How can I go about restarting breastfeeding?

Answer by  Danellia (134)

You have several options depending on the length of time since you last breastfed and your normal milk production quantity. If it hasnt been long you maybe able to just let your baby suckle at the breast and bring your milk back in. If it has been some time you can start to pump and drink mother milk tea.

Answer by  Meagan87 (197)

If you have ceased nursing you can restart within a few weeks by using a supplement called Fenugreek and also Mother's milk tea. You must stimulate your nipples constantly.

Answer by  Helen70 (23)

You need to get in contact with a qualified Lactation Consultant who can give you the extended support you will need. There may be one attached to your local hospital. The process might take a while but it's well worth it so keep at it!

Answer by  amber33 (1941)

If you already started giving your infant formula it is going to be hard because the formula feels them up faster and taste sweeter.

Answer by  afamb (557)

If you have not breast fed for a while it will be difficult to get your milk supply back up and going. But you can attempt to use a breast pump throughout the day for this. Every time your baby wants to eat, you should be pumping. Make sure you pump both breasts equally.

Answer by  Carol57 (70)

Let the baby suck on the breast briefly before giving it the bottle of formula. This may be more successful if the infant is not desperately hungry. The stimulation of the sucking causes the hormones to kick back in produces lactation. Pumping can also help.

Answer by  baby75 (126)

The more milk you remove from breast the more milk it will produce. For restarting breast milk feeding, start feeding the child four to five times a day even if the milk is very little. Gradually quantity of breast milk will increase. You can use pump, which will stimulate the breast resulting in producing more milk.

Answer by  Roland27 (16334)

You can take a perscription medicine to start your supply if you dried up. It doesn't always work very well.

Answer by  MelindaS (1694)

The most important thing with restarting breastfeeding is to let your infant nurse as often and as long as possible. Your body will produce as much milk as the baby demands (by eating), so allow lots of time for nursing. Also, try to relax, and drink lots of water.