class 2 Flashcards
galactagogue
an agent that promotes the secretion of milk- called also lactagogue
hydration is key for supporting breastfeeding
teas are really supportive
-herbs in tea form rather than tincture
tints work really really well can surprise the mother with tender breasts
boasting supply:
galactagogues
productions peak in the afternoon and so does appetite
continue the prenatal- for breastfeeding & potential pregnancy
ensure this is all digestible, grounding, warming
curry flavours, good spices getting a hyper amount of nutrients)
whole grains, especially oatmeal: ideally soak/ fermented
darling, leafy greens: alfalfa, kale, spinach, broccoli
Garlic& ginger
chickpeas
essential fatty acids: flaxseeds, walnuts, salon, sardines, mackerel, soybeans, chia
seeds
Nut & seeds, especially almonds: raw, ideally, ideally soaked/ sprouted
papaya
role of fatty acids
speaks to the core nutrient profile- especially their inflammation (omega-3’s)
if they can tolerate eggs
food based studies are observation
all nuts and seeds are helpful in this profile
papaya
postpartum wound supporting & high in vitamin C
Herbs before the milk comes in you might see engorgement
aniseed, blessed thistle, caraway seeds, fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, goats rue and vervain
caraway-2 parts
fennel-1 part
aniseed- 1 part
fenugreek- 2 parts
aniseed- 1 part
menstration will start when food is introduce and there are longer periods of infant sleep (8hrs example)
we will see drops in supply when they become pregnant again
water:
what are you drinking out of(use bigger container)
are you using a straw?
putting some frozen berries, or flower essence
stay away from dehydrationg beverages: caffeine, energy drinks, pop
consumes 2-3l/day, 500mls between each breastfeeding session for a other breastfeeding 6x a day
hibiscus tea!! (milky sweet and the colour does a trick sting it is easier to consume–with some honey)
coconut water!! & electro light supports/ minerals (frozen raw coconut)–or throw coconut meat in water to make your own
hydrating veggies & fruits
use wet foods rather than dry foods
(crackers, cheese, sandwiches are drying—soups, congee)
limiting refined and processed foods; reducing packaged foods to reduce refined sodium intake
take away refine sugar intake (these increase peeing because the KD deals with the sugar)
baby wearing & skin-skin
promotes prolactatin production (also oxytocin)
pumping in addition to breastfeeding:
we want additional stimulation (pumping does not replace breastfeeding–from sucking/ emptying method and hormones realized)—work with the environment look at photos of the child if not around the when breastfeeding
pumping to increases supply is most effective when it is used in addition to regular breastfeeding to remove more milk according to the demand and supply principle of location. Hospital grade pumps are most effective at increasing production
alcohol
mainly has to do with safe practises (might role over or squish air ducks)
offering breast for baby to suckle:
as much as possible; even if you feel your supply is low & baby gets fussy at the breast, having them there really helps to stimulate your supply
Sodium: is used to help absorb and retain water
support retention! (lemon & salt- through osmosis water follows the salt)
ideal that peeing a lot means we are letting out more water..
add some salt and decrease the caffeine
seaweed, miso
Consider stress
podcast to listen to unruffled- Janet Lansbury
do one thing a day to do( go shopping or coffee with friend–everyones copacsidy is different)
mental, physical & emotional psychological this impedes the supply (support the physical environment –don’t put more pressure on the mom with verbal interactions from practitioners)
–sleep supports, xue sugar management, protein intake (take away the diet mentality and weight management)
sleep
sleep when/ if possible
low calorie or carbohydrate intake:
include whole grains, complex carbohydrate (root vegetables, squash)