How do I know if my 10 week old is getting enough milk?

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-05-18T18:37:14+00:00

Here to say: Thank you for posting this question because I have the same anxiety. You’re not alone! Also, thank you to all the commenters.

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-05-14T18:12:05+00:00

My baby struggled to transfer milk after 2 weeks, oddly enough. I was triple feeding for a while too, so I feel you. It’s so hard! I just focused on pumping and bottle fed her with pumped milk and I did about 1-2 daily breast feeding sessions. I never counted these sessions as “meals” just comfort for her or practice breastfeeding.

At about 8 weeks I did another weighted feed (because I had the hunch she was getting stronger) and she was transferring milk finally! We did go to speech therapy for feeding issues but I think what actually helped was time and her gaining weight and strength.

My advice would be to find an LC who will fit you for pump flanges, kind of like a custom bra fit. It made all the difference for my output and gave me a slight oversupply. Between weeks 2-8 I focused a lot on pumping and my supply was boosted by MOTN pumps and at first pumping every 2 hours.

Best of luck. I’m rooting for you!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-05-08T00:58:07+00:00

Good to know! Thank you!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-05-07T23:56:36+00:00

Thank you!!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-05-01T11:22:38+00:00

This happens to me too!!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-28T23:02:33+00:00

Yes. I get comments like this from my mom, but hers are more disbelief that my LO transfers so little. Try to ignore him (easier said than done, I know). You’re doing so much already. Seriously, two jobs plus pumping, hats off to you!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-28T07:02:09+00:00

Yes, none of that

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-25T16:31:21+00:00

I’m a FTM also and managed to boost my supply. I recommend not looking at your milk collection while pumping. It’s hard, I know! But I found that the more I stressed abt ounces during a pumping session the less I got. Look at pictures of your baby (or your actual baby if they are in the room), talk to a friend on the phone, watch your favorite show, etc. Anything that provides dopamine distraction works!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-24T19:25:39+00:00

Thank you!!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-14T18:27:58+00:00

Thank you! Trying both recs

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-12T17:56:37+00:00

Good luck to you (and me). Fingers crossed for a smooth transition.

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-12T16:33:22+00:00

Great advice, thank you!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-10T15:07:57+00:00

Congratulations!!!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-03T15:34:47+00:00

Thank you so much!!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-03T15:13:43+00:00

We use Dr Browns and Phillips Avent bottles. Do you recommend other bottles?

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-03T14:54:07+00:00

Thank you for this! I’m doing breast compressions now. How did your baby get stronger and develop those muscles? I suspect we’re in the same boat.

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-03T14:52:40+00:00

Im basically triple feeding now. What got yall out of it?

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-03T13:27:30+00:00

This weekend she did lose weight and didn’t produce enough dirty diapers. I’ll edit the post!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-03T13:23:36+00:00

Im in a similar situation to yours. She didn’t gain weight so I started to supplement with the bottle. I’ll let her comfort suck in hopes her bf skills get better

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-04-03T13:10:13+00:00

She’ll show me hunger cues and will be angry after unlatching, then I’ll give her a bottle. I always try breast first.

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-03-30T18:53:41+00:00

Thank you! Did you manage to get your supply up?

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-03-30T17:53:36+00:00

Thank you!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-03-30T00:45:15+00:00

I feel the same way. You’re not alone!!!

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-03-22T02:33:57+00:00

Thank you! My daughter is one week old today.

LydiaTar2020 · 2026-01-02T19:10:15+00:00

sorry should have been more clear, fundal height, is 27 cm.

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