If I stop night nursing, will my milk supply decrease?
⚡ Short answer: Reducing nighttime feedings can affect milk production because prolactin (the hormone that makes milk) is at its highest levels at night.
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If I stop night feedings, will my milk supply drop, and what should I do to protect my supply?
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Reducing nighttime feedings can affect milk production because prolactin (the hormone that makes milk) is at its highest levels at night. But it is possible to protect your supply.
To protect it, here's what you can do:
- Increase daytime nursing frequency (add the number of feedings you're losing at night to daytime)
- When you wake at night, empty your breast by hand or with a pump (for a few days until your body adjusts to the new routine)
- Drink plenty of fluids and eat enough calories
- Phase out gradually rather than abruptly (drop one night feeding, wait 3-4 days, then drop another)
If your baby is under 6 months old, nighttime feedings are usually still necessary, so I'd recommend planning this transition with your baby's doctor. If your baby is over 6 months and eating solids, your body usually adapts to the new routine within a few weeks.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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