When does a nursing mother need lactation pills?

Lactation tablets help increase the flow of breast milk. But in some cases, such an effect is not observed, and the whole point is that the milk burns out or decreases in quantities due to stress, low fluid intake, and poor nutrition.

If you don’t normalize a woman’s emotional state, adjust her diet, and increase the volume of fluid consumed during the day, then even the most effective drugs will give the desired effect. Pharmacies have a large selection of drugs that help increase lactation; they all contain herbal ingredients and are completely safe for both mother and child.

When are lactation pills needed?

The main food for a child in the first six months of life should be breast milk. It not only gives the baby useful substances and strengthens his immunity, but also spiritually connects mother and child. There are only 1-3% of women who are naturally unable to breastfeed. And some may have problems with low milk supply over time.

How can you immediately understand that there is not enough milk? This is indicated by changes in the child’s behavior:

• Anxiety when feeding;
• Weight gain – up to half a kilogram per month;
• Lack of appetite;
• Dry mouth, lethargy;
• Rare urination.

To prevent milk from wasting, young mothers must adhere to the following rules:

• Proper nutrition, plenty of water in the diet;
• Comfortable underwear;
• Quiet and calm environment during feeding;
• Feeding the baby on demand;
• Introducing to breast milk immediately after childbirth;
• Correct positioning of the child when eating.

If these rules are followed, the problem of missing breast milk will not arise.

Hormonal drugs to increase breast milk lactation

Hormonal preparations are created on the basis of progesterone and estrogen, thanks to which it is possible to increase the amount of prolactin and develop the safest possible scheme for stimulating lactation. However, young women should be concerned about following the basic principles of breastfeeding and taking the correct course of treatment.

Hormonal drugs are taken only as directed and with mandatory medical supervision. Otherwise, there is a risk of uterine bleeding, swelling of the mammary glands, and discomfort when breastfeeding the baby.

Domperidone (Motilium)

Domperidone is one of the most effective drugs that can improve lactation. This medication increases the production of prolactin by the pituitary gland and suppresses dopamine, which is a biochemical precursor of adrenaline. According to this scheme, the volume of breast milk production increases. At the same time, Domperidone improves gastrointestinal motility and has an antiemetic effect. It should be noted that the medicine is taken only as prescribed by a doctor and it is not recommended only for increasing lactation. The use of the drug is justified only with an integrated approach to eliminating the deficiency of mother's milk during lactation.

In what cases is it permissible to take Domperidone to normalize lactation?

1. Inability to put the baby to the breast or maintain feeding through regular pumping.
2. A decrease in the amount of breast milk produced due to taking birth control medications with estrogen or progesterone. In this case, the use of oral contraceptives is first abandoned.
3. The drug is allowed to be used when lactation is resumed after a forced break. However, high efficiency is not guaranteed, since in any case the baby will need to adjust to his mother, which includes frequent breastfeeding.
4. Transition from mixed feeding to breastfeeding.

Thus, Domperidone is prescribed only if there are appropriate indications. Otherwise, drug therapy will be unnecessarily dangerous.

Side effects

When the hormonal drug is used correctly, there are practically no side effects. The amount of hormonal medication entering mother's milk is insignificant, so there is no effect on the baby.

Side effects usually occur in the following ways:

• headache;
• abdominal cramps;
• dry mouth;
• changes in the menstrual cycle.

Compliance with the rules for taking Domperidone guarantees complete restoration of lactation.

Directions for use and dosage

The optimal dosage is ten mg three times a day. The drug is prescribed half an hour before meals. Increasing the dosage of the drug does not affect the amount of milk produced.

Positive changes in lactation can be noticed 3 to 4 days after the start of the drug course, but you need to remember about the individual aspects that affect the effectiveness. In some cases, a final conclusion about the benefits of the drug can be made only after 4 to 6 weeks.

Withdrawal of the drug

The drug is discontinued after determining its uselessness or restoration of lactation. In this case, it is also recommended to act according to a certain scheme.

At the very beginning, reduce the dosage by one tablet per day. After this, the amount of milk produced is monitored for several days (4–5). Then you are allowed to reduce the dosage by one more tablet. This regimen is continued until the drug is completely stopped.

If the amount of milk decreases, it is recommended to return to the previous dosage. It is observed for two weeks.

If you cannot completely stop taking the drug, you will be able to switch to the minimum dosage.

If there is no benefit, discontinuation of the medication is carried out only after individual consultation with a doctor.

The drug Maxeran, based on metoclopramide, has a similar effect. However, its use is associated with side effects. Domperidone is a safe medicine.

