How to massage breasts to promote lactation

Many women will have the problem of not having enough milk for their babies after giving birth, so we need to learn some methods to stimulate lactation. Some friends choose to drink milk-inducing drinks, which has a certain effect. In fact, we can also do massage to induce lactation on the basis of diet. Let the experts tell us how to massage to promote lactation!

Lactation massage method: Breast cleaning and massage techniques, use a clean towel dipped in warm water, wipe in a circular motion from the center of the nipple to the areola, apply hot compresses on both sides in turn, 15 minutes on each side, and cooperate with the following massage methods:

a. Circular massage

Place your hands above and below the breasts and massage the entire breast in a circular direction;

b. Spiral massage

Hold the breast with one hand, and massage the nipple with the index and middle fingers of the other hand in a spiral shape;

c. Acupressure massage

Place your hands on both sides of your breasts and squeeze from the breasts to the nipples.

Ways to increase milk secretion Nipple correction method

All kinds of problems related to insufficient milk supply for mothers can actually be improved. You can use the nipple correction method: place the index finger and thumb of the left or right hand on both sides of the areola, press down first, and then push to the sides; or use the nipple as the center point and massage in a symmetrical manner left and right, up and down. This method will make the nipple more prominent. In addition, you can also pay attention to the care of your breasts and nipples before giving birth. You can wash your breasts with clean water when taking a bath, but do not clean the nipples too hard to avoid causing early contractions of the uterus.

Feed frequently and let your baby suck your nipple more.

In fact, the less milk the mother has, the more times the baby should suck; because the baby's sucking force is greater, the baby's mouth can be used to massage the areola. A baby's relationship with breast milk begins after birth. When a baby is held at the mother's breast, it will naturally begin to seek out the nipple. It is recommended that new mothers should not stop their children from sucking the nipple just because there is no milk at the beginning. Instead, they should let their children have more contact with the nipple. Gradually, the baby will learn to suck on his own. Since the baby uses all his strength to suck, it will hurt the mother's nipples. Mothers should never refuse to breastfeed their babies because of fear of pain!

The mother should feed the baby once every 2 to 3 hours, but still need to feed according to the baby's needs. Feed your baby whenever he is hungry. The more you feed, the more milk he will produce. As for whether your baby is getting enough milk, you can check his diapers. As long as you change at least 6 to 7 diapers a day, it means your baby is getting enough milk.

I believe that through the above introduction, every mother will no longer have the problem of not having enough milk for her child. Children can only be healthy if they grow up drinking milk. We must ensure that the mother has enough milk to feed the child. We cannot always use milk powder to feed the child. We hope that our suggestions above can help every mother, and we also hope that every baby can grow up healthily.