When milk comes from first-timers
Notice the formation of colostrum - dairy secretionglands, many women can still in the last months of pregnancy. But in primiparous mothers, as a rule, it appears on the 3–6th day after the birth of the baby. The body of women who already have children is rebuilt much faster. And they lactation begins at 2-4 days. Gradually, real milk begins to form in the breast of the mother. This process is completed by 6–9 days after delivery.
Often milk does not come after childbirth duestress.Photo: Getty Do not panic and worry much if the colostrum does not appear on the first day after birth. After all, each woman's lactation occurs individually. And those few drops that a baby gets with attachment to the breast are enough to get enough. After all, the stomach of the newborn is still small, and colostrum is very nutritious and quickly absorbed by the body of the baby.
What to do to make milk
Inexperienced moms make a mistake and startfeed the child according to the schedule. In fact, it is worthwhile to put a crumb to the breast on demand - this will significantly improve lactation. The baby will “dissolve” the breast, which will lead to the formation of a new milk. To increase milk flow, follow these recommendations:
- Avoid stress and worries.
- Use at least 1.5 liters of fluid daily.
- Balance your diet.
- Massage your breasts to avoid stagnant milk and hardening.
- Feed the baby in a comfortable position.
- Make sure the baby completely captures the nipple with his mouth.
- Try to get enough sleep and rest more often.
- Do not feed the baby without a doctor's prescription.
- Avoid crowded places.
Herbal teas with fennel will help enhance lactation.dill, anise or cumin. These medicinal herbs have a great effect on the immunity of the mother and child. But before you take these tools, you should consult with your doctor. Like any physiological process, lactation occurs in every woman in different ways. And some mothers feel a surge of milk already on the first day, while others will have to wait a week or more. Therefore, do not panic because of the slightest delay, because stress is detrimental to the lactation process.
