The birth of a baby is a great joy and responsibility. And the most important thing for its full growth and development is proper nutrition. And it's made from breast milk. Of course, today there is a large selection of artificial mixtures, but they are quite expensive and cannot completely replace mother's milk. Therefore, prevention of hypogalactia should be carried out already from the period of pregnancy.
Description of the disease
It can manifest itself differently for everyone. Below we will talk about the main types and features of their manifestation. However, in general, it can be characterized as a decrease in the functions of the mammary glands. This can be expressed in a violation of lactation processes, an increase or decrease in the fat content and nutritional value of milk, as well as a reduction in lactation over time (less than five months).
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So far we have very briefly described such a deviation as hypogalactia. What is it, every third knows firsthandmother. However, inside it is divided into a number of subspecies. It can be either early or late. Moreover, early is a variant of the norm. In this case, milk is not available for 10 days after delivery. You can talk about late hypolactia if more than 10 days have passed since delivery.
The causes of hypogalactia will be different in each case. The second gradation divides the disease into primary and secondary. Primary occurs in no more than 5% of women in labor. This disorder is associated with hormonal disruptions. In most cases, it is diabetes mellitus, diffuse, toxic goiter. In these cases, the mammary glands do not produce enough milk.
Secondary hypogalactia is associated primarily with an improperly organized breastfeeding process. Very often this is a late or rare attachment to the breast. In addition, such violation of lactation may be associated with prematurity, infectious diseases of the mother, complications of pregnancy and childbirth, as well as poor nutrition.
And we are finishing considering the types of hypogalactia, and the last classification divides it into true and false. All of these species belong to the first type and are not so common. Much more often, doctors in the hospital are faced with false hypogalactia. That is, enough milk is produced, but the mother thinks that the child is not enough.
Once again about the reasons
We have not considered all cases in which a woman may face such a problem as hypogalactia. What is it, wewe already know, at least we got the initial impression, now let's move on. This disorder can be triggered by certain medications, such as hormones and diuretics.
Sometimes doctors are faced with a woman's reluctance to breastfeed her baby. In most cases, she will justify her decision to switch the baby to formula by the lack of milk or its low nutritional value. Not the best way can play and late attachment to the chest. Therefore, today, even in the delivery room, the baby is given to the mother so that the sucking reflex is developed. And more recently, the popular regulation (1 feeding at three o'clock) was also included in the list of reasons why this deviation may develop. Therefore, the first few weeks after birth, it is recommended to breastfeed the baby as often as possible, with the exception of periods of sleep.
The sleep and rest regimen of a nursing mother should fully meet the needs of her body. Ideally, the mother should definitely sleep during the day with the baby. Excessive physical and mental stress significantly reduces lactation.
Main symptoms
Really, how does a woman understand that she has a lack of breast milk? You don't have to guess if you pay attention to your baby. If there is not enough food, then the child will be capricious, constantly crying and asking for breasts. Even after prolonged sucking, an attempt to take it away from the breast will be accompanied by screams. This will result in poor weight gain. Normally, children should add 20-30 g per day. If you observe thatthe baby does not reach these indicators, or began to lose weight, then immediately inform the doctor about this in order to take action.
Prevention of hypogalactia
Even during pregnancy, you need to make sure that your baby has plenty of milk. To do this, the expectant mother should avoid stress, eat right and go to bed on time. Starting from the second trimeter, you need to prepare the breast for feeding the baby, otherwise it will be difficult to avoid cracking the nipples, and, as a result, refusal to feed. Prevention of hypogalactia for a period of 13-14 weeks consists in a daily short massage and rubbing the nipples with a dry towel. The movements should be gentle and very careful, but they will gradually prepare the mammary glands for feeding, and there will be much less problems.
After the baby is born
Time has flown by and your baby is ready to start breastfeeding. Oddly enough, but the prevention of hypogalactia is carried out even now, directly with a crumb in her arms. The rules below must be strictly observed, since the growth and development of your baby directly depends on this now.
- Dad should also be involved in the night care of the baby so that mom can rest. It is better to agree on this in advance. It is very important that someone help with the housework, then the woman will be able to sleep for several hours and during the day. Lactation is significantly reduced by fatigue, do not forget about this when the thought of labor exploits visits. Let the machine wash clothesthe multicooker prepares dinner, and you will sleep with your precious child.
- Prevention of hypogalactia in lactating women is, first of all, the organization of proper nutrition. The diet should not be too high in calories, but always varied and balanced. In no case should you stick to a diet. Remember that, just like during pregnancy, your body is now the only source of nutrition for the crumbs. Before the first complementary foods, he also receives all the nutrients, vitamins and minerals from the mother. You will still have time to lose weight, but for now, exclude fried, fatty and sugary foods from your diet.
