Im still feeding my toddler and just found out im pregnant again. Lately the milk feels like its reducing a lot. Is this because of the new pregnancy ya something else? Bit worried about my elder one.
My mother-in-law told me that we should stop breastfeeding as soon as we conceive again, but my doctor said tandem nursing is fine if the body permits. The milk volume does decrease though. Do what feels right for your body and consult your gynac.
Haan na, supply to thoda kam ho jata hai because of pregnancy hormones. Milk ka taste bhi change hota hai, ho na? Some babies might refuse to feed. Just check with your doc once.
Actually, pregnancy hormones naturally change the taste and amount of your breast milk, and some babies stop drinking on their own. You can try having warm jeera water or fennel tea to help. If you feel any pain or weakness, do ask your doctor.
It definitely reduces the supply because progesterone levels go up during pregnancy. If your older baby is over a year, it's a good time to transition them to solids. Don't worry, it's completely safe to breastfeed while pregnant if there are no complications.
My morning sickness was so bad during my second pregnancy that breastfeeding my first became very exhausting, and my milk supply also dropped. I had to focus on my own hydration. Take it easy on yourself, your health matters too.
If your milk supply drops and you need to switch to formula, keep the extra cost in mind for your monthly budget. Formula can get quite expensive along with the new pregnancy tests and checkups. Planning ahead helps.
Clinically, the increase in estrogen and progesterone during pregnancy suppresses prolactin, which is responsible for milk production. So a drop in supply is completely normal. It is safe to continue nursing, but watch out for any uterine contractions.
Yes, if you get pregnant while breastfeeding, the milk supply can drop because of pregnancy hormones. You can try feeding more often to boost it, but sometimes it naturally dries up. Just start introducing cow's milk or formula if the baby is older.
