Is there anything I can do now to help have plentiful milk?

Question

So I’m 16 weeks pregnant with my second and with my first I had such a hard time producing. I was able to successfully breast feed for a year but it was a constant battle. I’m wondering if I can do anything now to help produce a lot of milk when baby is ready to come. I really hope I don’t struggle like I did that time.

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There is nothing you can do during pregnancy. That’s not how it works. Milk supply comes in 3-5days after birth. The minute baby is born put baby at breast every 2-3hrs around the clock if not sooner when cluster feeding. Always put baby to breast. In the beginning before supply comes in, colostrum is all baby needs. Don’t use formula as that will only delay supply coming in. Don’t use a bottle or formula as that will result in supply decrease. If you have to do that make sure you pump in replace of any missed nursing session. Baby to breast always first. Supply and demand, that is what breastfeeding is. I highly suggest a breastfeeding class also.

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Take a breastfeeding class. That’s all you can do while pregnant. 
Knowledge is power when it comes to breastfeeding.  Most cases of low supply, isn’t actually from production issues. It is usually user error, unrealistic expectations, and assumptions. 
See an IBCLC once babe is born. Not the LC at the hospital as they are essentially just volunteers. 
Remember that pediatricians are not trained in breastfeeding. Most of their information is based on formula fed babies.
Growth charts are based on formula fed babies and not breastfed. 
Wet diaper output is the best indication at home on if babe is getting enough.

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There ism't anything you can do while pregnant.

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