sir my child is one month old she is not having breastfeeding from her mother what can I do for that ? pls reply me

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A. Hi parent, please consult with a good lactation expert and figure out if there is any latching problem or tongue tie in baby. They can even guide you to try out different holds and techniques for making baby breastfeed. Only breastmilk or formula are main sources of nutrition for babies till 1 year. After 5 to 6 months you can give solid foods to baby after confirmation and guidance from baby's pediatrician. Breastmilk is generated on demand supply basis and the more you feed baby, the better milk supply. Even pumping gives stimulation and increases breastmilk production. Pump a few times a day after feeding baby. Try to have galactagogues like Galact powder three times with milk, lots of roasted garlic I everything, Shatavari, fenugreek seeds cooked with rice, poppy seeds or khus khus, sesame seeds, palak leaves, dill leaves, methi leaves, fennel or saunf, Soaked garden cress (aliv/aalvi/halim), gourds especially ridge gourd, ghee, whole grains, such as brown rice, quinoa, oats, dry fruits such as walnuts, flax seeds, almonds, hazelnuts, dried figs, tofu, paneer, butter, and whole curds, jaggery. Eat healthy diet with lots of citrus fruits, leafy greens, and vegetables. Drink atleast 3 litres of water, and other liquids like fruit juices, coconut water, soups daily. For more guidance join the Breastfeeding support for Indian moms on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/groups/breastfeedingsupportforindianmoms/