14 days postpartum breast milk supply decreased how to make more?

Question

Hi ladies I’m 14 days pp and I’m exclusively breastfeeding. When my milk first came in I had an abundance I went from being engorged and pumping 5 ounces out like 2 times a day while still nursing my baby every 3 hours to now having super soft breast that barely squirt out anything... I pump to stimulate production and I’m only getting 1 ounce after 20 mins of pumping... I eat oatmeal I eat lactation cookies I drink mothers milk tea 3 times daily I drink lots of water what am I doing wrong?? What can I do to rev up some production? This is breaking my heart please help

Answer

As long as baby is still having enough wet diapers, there’s nothing wrong with your supply. Your baby is most likely getting more of the milk while nursing so there isn’t as much left for your pump. 
Your baby nursing is enough to stimulate production, you don’t need to pump in between too. That is going to cause you to have an oversupply which leads to clogged ducts and higher chance of mastitis. 
I’d put away the pump and supplements and just trust your body and your baby; they know what they’re doing. Supplements aren’t necessary to be able to produce milk. I’ve never taken any and I’ve been EBF for 8.5 months.

Answer

You don't need to be pumping this early, you'll just give yourself an oversupply. Not fun! Your body is still adjusting to what baby needs. Soft breasts don't necessarily mean empty. Mine are always soft except first thing in the morning and if I skipped a feeding. As long as baby has a good diaper output you are making enough milk.

14 days postpartum breast milk supply decreased how to make more?

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