Relactating

[momma2b060509]

hi, i have been trying to relactate and i have a few problems. first, my son is ten and a half months and i havnt lactated for seven months. second, my husband can not help he works most of the time. I have a regular pump and my son. i also have been using the marmet technique every few hours except at night. i can not afford to get a high grade pump or medications. ever since i have been working with my breast they have felt fuller, heavier and my areloa is darker and bigger. i have not had a period since i had my son b/c of an iud... so if any of u have any suggestions on how to get an older child to latch or ahy herbs i can take. And how long will it take my milk to come in by doing it this way??

[H696969]

I took Fengreek (SP) to increase my milk supply and it worked pretty quick. Have you looked for a LC in your area. We have one at the hospital that is a great place to get info. Good luck

[Juniper53098]

I 2nd the fenugreek.  Also, I would find a La Leche League leader in your area.

[Paradys]

 Deff. find La Leche, fenugreek, and eat lots of oatmeal. Good luck

[Kat770]

Also, I forget the name of the website you can order it from w/out a prescription, but check into Domperidone.  I have a friend who took that and has been able to breastfeed her adopted son for a long time :)