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Most women don’t have trouble producing enough milk to breast feed.  The ideal way to be sure that your child is getting enough milk is to be certain that she’s well positioned, attached well to the breast, and to feed her whenever she’s hungry.

Some moms that are breast feeding will cease before they prefer to, simply because they don’t think they are producing enough breast milk.

There are signs that might make you think your child isn’t obtaining enough milk.  If your child appears to be hungry or disturbed after eating, or if she would like to* eat more frequently with abbreviated pauses between feedings, you may think she isn’t getting enough milk – often this is not the case.

There are two sure signals that allow you to know your child isn’t taking in enough milk.  If your child is gaining weight at a slow rate or she is passing small amounts of concentrated urine, she’s not getting enough milk.

All babies will lose weight during the first few days after birth.  Babies are born with supplies of fat and fluids, which help them continue for the first several days.

Once your baby recovers her birth weight, she should begin gaining around 200g per month for the first four months or so.  It normally takes a few weeks for a newborn to return to her birth weight.

If your baby’s rate of weight gain appears to be sluggish, don’t hesitate to ask your MD or nurse to watch you breast feeding.  This way, they can be sure your technique is correct and if they believe your baby is breast feeding often enough.

There are some ways that you can increase your supply of milk to aid you with your breast feeding,:
1.  Make sure that your baby is placed correctly and connected to your breast.
2.  Allow your baby to feed as long and as often as she desires.
3.  If you feel that your baby isn’t breast feeding often enough, offer him more opportunities to breast feed.
4.  During each breast feed, be sure you feed from both breasts.
5.  If your child has been employing a dummy, make a point to stop her.
6.  A few babies may be sleepy and unwilling to feed, which could be the cause of troubles with your milk supply.

By following the preceding hints, you’ll do your part in creating enough milk when it comes time to breast feed.  If you are unsure or have additional questions, make sure to ask your doctor, as she will be able to answer any questions you may have.

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