Im in my last trimester and started thinking ahead about feeding once baby comes. My MIL says some things you can start eating now itself to help milk supply later. Is that true? what worked for u ladies?
Hey! So usually, actual milk production, what we call lactation, starts after the baby is born. During pregnancy, your body produces colostrum, which is the first milk. The apps I used focused on preparing for breastfeeding, like learning about latching and feeding cues, rather than increasing milk *during* pregnancy. Maybe you're thinking of increasing milk supply *post-delivery*?
Oh, I totally understand wanting to do everything you can for your baby, even before they arrive! It's such a natural instinct to think ahead. But darling, actual breast milk, the proper supply, really kicks in after your little one is born and starts feeding. Your body is doing amazing work preparing now, just focus on nurturing yourself, and the milk will come when your baby does, believe me.
Dear, your milk supply really starts establishing after your baby is born and you begin breastfeeding. During pregnancy, your body produces colostrum, which is thick and yellow, and very important for the baby's first few days. Don't worry about increasing milk now; focus on a healthy diet and rest. Once the baby is here, frequent feeding and proper latch will be key to building your supply.
Actually, increasing milk supply usually becomes a focus *after* delivery, when you're breastfeeding. During pregnancy, your body is just preparing for it. For breastfeeding, I'd say focus on good nutrition and staying hydrated, rather than buying expensive supplements now. After the baby comes, proper latch and frequent feeding are most important, those don't cost anything.
Actually, significant milk production (lactation) doesn't typically start until *after* you deliver the baby. During pregnancy, your breasts are developing and preparing to produce colostrum. If you're experiencing actual milk leakage or production concerns during pregnancy, it's always best to discuss it with your gynaecologist, just to be sure everything is progressing normally.
