Patient's question:
What is the reason for a lack of milk after childbirth for a pregnant woman?Doctor's answer:
Hello: It is essential to provide mothers with sufficient nutrition and good rest conditions after childbirth. When feeling that milk supply is insufficient, the frequency, duration, and intensity of infant suckling should be increased, with particular attention paid to whether the latch-on position is correct. Ensuring the areola is drawn into the mouth is a key factor in increasing milk production. Some people believe their milk is too thin (commonly referred to as "gray milk") and stop breastfeeding, which is extremely wrong. When milk is secreted, the first to be expelled is foremilk, which appears as a greenish watery liquid containing rich proteins, lactose, vitamins, minerals, and water, often mistakenly labeled as "gray milk." In reality, this watery milk is normal. The milk at the end of breastfeeding is called hindmilk, which contains more fat and appears white, providing over 50% of the total energy in breast milk, making it crucial for the child to be well-fed. Therefore, both foremilk and hindmilk are essential for infant growth. A feeding duration of 15–20 minutes ensures that both foremilk and hindmilk are consumed. For those who still feel their milk supply is insufficient after using these methods, under the guidance of a doctor, they can use traditional Chinese and Western medicine to stimulate milk production.Stewed pig trotters with peanuts are an excellent food for boosting milk supply.