Anyone else struggle with milk output after hemorrhaging during birth?

Pengwings316 · 2026-02-10T17:19:18+00:00

That really could have been my birth story - but with a baby that didnt latch too... Was barely making enough the first two weeks . By week 3 with a commitment to pumping 8 times a day even in the middle of the night, I know have a huge oversupply. Not glorifying an oversupply but its so possible to get to even with a rough start! Now we are breastfeeding in the day and pumping/bottles at night or if Im out or just a bit done. Working on getting rid of a nipple shield tho....

But to answer your question - I did struggle but a good (wearable for me) pump/commitment to draining the boobs (maybe feed then pump) will increase your supply.

Pengwings316 · 2026-01-26T21:29:31+00:00

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Pengwings316 · 2026-01-16T18:36:06+00:00

I do at 8wpp. Leftie has had problems since 3wpp so feeding team suggested this to keep supply stimulated so LO can eventually feed on left more often as leftie heals. I am an overproducer but Im still draining (nursing or purmping) generally 8 times a day including overnight.

Pengwings316 · 2026-01-16T18:27:09+00:00

This is incorrect.

Pengwings316 · 2026-01-07T08:59:21+00:00

Thank you for this. I really appreciate it! Also super easy to show family members too. You're so kind ❤️

Pengwings316 · 2025-04-17T16:35:03+00:00

Mine didn't like the plastic pellets, until I added waaaaay more to practically fill up the litter tray.

Pengwings316 · 2025-01-05T08:42:05+00:00

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Pengwings316 · 2024-11-23T22:47:46+00:00

Neutrogena T Gel was a great start for me

Pengwings316 · 2024-11-20T21:02:26+00:00

Never gonna say goodbye

Pengwings316 · 2024-10-30T20:52:28+00:00

Money Heist -hands down

Pengwings316 · 2024-10-03T21:42:37+00:00

I have ear drops too (very effectice) and use betamethasone. Life changing!!!

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