Homeopathy to increase lactation

Homeopathic remedies contain extracts of various medicinal herbs and plants that help improve lactation. Such drugs are produced in the form of granules, tablets or small capsules. The thoughtful composition of homeopathy, which is natural, is a major benefit for many new mothers.

Some of the most popular drugs are Lactogon and Shirafza. Most new mothers are interested in treatment with either of these two available treatments.

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Mlekoin is an effective homeopathic medicine based on herbal components. It is completely natural, thanks to which it has only benefits.

The composition of Mlekoin includes:

• stinging nettle. This component has a positive effect on the endocrine system and promotes the production of the pituitary gland, which is responsible for prolactin and lactation;
• sleep grass. This plant normalizes blood circulation, activates the production of breast milk, restores menstruation in young mothers;
• Abraham tree. The component provides support at the level of the endocrine system and improves mood.

Mlekoin is produced in the form of granules that need to be absorbed. Take from five to ten granules per day (the dosage is determined individually, taking into account the specifics of the situation). It is advisable to take it half an hour before meals.

Homeopathic medicines are taken only according to a specific regimen and after an appropriate doctor’s prescription.

What components should lactation preparations contain?

A nursing mother should definitely consult a doctor who will suggest an effective and suitable remedy. All such drugs are divided into three types.

• Natural are healthy oils and herbs. Dill, nettle, cumin, and royal jelly are good for increasing the flow of breast milk.
• Combined dietary supplements are the most popular medications among mothers. These tablets contain natural ingredients. Dietary supplements can also be in the form of herbal tea.
• Homeopathy - granules with natural ingredients. They include twig, nettle, meadow lumbago, and other medicinal herbs.

Myths about drugs to improve lactation

There are many misconceptions about how they work and what they contain in products that are used to increase breast milk volume.

1. It is generally accepted that the drugs are safe. In fact, many of them can cause severe allergic reactions because they contain active allergens.
2. The idea that milk will be produced only under the influence of special medications is erroneous. Breastfeeding is a process in which the baby and mother participate. With proper attachment, feeding on demand, and no health problems, the flow of fluid should be absolutely natural.
3. The safest means for lactation are herbal preparations that can be bought on the market. It's a delusion. Homeopathic medicines are considered safe, but they must be certified and do not contain harmful substances.
4. Many people believe that lactation products can be used unlimitedly. But all drugs have strict dosages. Herbal tea, if taken too much, can cause diarrhea and other symptoms of stomach upset.

Additional feeding stimulation methods

Before starting medication, a new mother can take the following steps to produce milk:

• Learning proper latching techniques.
• A varied and healthy diet. Favorite foods include carrots, oatmeal, dill, sesame seeds, almonds and cashews.
• Sleep at least 8 hours.
• Herbal teas.
• Breast massage - done independently, in circular movements with light pressure.
• Taking vitamins.
• You should not give your child anything to suck on. If you need to feed it, it is better to do it with a spoon.
• Favorable atmosphere in the family.
• During feeding, the mother is recommended to relax and think only about the positive, preferably about the baby.

Breast massage
The most important stimulation points include feeding at night. The mother should feed the child at any time if she wishes. Also, during sleep, the baby should be as close to the mother as possible.

Drugs that increase milk production (lactation) in nursing mothers.

Almost every woman (if there are no contraindications) who has carried and given birth to a child can and should feed him with her breast milk. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. And not only because the woman does not want to breastfeed. Some may experience hypogalactia (from the Greek hypo - low and gala - milk), or insufficient milk production from the mammary glands. Sometimes pregnant women, who have heard about this problem from friends and relatives, worry about whether they will be able to breastfeed their baby. And those young mothers whose children do not gain enough weight usually associate this with a lack of milk. However, experience shows that hypogalactia is not fatal at all, it can be prevented.

Why does lactation decrease?

True (or primary) hypogalactia is rare, occurring in no more than 5% of women, which is associated with their health status (in particular, serious hormonal disorders). In other cases, a lack of milk can be caused by a number of avoidable reasons. We list the main ones:

• the woman’s lack of dominant lactation (as experts call the psychological mood for breastfeeding);
• poor nutrition during pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• unfavorable family circumstances: stress, need to go to work, etc.;
• rare attachment of the baby to the breast;
• early and unjustified introduction of supplementary feeding with human milk substitutes and non-dairy complementary foods;
• feeding the baby not at the baby’s request, but according to a schedule.

