Sorry fokes and thanks Dr. Jack, I previously wrote:

"<< She had early problems with milk supply but
 seemed quite relaxed about increasing her supply with eating better (she
 had been intending to diet immediately following the birth), drinking
 more fluids and resting while nursing round the clock. >>

Sometimes I get really confused when I hear statements like this one.  Milk
supply depends on the amount of nipple stimulation which is why we say "supply
and demand" and if the milk needs to be increased then pump to receive extra
stimulation.  Then when, if ever, is mother's diet a problem?  Maybe you wise
ones can remove my confusion hat!"

Well I guess I should clear up my question/concern.  If I had a client walk
into my office I would, of course, find out why the slow weight gain by asking
all of the necessary questions such as how often is (s)he feeding, possibly
how long, breast milk intake via weight checks before/after feeding, in
put/out put, supplementation, etc. I would definitely look into any sucking
problems that may indicate that the baby, although being at the breast
constantly, may not be getting any milk thus the mother is receiving lots of
nipple stimulation but nothing is happening.  These are good things to look
for.  However, I often hear/read that in order "for you to have a good milk
supply, you have to eat well and drink plenty of fluids" or  "you can make
sure your milk supply is good is by drinking plenty of fluids, eating well,
and resting" and I am really wondering how all of you deal with these types of
comments.  To me, these are general statements that give mothers the
impression that they have to maintain a good diet and drink lots of fluids to
assure a good milk supply and many get tired of thinking about it.  Many also
believe, that something as simply as the diet might be the answer!  So do you
ignore these statements or what?  Please help because I would really like to
know what you say.

Thanks,
Yvonne