Not Directly Abundant, Important Facts About Breast Milk Production That Mothers Should Know

Kapan Produksi ASI Dimulai Setelah Persalinan? Simak Faktanya

"When Does Breast Milk Production Start After Childbirth? Check the Facts"

Not Directly Abundant, Important Facts About Breast Milk Production That Mothers Should Know

"Dream -\u00a0Breastfeeding can be a new experience for a mother who has just given birth, especially if this is her first child."

"For mothers who are pregnant and preparing to welcome their first child, the question of when the first breast milk will come out may haunt their thoughts."

"The milk that comes out first after giving birth does not come out in large quantities, but this milk is very important for the baby. It is important for the mother to know the stages of when the milk comes out for the first time. Here is the following explanation."

The translation of "Tahapan ASI" to English is "Stages of Breast Milk."

According to the Obstetrician, Taniqua Miller, there are three stages of breast milk development that occur after birth, namely colostrum, transitional milk, and mature milk.

The translation of "Kolostrum" to English is "Colostrum."

"At this stage, the milk produced is thicker and dark yellow in color. This milk also contains proteins and antibodies to fight infections in the baby," said Miller. According to lactation consultant Abrie McCoy, the breasts have been producing colostrum long before the mother gives birth. Specifically, around the second trimester of pregnancy."

The translation of "Air Susu Transisi" to English is "Transition Milk".

"Transitional milk is the milk that comes out 2 to 5 days after giving birth. Transitional milk is usually lighter and thinner than colostrum. This milk contains additional fat to support the baby until mature milk arrives and can last up to 2 weeks after giving birth."

The translation of "Air Susu Matang" to English is "Mature Milk."

The final stage is mature milk, which is thinner than transitional milk, especially when it first comes out. Then, mature milk can become thicker as the fat content increases towards the end of the breastfeeding stage.

The translation of "Tanda-tanda ASI Keluar" to English is "Signs of Breast Milk Coming Out".

Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved: "Some signs that may indicate breast milk is about to arrive or change into mature milk. These signs include an increase in size, weight, and firmness of the breasts."

"New parents who have just given birth and are breastfeeding can feel when milk production begins based on the sensations they experience," said Amanda P. Williams, Medical Director at Mahmee. According to her, changes in breast firmness can cause pressure and pain, while the breasts and nipples may feel warm and sensitive when touched. Some women may also experience a mild fever for 24 hours."

"Additionally, some mothers experience changes in the way milk flows, ranging from leaking to spraying during breastfeeding. During breastfeeding, the breasts will feel heavy when full and empty after the baby has nursed."

"Dr. Williams also highlighted the indicators of change in infants, including the number of wet and dirty diapers, as well as the infant's ability to sleep for longer periods, as signs that the milk flow has changed from colostrum to mature milk. There are some breastfeeding mothers who experience a delay in the release of breast milk. What are the causes of this?"

The translation of "Penyebab Keterlambatan ASI" to English is "Causes of Delayed Breast Milk."

According to McCoy, the volume of breast milk usually begins to increase within the first 30 hours after birth. If there is no increase within 72 hours postpartum, it is considered delayed onset of lactation (DOL). Several factors that can cause DOL include cesarean delivery, gestational diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), obesity, thyroid problems, and premature delivery.

"Dr. Williams mentioned that premature birth can disrupt the hormonal signals that the baby has been born and needs to be fed. Premature babies tend to be less alert, more fatigued, and have difficulty sucking."

"Finally, delays in lactation can also be caused by retained placental fragments. The delivery of the placenta triggers a hormonal shift from estrogen to prolactin, which stimulates milk production. Therefore, the supply of milk from colostrum to transitional milk to mature milk can be delayed if there are placental fragments that have not been expelled after birth."

How to Overcome Delayed Breast Milk Release.

"Do skin-to-skin with the baby and continue to provide breast milk. This step can stimulate milk production. Keep expressing milk even if the milk is just colostrum or transitional milk. McCoy suggests hand expressing milk as it is more efficient than using a pump. This step aims to send signals to the body to release breast milk."

"Make sure the mother is hydrated, both from drinks and foods like soup and broth. Although there is no set amount of water to increase milk supply, it is recommended that breastfeeding mothers stay hydrated.
Get enough rest
Check if the baby has a proper latch, as an improper latch can delay milk production stimulation.
Report by Amanda Syavira/Sources: Parents.com."

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