How long does it take to produce milk after cesarean section

Because each mother's physical condition is different, the amount of milk and the time it takes to produce milk are also different. Generally speaking, if a mother experiences breast engorgement after giving birth, it means that the milk is about to burst out. Since the delivery methods chosen by mothers who deliver by caesarean section and those who deliver by natural delivery are different, the time it takes to produce milk after delivery is also different. So how long will it take for mothers who deliver by caesarean section to produce milk?

According to experts, mothers will generally feel their breasts swollen and filled with milk on the third day after delivery, at which time they can let their babies suck on the nipple for the first breast milk. However, some mothers do not feel their milk engorgement on the fourth day, or even on the fifth day. At this time, they can choose to take milk-inducing medicine, or find a professional lactation consultant to induce milk production. They can also find a lactation consultant with certain qualifications and experience to perform acupoint massage to unclog the mammary glands and discharge the existing accumulated milk before breastfeeding. Some mothers have too much milk to feed their babies. At this time, don't worry. You can put a clean nipple on your nipple to help the baby suck. It should be noted that the mother should keep a good mood during breastfeeding, not quarrel or get angry, and ensure adequate sleep. Family members should do the relevant work. If you can do the above basic things, you will definitely have enough milk to feed your baby.

In fact, for mothers, the earlier they breastfeed, the more beneficial it is for the secretion of milk and the growth of the baby. Therefore, it is normal to breastfeed the baby half an hour after a cesarean section. This is generally normal abroad, but most mothers in China are very weak after a cesarean section, and because of the anesthesia, they may need to rest for a day before letting the baby suck the nipple to stimulate milk production. When there is no milk, the baby needs to drink formula milk.

Some babies need to be separated from their mothers for a period of time after birth due to certain reasons, such as premature birth or neonatal jaundice. At this time, if the mother is afraid that the milk will be retained, she can choose to use a breast pump to suck out the milk and then feed it to the baby. In short, stick to breastfeeding to make your baby healthier.