Make sure your milk flows freely. Breastfeeding is a magical experience. How to improve your breastmilk during pregnancy
Improve your breastmilk during pregnancy. To get ready for your breastfeeding journey. Breastmilk is magic. Breastfeeding is your super power.
While doing research on breastfeeding I was amazed by all it does for mama and baby. It made me an even bigger ambassador for breastfeeding. My breastfeeding journey went just as I intend. Saoirse was feeding well from the moment she was born.
I love to share what worked well for us. And hope it does the same to you!
Read on to find out:
The magic of breastfeeding and breastmilk
Breastmilk and breastfeeding has so many superpowers. I love to share all of its magic:
Most nutrient-dense
Breastmilk has all the nutrients (and more) baby needs. Uniquely designed for your baby. The contents of your milk are changing all day. So your milk in the morning is different than in the evening. Suitable for baby being more active or sleeping. It is constantly adapting to her needs. Which makes your body magical milk making machine.
Antibodies for the baby
Mummy’s milk creates antibodies. So that baby doesn’t get sick. And when it happens feels better soon. Breastmilk is changing constantly. When your baby catches bacteria or a virus your breast produce special antibodies. Making sure your baby stays healthy.
Brain stems for optimal brain development
Did you know breastmilk has brain stem cells in it? I was so amazed by this fact! These cells make sure your baby’s brain potential reaches the highest possibilities. Research shows that breastfed babies are learning must faster. So you are not only feeding food you are also improving the brain capacity. Isn’t magical?!
Improve your breastmilk with herbs
In general, a healthy plant-based diet helps to improve your breastmilk. The healthier your body is, the healthier your milk becomes. So be sure to be sweet to yourself and your body. Breastfeeding is amazing! But intense work for your body. So, you will need more fuel (like 500kcal) per day. And extra nutrients.
Shatavari
Shatavari is a natural herb commonly used in Ayurvedic health. This root extract improves the hormonal balances in a female body. Exactly what your body needs for breastfeeding. You can start taking two tablets a day (morning and evening) from week 32 and onward. Also during nursing, these tablets will improve the quality and quantity of your milk.
Breastmilk herbal tea
Drinking lots of herbal tea improves your breastmilk. My doula made me a tasty mix which I highly recommend. It is a mix of Fennel and Anis. Which you can make in bigger quantities and drink the whole day. As I gave birth in Spanish summer I drank the tea mostly cold. But it is also a perfect way to stay warm during wintertime.
Massage and meditation to improve breastmilk
Another way to get your milk flowing is by massaging your breasts. You can do this yourself. Or, even better, let your partner do it!
The first colostrum flow
If you gently press your nipples you might see the first milk: colostrum. When my midwife tried this on me during one of my check-ups I was so surprised it already started! I made it a daily ritual during showering to get used to the sensation and to prepare my body for breastfeeding.
Breast massage
Pressing your first milk out is magical but a massage is much more relaxing! And just as important. You, or even better, your partner can massage your breasts with some massage oil. Again giving your body – and breasts – the love and attention they deserve. They will soon feed your baby!
Meditation
Your intentions are so powerful. You can use the power of manifestation by seeing yourself breastfeeding. Picture yourself in a relaxing place in your home.
Create your breastfeeding spot. Make it comfortable with a relaxing chair or sofa. Additionally place pillows, your favourite items like candles etc. and make an altar. This magical place will soon be your breastfeeding station. You can now use it as your meditation place.
Connect with your baby. Hold your belly and try to make contact with the soul of baby. See yourself giving love and growth by breastfeeding. Getting an abundance of love and energy back from baby. Set your intentions for your breastfeeding journey from your heart. This is a great way to prepare yourself holistically for childbirth and breastfeeding.
Summary – How to improve your breastmilk during pregnancy
Why breastfeeding? Breastmilk gives not only the most important nutrients to the baby. It also has antibodies against diseases. And even brain cells for optimal brain development. Isn’t that magic?
Now you might be wondering… How do I make sure my breastmilk is flowing? So you can enjoy all the breastfeeding benefits?
No worries mama! We got you covered! As there are several ways to improve your breastmilk during pregnancy:
To start: be mindful of your diet. To help your milk flow fluently you can watch your diet. Make the special breastmilk herbal tea and use Shatavari. An ayurvedic herb that promotes breastmilk flow.
On a holistic level, you can prepare yourself and your baby via meditation. Intentions, trust and manifestation are super powerful tools. And, last but certainly not least. Daddy can help by massaging your breasts.
Prepare yourself with love and the milk will flow!
How do you improve your breastmilk?
Enlighten us with your tips in the comment section below. Let’s connect and inspire each other mama’s!
