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Susan Keith-Hergert <[log in to unmask]>
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Fri, 2 Apr 1999 06:05:12 -0500
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Thanks so much for verifying my own interpretation of this situation. I was
thinking of giving her nipple shields, starting her on cabbage leaves, and
telling her to pump for now...but to decrease slowly. Here is another thought.
What do you think about sage to help decrease the supply?

I really think we have to go all out...because she is going to quit again if this
is anything like last time.

Susan

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> I have worked with many women with this problem. If this is truly an over
> supply versus just post partum engorgement a nipple shield will help decrease
> her milk supply.  You would need to continue to follow her for a while to
> ensure she doesn't decrease her milk supply to much.  She should not be
> encouraged to pump to often as this will only contribute to her production
> problem. Cabbage leaves applied to the breast will also help make her more
> comfortable during this time. Hope this helps. Let me know how it goes.
> Do you happen to know  hypothyroidism plays a role with decreased milk
> production?  I'm working with a mom who has been nursing for 4 months. She
> has had difficulty keeping her milk supply up. I have recommended to her
> doctor that she have ther TSH checked ( the last time was during pregnancy) I
> know that low thryoid can decrease milk production, I'm just not sure why?
> Good luck Patty RN, IBCLC

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