Any suggestions welcome! 😕

Pumping is not an indicator or supply. Do not judge based off that. During Growth spurts, your body will adjust and make more...it just takes a day or so. Nursing frequently is the best way to keep up. Babies only need about 25 oz of milk a day so no need to supplement. 

Kayla, the amount you pump is normal. Why don't you stop formula and breast feed every 2hrs or so? The more you feed, the more milk you will make. I try freezing some milk, which I then use during growth spurts instead  of supplementing with formula

Your pump output is actually normal! Normal range is 1/2 oz to 2 oz combined. 😊 I felt better when I was told that and realized I was actually producing more than the average woman. Also, as mentioned, pump output doesn't indicate how much baby is getting at the breast. Babies are much more efficient than pumps. The very best way to increase supply is to nurse nurse nurse. It's all about supply and demand. The more you nurse, the more your body will make. Keep in mind too that EBF babies do not increase their intake as they grow like formula fed babies do. An EBF baby when taking a bottle should take between 1 to 1.5 oz (I believe this is correct, check KellyMom to confirm, I know the low number is right) per hour. So if he feeds every 2 hours, 2-3 oz is probably enough for him. Breast milk changes composition as baby grows so that they don't need more. Keep it up, you're doing great momma! Just be confident in your body. If you feel the need to supplement, that is your decision, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. But, I think you're doing better than you believe you are. 😊

Sadie is right! I pumped exclusively for a few days and I pump anywhere from 5-12oz at a session. But I also still mainly pump now with a few breastfeeds here and there. Trying just pumpin at least 8 times a day and see what happens. Or try pumping after breastfeeding and make sure you drain your breast as much as possible. Hand express after pumping to get every drop. The more you get out the more the body makes. 

Keep in mind that just because he is eating more formula when he is done nursing, it doesn't mean that he is still hungry. Babies that age will eat because they like to suckle. Your pump output is fantastic considering he is only 4 weeks! I would just stop feeding formula. It might be hard to trust your body at first, but I really think that you are producing just fine. Also, it might seem like the breast is empty, but it's almost impossible to fully empty a breast. Let him nurse as long as he will. If he still seems hungry, hold off for a half hour or so and try to nurse him again. I promise he will not starve. Just keep an eye on his diapers to make sure. If he is pooping and peeing regularly, he is getting everything he needs. You are doing great, momma. I'm very proud of you for doing what is best for your son. 

Don't feel guilty! You're doing great :) anyways, I've heard amazing things about mothers milk tea, maybe you could try that! Obviously drink tons of water to stay hydrated, that will help your supply. I notice on days when I drink more water my supply is better. Something else I've read that is good for mothers with low supply is breast compressions, basically it helps to get the milk flowing faster, I use these sometimes when my son starts to fall asleep while nursing and I can tell that it works. You can read further about them on breastfeedinginc.ca and it'll explain it better than I can. Good luck! :) 

I had the same problem. I quit breastfeeding & just strictly pumped for like two weeks. I pumped every two hours & it really helped to up my supply. I now make almost up to 3 oz per boob. I sometimes put him on my boob in the middle of the night if I fall asleep & forget to take a milk out the fridge.