How do I increase milk production? I'm breastfeeding.
How do I increase milk production? I'm breastfeeding.
user
My understanding is that humans make milk using the hormone prolactin, and if you have low prolactin production, you may have difficulty breastfeeding.  There is a medication you can take to stimulate prolactin production, so I suggest you talk to your doctor about that.
assistant
Okay, any other advice? I don't want to use medication if I don't have to.
user
You might also try more frequent feedings, as the prolactin is activated by suckling.  Also, get some rest, as the body needs to produce prolactin when you're asleep.
assistant
All right, that makes sense.
user