- Lactation is very much dependent on the psychological mood. During pregnancy, you dreamed that when you attach the crumbs to your breast, you will have plenty of milk. So listen to the advice of experienced moms. Breastfeeding a baby is not only good for his he alth, but also convenient for mom, and also beneficial for the family budget.
- The older a woman is, the more problems she may have with lactation. Therefore, the optimal age for having children is called the period from 22 to 35 years. At this time, the female body is ready to provide offspring with milk. However, age-related weakening of lactation is a completely correctable condition, you just need to see a doctor in time.
Treatment
And what to do if there is not enough milk, and the woman really wants to breastfeed the baby? First of all, remember that hypogalactia is not a sentence at all. Treatment is enoughsimple yet effective. With insufficient milk production, nicotinic acid, vitamin preparations, especially vitamin E, are prescribed. Decoctions of medicinal herbs, among them hawthorn, nettle and parsley, are excellent. They have no contraindications for a nursing mother. The diet must include walnuts and hazelnuts, cashews and seeds. In addition, doctors recommend drinking weak tea with milk.
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If you feel that your baby is not getting enough nutrition, then do not rush to buy pharmacy herbal preparations. A folk proven remedy for enhancing lactation is an infusion of dill seeds. A tablespoon of seeds should be poured with a glass of boiling water and left for 2 hours. It is worth drinking it throughout the day, one tablespoon each.
Additionally, you can try to make compresses on the chest in between feedings. To do this, soak a washcloth in hot water. It should be noted that all of these methods work only if the woman herself is determined to breastfeed her baby. Otherwise, do not torture yourself and immediately buy the finished mixture.
Food Details
As we said, what mom eats determines the composition of milk. Therefore, it is very important to consider the nutrition of a nursing mother by months. The table allows a woman to better understand what and when she needs to put on a plate so that the baby grows not only big, but also he althy. It must be remembered that breastfeeding is about maintaining the close bond between mother and child that they had before birth, while theyfunctioned as a single organism.
Most popular mistakes
Most often, a woman is so afraid that the child will remain hungry that she begins to eat a lot and often. This is facilitated by the myths common in society. They convince women that milk production takes a lot of calories that need to be replenished. In fact, a large amount of food (especially refined, fatty) harms both you and the baby. Excess calories are deposited on the sides of a young mother, and toxins from decay products that the body does not have time to process enter milk.
It takes about 500 kcal to produce milk per day. With a sedentary lifestyle, when a woman is constantly at home, near the baby, 2000 kcal per day is enough for her. Accordingly, the diet should not exceed the usual 2500 kcal. Then you will be in good shape, and the child will grow up he althy.
First month, the hardest one
Knowing what the proper nutrition of a nursing mother should be for months (the table is presented above), you can plan your diet in the most difficult and crucial period, when the baby’s stomach and intestines are just getting used to autonomous work. Be sure to drink two liters of pure water, all of it will go to lactation. Until the tenth day, you should follow a strict diet. During this period, you can eat baked apples, bananas, porridge (rice, buckwheat, corn, wheat). Lenten soup is a good option for lunch. Be sure to include boiled, dietary meat in the menu, up to 15 g per day of butter, as well asunrefined, vegetable oils.
From the second week of a child's life (after 10 days), you need to gradually add fermented milk products and boiled fish, eggs, gray bread, boiled potatoes and pasta to the diet. Stewed, baked and boiled vegetables and herbs.
Under the ban during this period is whole cow's milk. Meat broths from any kind of meat should also be given to household members. Raisins are not allowed from dried fruits. Remove all raw vegetables and fruits, except for baked apples and bananas, from the menu. Until you have to feast on fresh pastries and premium flour muffins, as well as treat yourself to tea and coffee. Of course, this list includes canned food and sausages, marinades and pickles, alcohol.
From two to six
Now the diet can be gradually expanded. The baby's body has already started to work and normally digests food. Therefore, mom can afford to include new items in her diet. It is worth keeping a food diary so that you know exactly when and what you ate, as well as what the child's reaction was. You can now add more fresh vegetables and fruits to your diet, as well as cooked foods.
You can cook yourself a lean borscht with tomato juice, complement it with veal or rabbit, quail or chicken. In addition, you can eat seasonal fruits and nuts (except peanuts and pistachios). A few spoonfuls of jam are allowed as a dessert.
From six months to a year
The local pediatrician will definitely tell you how to keep breastfeeding up to six months. However, ideally, it is better to leave it as a top dressing for up to a year. During this period, the babyHe eats on his own, and he needs less milk. Therefore, mom can build her diet in accordance with her wishes. It is permissible to eat exotic fruits and seafood, some legumes and garlic, as well as chocolate. And when, after a year, the baby switches to an independent diet, the mother can breathe a sigh of relief and return to her usual diet. The most difficult and responsible period is coming to an end. Now the child will grow up by leaps and bounds, every day delighting you with new and new achievements.
