Patient's question:
I am 28 years old this year. Last month, I had my second child. I have too much milk, and the second child can't finish it alone. Can the milk be given to the older child to drink?Doctor's answer:
If your older child is relatively young and your milk supply is very abundant, breast milk can be given to the older child as well. It can also supplement some nutrients for the older child and avoid waste. Based on your situation, it seems that you were well-prepared before giving birth, and your nutrition is also sufficient. Your milk production is excellent, and the baby simply cannot finish it all. Breast milk is the best nutrition, and you can give the extra milk to the older child. If the milk supply is too abundant and not emptied in a timely manner, it can also harm your body. You can pause or reduce the intake of foods that promote milk production.