Patient's question:
After giving birth for a while, the baby never seems to nurse on a schedule. Sometimes they get hungry after a while, and other times they go for a long time without being hungry. My mother-in-law says it's about supply and demand balance. What does supply and demand balance for milk mean?Doctor's answer:
Supply and demand balance of breast milk means the milk you produce is just enough for your baby—not too much, not too little. It usually doesn't swell excessively or leak significantly. Generally, the symptoms are either too much milk or too little. Every person's breasts are different, every body type is different, every sensation is different, and the coordination between the baby and the mother is also different. Some babies and mothers quickly adjust and achieve a balanced supply and demand. For mothers who feel they have insufficient milk, they can drink some milk-boosting soups or allow the baby to consume a small amount of formula milk.