Is it normal for milk supply to decrease at 7 months?

In life, there are always some mothers who say that as the baby gets older, their milk supply will become less and less. In fact, this is a very normal phenomenon, because the older the baby gets, the more milk he needs. As the baby gets older, mothers will no longer take supplements, which will lead to less nutrition in the mothers' bodies, and the milk supply will naturally change. So is it normal for the milk supply to decrease at seven months?

It is very common for milk to decrease in seven months. There are many reasons for this, the specific reasons are as follows:

1. Adding formula milk or other foods too early

This is one of the main reasons for insufficient milk supply. Since the baby has eaten other foods and does not feel hungry, he will automatically reduce the time he spends sucking milk. In this way, the milk will automatically adjust and reduce the output.

2. Feeding time is too short

Some mothers limit the number of feedings or the duration of each feeding is too short, which will result in a decrease in breast milk production. In fact, there is no fixed schedule for breastfeeding. The baby can eat when he is hungry; the time of each feeding should also be decided by the baby himself. Sometimes the baby's mouth leaves the mother's nipple, perhaps just to take a break, to catch a breath, or to observe the surrounding environment out of curiosity.

3. Rapid growth period of infants

Around two to three weeks, six weeks, and three months are the fastest growth stages for babies. During this time, the baby will frequently ask to suck milk, which can be said to be the baby's instinct to increase the mother's milk production. If other foods are added at this time, it will hinder the increase of milk.

What to do if the milk supply decreases at seven months

1. Brown sugar and eggs are the most commonly used method to promote lactation;

2. Traditional Chinese medicine for lactation: Rhizoma Rhizoma Rhizoma. The effect of drinking water boiled with Tongcao is also quite good;

3. Apply hot compress + suck + comb with a comb. From the base of the breast to the nipple, it is best to use a fine-toothed comb. If you persist, you will be able to get your milk flowing in two days.

4. Peel the raw pumpkin seeds, add sugar and grind them, take one spoonful three times a day with water, and take it for a week or two to get breast milk.

5. Grind cooked sesame seeds with sugar and take with water to promote lactation.

6. Cook seahorse or tongcao with old hen or pig's trotters and eat the meat and soup. One seahorse or 30g of Tongcao can help with milk secretion.

7. Pangolin 10g; Vaccaria segetalis 15g; Tongcao 15g; Polygonatum 15g; Raw Astragalus 15g (add brown sugar when drinking, the effect of milk is better)

The nutritional value of breast milk is very high, so it is best to provide breast milk when the baby is young. If you find that your milk supply is low during breastfeeding, you need to find out the cause and then try to increase your milk supply. During the breastfeeding period, you must drink plenty of water to ensure sufficient milk and good quality.