Patient's question:
Female, 32 years old, wants to wean her baby from breastfeeding during this period because she doesn't have much milk and is afraid that the quality is not good and will affect the baby's development. She wants to switch to formula and wants to know how many days it will take for the baby to stop drinking breast milk and have it completely gone.Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, it is recommended to consume more foods that help reduce milk supply during weaning, such as eating chives or brewing water with toasted malt. Massaging frequently can also help prevent the occurrence of breast abscesses. You can gradually reduce the amount of breastfeeding. If you experience severe engorgement, you can use a warm towel to apply heat, then combine it with massage. Otherwise, it may lead to the formation of milk knots, causing breast pain and other issues. Additionally, it is important to develop good daily habits, maintain a regular sleep schedule, avoid smoking and alcohol, and increase physical exercise.