Your baby's symptoms may include:
Your symptoms may include:
Having too much milk can be frustrating. But there are things you can do to care for yourself and your baby.
If you think you have too much milk, talk to your doctor or lactation consultant. They can help you. They may advise you to:
If your breasts still feel uncomfortable after nursing, try a cold compress to reduce swelling. You can use a frozen wet towel, a cold pack, or a bag of frozen vegetables. Apply it to your breasts for 15 minutes at a time every hour as needed. To prevent damage to your skin, place a thin cloth between your breast and the cold pack.
Milk oversupply happens when your body makes more milk than your baby uses. It's sometimes called overabundant milk supply or hyperlactation. With oversupply, your milk may come out very fast. This can make it hard for your baby to swallow it. Oversupply usually only lasts for a few weeks after your baby is born.
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