How to Increase Milk Supply
- Adequate sleep (extra naps), reduced stress (ask for help), relaxed environment, adequate fluids (1 quart of milk and 1 quart of water per day). (Minimum: One 8 oz. glass of fluid every 4 hours while awake)
- Increase the frequency of nursing and minimize the use of the pacifier
- Pump the breasts for 10 minutes after each feeding (see lactation consultant)
