BFing moms.. How do I increase my supply?

I have been bfing since the beginning. I have only supplemented when I'm out and can't really give DS a good feeding. When I pump in between feedings, I only get 2-3 ounces out of both breasts. I know DS is getting enough as he's 11weeks old and about 16 lbs but that is when he nurses.

I go back to work in a couple of weeks and I'm very concerned that I will lose what supply I do have. When I pump at 5:30 am, I get about 8-10 oz but that is after going all night without a feeding or pumping.

How do I know my pump is working correctly? Could it be that? What can I do to increase my supply? I already eat oatmeal everyday.

Re: BFing moms.. How do I increase my supply?

Lots of water, you can try fenugreek and/or Mother's Milk tea. I haven't tried the fenugreek or tea yet, but I have the tea to try in case my supply starts to go down when I return to work (tomorrow )

Re: BFing moms.. How do I increase my supply?

I drank the tea, as well as lots of milk and water.

Also- I always made sure to EAT. I refused to be consumed with losing the baby weight. All my meals were high in protein and I didn't cut out any fat- I can't help but feel like this was a reason behind my great supply.

Keep up the pumping- even when there is nothing coming out, keep pumping for a few more minutes and do breast compressions while pumping.

LOVE these websites for all things BFing:

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