my baby is nearly 2 month old, i am giving her formula milk from bottle since last 12 days as my milk is not sufficient to her. now suddenly milk supply is reduced. please suggest how i can increase my milk supply so that i can give her both bottle feed and breast feed. – FirstCry Parenting

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Q. my baby is nearly 2 month old, i am giving her formula milk from bottle since last 12 days as my milk is not sufficient to her. now suddenly milk supply is reduced. please suggest how i can increase my milk supply so that i can give her both bottle feed and breast feed.

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ExpertDr.Rasika ThosarPaediatric Intensivist2 weeks ago

A. for Formula its best to choose formula as your doctor recommends, as per baby's requirements. baby's weight in pounds into 2.5 Oz in 24 hours is needed till 6 months completion more feeding, hydration, nutritious diet all help in breastfeeding.

SarikaMom of 2 children2 weeks ago

A. hello there ma'am please do not worry about it too much and please have shatavari powder with cow milk twice a dy. also have soaked meethi seeds early in the morning. also increase the intake of garlic ginger and green leaves vegetables. take care

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