Milk supply decreased?

[myheartsathome11]

HELP!! My daughter is almost four months old and the past few days she hasn't been nursing as much as she usually does. She has reflux sometimes does had a hard time with feedings. I've tried to pump and give her a bottle but I can't even get 1 oz. I don't know what to do! I really don't wanna give her formula...Should I call the doctor?

[RunawayBunny]

If it were me, i would continue feeding at the breast on demand and monitor wet diapers. I cant remember how many is appropriate at four months, but maybe someone can chime in. Baby may be getting done with a growth spurt and just not need as much.

If you think the reflux is really to blame and you want to use a bottle, try pumping while nursing. Some women have better luck stimulating a let down that way.

If baby isnt having enough wet diaps, i would find a lactation consultant and then your baby's doc.

[Connor]

Originally Posted by RunawayBunny If it were me, i would continue feeding at the breast on demand and monitor wet diapers. I cant remember how many is appropriate at four months, but maybe someone can chime in. Baby may be getting done with a growth spurt and just not need as much. If you think the reflux is really to blame and you want to use a bottle, try pumping while nursing. Some women have better luck stimulating a let down that way. If baby isnt having enough wet diaps, i would find a lactation consultant and then your baby's doc.

5-7 wets

Yeah, I agree. If she's soiling enough diapers, no need to worry.