Patient's question:
I just had my second child a few weeks ago and have been breastfeeding exclusively. However, within less than a month, my milk supply has been decreasing significantly, to the point where the baby can no longer feed properly and is constantly crying. I was wondering if it's common to have insufficient milk after the one-month mark.Doctor's answer:
The more the mother's milk supply decreases, the more frequently the baby needs to suck. Since the baby's sucking force is strong, it can effectively massage the areola using the baby's mouth. The more the baby feeds, the more milk the mother produces. Maintain a good habit of drinking milk daily and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. Traditional foods like pig trotters, chicken soup, and crucian carp soup contain high fat content, which not only blocks milk ducts and hinders milk production but also causes weight gain in mothers. Therefore, it's important to focus on eating the right things to ensure an adequate milk supply.