks after each feeding using an electric breast pump. If poorly drained, poorly and it will fill the natural mechanism that orchestrates lactation will be less efficient. After a few weeks, the production becomes independent of the major sucking baby and this is no longer necessary to use a breast pump.
BREASTFEEDING: a feeding at night is essential to have enough milk.
TRUE - Up to 3 months, should be encouraged because night feedings prolactin, the hormone of lactation, is the night. When the baby sucks, it stimulates the production of prolactin, so milk production. From twelve weeks, feeding at night is no longer necessary because the body is regulated to produce the milk needed. But if the baby wants, it should be maintained!
BREASTFEEDING: the herbal remedies are grandma without much effect!
FALSE - medicinal plants, fenugreek, galega, anise, fennel, known since ancient times to promote breastfeeding. Just get them in herbal or health food stores and the brew by adding a little orange flower for taste. And sugar-free to avoid the pounds!
BREASTFEEDING: beer can produce more milk.
TRUE - But do not drink when you breastfeed, even if it is alcohol-free beer because these drinks still contain at least 3 °. The solution is to use barley and yeast, sprinkled on salads or take capsules.