Patient's question:
During postpartum, if you're feeling down, it can lead to a decrease in milk supply. How long does it usually take for milk to increase after consuming tongcao? What ingredients should tongcao be stewed with for the most effective results?Doctor's answer:
During the postpartum period, if your mood is poor and milk production decreases, it is likely due to liver qi stagnation leading to blocked qi flow, causing poor milk secretion. It is recommended to stew Danggui (Asiatic Angelica) and pig trotters together. Additionally, you can add Chai Hu (Bupleurum), Xiang Fu (Angelica Sinensis), Si Gua Luo (Luffa Fruit), Chuan Shan Jia (Chinese pangolin), and Wang Bu Liu Xing (Herba Leonuri) for better results.Hello, you can massage your breasts to stimulate milk production. Sometimes, milk production decreases due to poor blood circulation in the breasts, possibly caused by previous compression. You can gently massage the base of your breasts in a clockwise direction with both hands. Do this for about half an hour each day, and within a few days, your milk supply should significantly increase.