In most cases most mothers can make enough milk. Milk supply is based on supply and demand. Some mothers want the baby to be done feeding in 10 minutes-some infants are rapid, voracious eaters and others are slow, little gourmets). Society in the U.S. has taught women and men that breasts are sexual objects and disgusting to expose a breast to feed a child. This is part of the societal brainwashing by media and big business. The stress in life can impact milk supply-mothers working, family life, maternal depression, mothers being subtly told they can’t produce enough milk to feed their infants, misplaced guidance by the health team to supplement because baby ‘s blood sugar is low, not gaining weight quickly enough, easier for pediatricians to not have to listen to mothers’ concerns regarding milk supply. There are some mothers who can’t breastfeed or shouldn’t: drug abusers, medical issues (HIV status, breast cancer, etc.), PCOS, etc. There are Lactation Consultants in the community to help mothers and provide support. Most insurance companies cover the assistance. Pediatricians are taught little about breastfeeding in medical school and so mothers can be given incorrect advise or limited advise. Past and present maternal medical history is important because thyroid issues, past breast surgeries (implants, reduction, biopsies, nipple piercing), etc. may all impact milk supply. Lack of maternal emotional support from partners and family can play a big part in milk supply. Family, with misplaced help “to help mother sleep“ by giving formula, is often the biggest inadvertent sabotage to breastfeeding. The necessity to return to work early is often another one to impact milk supply. Also all breast pumps on the market are not equal, some are very poor. It is advisable to call a Lactation Consultant or do research before selecting a breast pump. Medicaid and insurance companies are required to provide a breast pump to breastfeeding mothers, but that doesn’t mean the one provided is the best; usually mothers are given a choice among 2 or 3. But mothers often just assume insurance is providing the best, when if you have no preference they will send the cheapest one they can provide and meet government requirements.

In most cases most mothers can make enough milk. Milk supply is based on supply and demand. Some mothers want the baby to be done feeding in 10 minutes-some infants are rapid, voracious eaters and others are slow, little gourmets). Society in the U.S. has taught women and men that breasts are sexual objects and disgusting to expose a breast to feed a child. This is part of the societal brainwashing by media and big business. The stress in life can impact milk supply-mothers working, family life, maternal depression, mothers being subtly told they can’t produce enough milk to feed their infants, misplaced guidance by the health team to supplement because baby ‘s blood sugar is low, not gaining weight quickly enough, easier for pediatricians to not have to listen to mothers’ concerns regarding milk supply. There are some mothers who can’t breastfeed or shouldn’t: drug abusers, medical issues (HIV status, breast cancer, etc.), PCOS, etc. There are Lactation Consultants in the community to help mothers and provide support. Most insurance companies cover the assistance. Pediatricians are taught little about breastfeeding in medical school and so mothers can be given incorrect advise or limited advise. Past and present maternal medical history is important because thyroid issues, past breast surgeries (implants, reduction, biopsies, nipple piercing), etc. may all impact milk supply. Lack of maternal emotional support from partners and family can play a big part in milk supply. Family, with misplaced help “to help mother sleep“ by giving formula, is often the biggest inadvertent sabotage to breastfeeding. The necessity to return to work early is often another one to impact milk supply.

In most cases most mothers can make enough milk. Milk supply is based on supply and demand. Some mothers want the baby to be done feeding in 10 minutes-some infants are rapid, voracious eaters and others are slow, little gourmets). Society in the U.S. has taught women and men that breasts are sexual objects and disgusting to expose a breast to feed a child. This is part of the societal brainwashing by media and big business. The stress in life can impact milk supply-mothers working, family life, maternal depression, mothers being subtly told they can’t produce enough milk to feed their infants, misplaced guidance by the health team to supplement because baby ‘s blood sugar is low, not gaining weight quickly enough, easier for pediatricians to not have to listen to mothers’ concerns regarding milk supply. There are some mothers who can’t breastfeed or shouldn’t: drug abusers, medical issues (HIV status, breast cancer, etc.), PCOS, etc.