Decoding low milk supply
The number one reason that new mums do not initiate early breastfeeding after birth is the same as why mothers give do not continue to nurse for as long as the stated standard recommendation—a minimum of first two years of the baby’s life. That reason, in my several years of experience in supporting mothers, is none other than the concern of low milk supply. Strangely, however, I began to notice that milk supply issues are much easier to address than most other breastfeeding related issues. That seems to open up a whole different discussion and perspective. Many mothers may find that quite surprising and often get interested to know why and how.
Most, if not all, new mothers, their family and friends often think low supply is the cause for breastfeeding not going well. This has a potential to make new mothers feel inadequate and insecure. On the other hand, mother-to-mother support forums and groups tend to think that milk supply issues are
