#asktheexperts my baby is 4months 16days old.i have less brestmilk.which medicine take to increase brestmilk.which formula milk is best for babies

2 Answers

Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 5 m old boy4 years ago

A. it is very important to meet your doctor who will tell you whether the weight gain of the child is proper or not and the weight can is proper and in the range then there is no need to change the milk as well as you can continue breastfeeding without going for formula milk

Janani ViswanathanMom of 2 children4 years ago

A. The key is to feed frequently which will inturn increase your milk supply. Milk secretion increases based on demand. So more and more your baby sucks or tries to feed ur milk supply will increase. Garlic or Garlic milk, fenugreek seeds, nuts, oats, green leafy vegetables, ridge gourd, bottle gourd, pumpkin, pulses. Including these in your daily diet can increase milk supply. Also check with your gynecologist and get some supplement like galact granules prescribed. It can also increase breastmilk. Don't leave long gaps between feeds, frequent pumping will increase milk. But still if it not sufficient you can start with formula milk after consulting with your doctor. Formula is prescribed based on the baby's weight and growth levels. And every baby is different. Also different brands come with different composition to meet the varied needs of babies. So you should consult your pediatrician and get the right formula prescribed for your baby.