Patient's question:
I am 22 years old this year, and it has been a week since I gave birth. However, my milk supply is always insufficient, and the baby can only drink formula. What could be the reason for the lack of milk?Doctor's answer:
There are many factors that affect milk production:1. Related to the ducts. Some mothers may have certain breast diseases, which can block the ducts and hinder milk secretion. Mothers should test this promptly.
2. Related to the frequency of baby suckling. Many new mothers feel shy, and there may be a sense of pain when the baby suckles. Some mothers, for various reasons, do not stimulate their breasts, leading the brain to receive the feedback "a little is enough." Therefore, whether or not there is milk, it is essential to increase the frequency of suckling to allow the brain to work fully.
3. Related to nutrient absorption. Some mothers have poor intestinal absorption, even if they consume rich nutritional foods daily, they still do not absorb them well, and their milk remains scarce.
4. Related to qi and blood. After giving birth, pregnant women will always have depleted qi and blood. It is important to...