Hi Ariella,

Problems with milk supply can be stressful for any mother and it sounds like you don't need any more stress at the moment.  I hope that all the issues get resolved easily and quickly.  In the meantime, there are some things you can do to boost your milk production.  Pumping and eating well are two good first steps.  You might also want to consider supplementing with herbs.  Herbs are commonly used to increase milk supply, with fenugreek and blessed thistle being the two most common.  Alfalfa, nettle, and red raspberry leaf are also excellent choices.  Herbs are typically taken in either tea or tincture form and you may be able to find a pre-blended nursing formula in your local health food store.  Rescue remedy (a Bach flower remedy) can be useful if you are feeling stressed about nursing.  Eating oatmeal is another trick.  Oats are high in iron and b-vitamins.  They are extremely nourishing for the nervous system which makes it great in times of stress.  Many nursing moms find that eating oatmeal regularly helps boost milk production.  I hope that these suggestions are helpful and that your milk supply improves soon.

Brenna Leah Cashman, RNCP