I am trying to find references which explain reasons why a women may have her
milk supply almost disappear overnight. The mom has been nursing for 9
months. Infant nurses 5X per day-which baby has been doing since 4-5 months
of age. Infant eats baby food but no other milk source. Only change is return
of menses this month. Mom noticed a decline in supply over last 3 days. Has
increased offering the breast, is pumping also now trying herbs. Mom anxious
because this happened with her last child at about the same period of time.
She very much wants to keep nursing. I would appreaciate any comments. Can
return of menses cause this dramatic of effect on her supply? Any hints on
ways to combat the problem? I have been looking though Riordan & Auerbach and
not finding anything specific about how the return of menses plays a role a
milk supply.
Thanks, Patty

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