I'm curious about breastfeeding and when my body starts preparing. At what stage during pregnancy does a woman's milk supply typically start to come in or show signs of developing?
Oh my god, I used to worry so much about this during my third trimester because I had absolutely zero leakage! I kept thinking what if I can't feed my baby at all, it gave me so much stress. But honestly, the milk came in beautifully on the third day after my delivery. Please don't overthink like I did, your body is preparing silently.
Actually, your body starts producing colostrum around the second trimester, but the actual milk supply usually comes in 2 to 4 days after delivery. It is completely normal if you don't leak or feel anything during pregnancy itself. It is best to consult your doctor or a lactation specialist who can explain the hormonal process clearly to ease your mind.
When I was staying with my parents, my mother told me that milk doesn't usually start flowing until after the baby is born. Some women might see a few drops of yellow liquid during the late months, which is normal. Don't worry about it right now, your body knows exactly what to do when the time comes.
True milk supply only comes in a few days after childbirth, not during pregnancy. During pregnancy, some light colostrum might leak which is normal, but if you feel any pain, hardness, or redness in the breasts, please check with your doctor. Eating warm oats and drinking fennel water after delivery is great to boost supply naturally.
I am still trying to conceive and often wonder about these changes too, it's all so fascinating and a bit overwhelming. From what I've read, milk doesn't really come in until a few days after you give birth. I hope to experience all this beautiful phase very soon, fingers crossed!
