UNDERSTANDING HOW MUCH BREAST MILK BABIES NEED OVER TIME
Cindy Rubin Cindy Rubin

UNDERSTANDING HOW MUCH BREAST MILK BABIES NEED OVER TIME

Worries about milk supply are common during the postpartum period, especially for new parents trying to anticipate their baby’s changing needs over their first year. A common belief is that as babies grow throughout their first year, they will need more and more milk. This can feel daunting if your feeding goals include exclusively feeding your baby human milk. Thankfully, this is not the reality. Let’s break down how breast milk needs evolve, what you can expect, and how your body is actually designed to adapt to these changes.

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DO I NEED TO WORRY ABOUT LOW MILK SUPPLY?
Cindy Rubin Cindy Rubin

DO I NEED TO WORRY ABOUT LOW MILK SUPPLY?

Low milk supply is one of the most common concerns I see as a Breastfeeding Medicine physician, pediatrician, and IBCLC in Chicago. Unfortunately, by the time many patients find their way to me, we have already lost precious time in figuring out why the supply is low, and in starting to intervene to maximize production. Being aware of potential risks for low milk supply before giving birth can help you prepare and take steps to maximize your chances of successful breastfeeding once the baby arrives.

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