What is one recommended approach to assist mothers with low milk supply?

Increasing fluid intake and breastfeeding frequency is a well-supported approach to assist mothers experiencing low milk supply. Adequate hydration is crucial for overall health and can influence milk production. When mothers increase the frequency of breastfeeding, it stimulates the breasts more often, which can signal the body to produce more milk. This demand-and-supply principle is central to lactation, as more frequent removal of milk through feeding or pumping encourages the mammary glands to increase milk production.

Additionally, breastfeeding more often helps in maintaining an efficient milk transfer, which can also lead to greater stimulation of the hormonal pathways that promote milk synthesis. This approach is often recommended before other methods, as it aligns with the natural physiology of breastfeeding. Supporting mothers in this way not only aids in improving milk supply but also strengthens the breastfeeding relationship between the mother and baby.