There may be a point when you are breastfeeding that you have to take medication that reduces your milk flow. Stress can reduce your milk flow too. If you reach a critical level, and your baby is hungry, there are some simple and fun things you can do to bring your milk back.
First off, chill out and lie in bed. Let someone else do the cleaning and take care of the day to day.
Next, eat lots, but have someone else do the cooking. Preferably high protein food like beans and meat. Eat at least six high protein meals in a 24 hour period.
It gets even more fun. Drink beer! What better reason can you have, after your months and months of temperance, than to drink alcohol for the good of your baby?
Drink coffee. Yes, by now you will be guessing that by the time your milk comes back, both you and your baby will be in a somewhat altered state.
Lastly, do anything you can think of that will increase the amount of oxytocin in your bloodstream. Such as have an orgasm or watch a romantic movie with a happy ending.
If you make the self sacrifices necessary to follow this gruelling regimen, believe me, your hardwork will pay off. Both you and your baby will be full, happy, and off your heads.
If you're milk supply hasn't improved after a few hours, seek medical help immediately.
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