Is Baby Getting Enough Breastmilk?

How to Determine if Your Infant Is Receiving Enough Milk

© Jennifer White

One of the most common concerns of the breastfeeding mother is if her newborn is getting enough breastmilk. Learn when not to worry and when to worry.

Most breastfeeding moms are plagued with the question, "Is my baby getting enough breastmilk?" Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions of how to judge whether baby is getting enough breastmilk. With the correct information, mothers can be reassured of their nursing relationship and know when to contact outside help.

Accurate Indicators That an Infant Aged 0-6 Weeks Is Getting Enough Milk

Common Inaccurate Methods of Judging Whether a 0-6 Week Old Infant Is Not Getting Enough Milk:

In the event that a mother is suspicious of a feeding problem, she should seek out the help of a qualified lactation consultant immediately. Lactation consultants can help diagnose the problem and can suggest necessary interventions. With the right help, mothers and babies may be encouraged to successfully continue their breastfeeding relationship.

Resources:

"The Ultimate Breastfeeding Book of Answers" by Jack Newman, MD, FRCPC in the USA, Prima Publishing, 2000

"The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding" by La Leche League International Authors published by Penguin, 1997


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