Peg writes;    >>working with a mom 7
weeks postpartum because her milk supply had dropped and baby was coming off
the breast and not nursing as long. She
has gained 2 lbs so mom thought everything was fine until she suddenly
stopped getting as much milk when whe pumped.<<

I can't really see a problem here based on this info. as Moms most often
interpret their supply as having declined at 7 wks and babies often don't
nurse as long.

>>She gagged with my finger only a
little way into her mouth.  Even gagged wtih the Avent bottle that mom had
been using incorrectly(not putting it in her mouth all the way).<<

It sounds as if she could very well have a sucking issue but if the wt. gain
is good and no sore nipples, why the burning desire to fix it? You say the
feedings are difficult for the Mom but in what way?  I feel as if I 'm
missing something here.....

>>what else can I do to increase moms milk supply???.<<

again, I trust that you must see a real need to do that or you wouldn't be
asking for help but based on what you have shared, which is Mom's perception
only, it is hard to give advice.
Lynn Shea Rn,Bsn,Ibclc
Franklin,Massachusetts

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