How to increase milk supply

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How to increase milk supply . My baby is three months old and he suckles for some time and cries . I am supplementing with formula ans expressed milk. Sometimes even when there is milk he doesn't feed properly. He is always not comfortable while breast feeding.

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Dr. Sharvani Anjanappa

Pediatrician 6 yrs exp Bangalore

Hii Need to assess the feeding technique. Kindly consult.

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Dr. Neha Jain Pediatrician 8 yrs exp Delhi Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Neha Jain

Pediatrician 8 yrs exp Delhi

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First of all, I request you to meet your lactational expert to check for latching. To increase the milk supply you need to at least drink 4 L of water in a day. It may include any of the fluid. You may eat raw papaya, which is very good for milk supply

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Try to eat as healthy as you can, including more green, leafy vegetables