Fenugreek

[Mammy2myboy]

Hi everyone,

Has anyone taken fenugreek to increase milk supply? I started taking it last night and my boys had some pretty impressive nappies today! Just wondered if this is normal.

Have you spoken to a lactation consultant or been to a breastfeeding drop In? I understand it can be done, but don't know anyone who has done it. If you are determined and want to explore every avenue then a private lactation consultant can help. Also try la leche league and also Kellymom.com had loads of resources and information.

Good luck.. do let us know how you get on? X

Yes I did with my son, I produced so much I donated some to a local special care baby unit!

The first and most important thing is to get some support. Call La Leche League. I think they're open until 8.... also have you been getting lots of skin to skin? Don't be defeated by your gp. But make sure you give her a call back when you're successfully breast feeding!!! I've seen lots of studies and articles online of women who have successfully started breastfeeding again. Have a luck- it may give you some motivation xxx

Nice work @downstairs !!

I've been to my local breastfeeding clinic and the nurse there was really positive and supportive !! I've joined my local La Leche League group on Fb but will give them a call tomorrow also. I've done that much reading up on my online that Im slowly driving myself mad !!! I'm just going to keep persevering with a positive attitude !!

Thank you so much for all you supportive and kind comments xxx

Been doing loads of skin to skin and warm baths together etc so 🤞🏽 Xxx

Yes fenugreek is amazing! Also I recorded my baby cryingnand played it though my earphones while feeding if I felt my milk diminishing from the boob my dd was on. It really helped get another let down.