During established breastfeeding, your milk supply may suddenly decrease. This condition is called a lactation crisis. Usually it happens like this. A growing baby needs more and more milk, and the baby’s appetite may increase not gradually, but in leaps and bounds. In this case, the mother’s body does not seem to have time to adapt to the increased demands of the child. In addition, it is during these periods that a temporary change in hormonal levels may occur, which also affects the amount of milk. Typically, lactation crises occur at 3-6 weeks, as well as at 3, 4, 7 and 8 months of lactation. Their duration is on average 3-4 days, and they do not pose a danger to the child’s health. If a mother knows about the possibility of lactation crises and, at the first signs of it, begins to put her baby to the breast more often, then she successfully overcomes this temporary condition by increasing the volume of milk.

How do you know if your baby doesn't have enough milk?

The main symptoms of a lack of breast milk are:

• insufficient weight gain per month;
• decreased daily volume of breast milk;
• child's anxiety;
• a symptom of “dry diapers”, indicating a decrease in the daily volume of urine (a breastfed baby in the first months should urinate at least six times a day, and the urine should be colorless or pale yellow).

Table.
Main specialized products recommended for women during pregnancy and breastfeeding to stimulate lactation Group No.

Products	Manufacturer	a brief description of
Powdered milk and soy mixtures
I	"Femilak"	Nutritek, Russia	Dry fortified milk mixture enriched with polyunsaturated fatty acids and taurine
"Enfa Mama"	Mead Johnson, USA	The same, without taurine
"Dumil Mama Plus"	International Nutrition, Denmark	The same, without taurine
"Olympic"	OJSC "Istra"/"Nutritsia"	Dry fortified mixture based on soy protein
Dry mixture enriched with lactogenic additive
II	"Milky Way"	LLC "Vitaprom" State Research Institute of Nutrition, Russian Academy of Medical Sciences	Dry fortified mixture based on milk and soy protein isolate, enriched with galega herb extract
Juices, drinks, decoctions, teas
III	Fruit juices and drinks	HIPP, Austria Nestlé, Germany	Natural juices and drinks enriched with vitamins and iron
Tea for pregnant and lactating women	"HIPP", Austria "Kruger", Poland	Instant herbal teas with the addition of medicinal herbs, fruit powders and sugars
Infusions and decoctions of food and spicy-flavoring vegetables and herbs	Home cooking	Infusions and decoctions of lactogenic vegetables and herbs
Dietary supplements (BAA)
IV	"Apilactin" "Lactogon"	Russia, Kazakhstan	Based on waste products of bees and aromatic plants
Vitamin and mineral complexes
V	"Gendevit" "Materna" and others	Russia USA	Multivitamins, minerals, microelements

But these symptoms are only indirect evidence of hypogalactia. You can finally make sure that there really is not enough milk by determining its amount per day. In practice, this is done through control weighing of the baby. In this case, the baby must be weighed before and after each feeding during the day. Please note that an infant may consume different volumes of milk at different feedings. That is why the amount eaten per day is taken into account, and not per feeding. It is important to emphasize that the main criteria for the effectiveness of breastfeeding are normal growth and development, and the well-being of the child. There is no need to weigh your baby every day if everything is fine. This will only create unnecessary anxiety and may encourage you to fill the perceived shortage with a breast milk substitute.

It is unacceptable to prescribe supplementary feeding to a child with milk formulas only if hypogalactia is suspected without direct confirmation of this diagnosis. And even if the diagnosis is confirmed, the young mother can still “fight” for her milk. To do this, you need to put the baby to the breast more often and resort to those methods of increasing the amount of milk, which will be discussed below. In addition, in some cases, women can benefit from consulting a psychologist.

Proper nutrition plus stimulation

Our research has shown that among the causes of hypogalactia, a large place belongs to the nutritional factor. Therefore, first of all, it is necessary to rationalize the mother’s diet. It is especially important to meet the need for protein, vitamin and mineral components of the diet of pregnant women and nursing mothers. You should not forget about the drinking regime - from 1.5 to 2 liters per day, including liquid meals. It may be necessary to prescribe lactogenic drugs, i.e. increasing the production of milk, foods and drinks, physiotherapeutic procedures and medications, vitamin and mineral components, dietary supplements1.

Let's list industrial products that can stimulate lactation. We divided specialized products into five groups (see table).

Group I. Preparations that correct the diet according to basic nutritional factors, especially animal protein, fats, the whole range of minerals, trace elements and multivitamins.

"Femilak" contains milk protein, enriched with a particularly important substance - taurine, present in human milk, 15 vitamins, and corn oil. The use of the Femilak product during pregnancy has a positive effect on the health of the expectant mother and the proper development of the fetus, and during breastfeeding it promotes sufficient lactation and improves the composition of mother's milk. “Enfa-mama”, “Dumil Mama plus” are similar products, but they do not contain taurine. Nursing mothers also successfully use the domestic product "Olympic", created for athletes. "Olympic" is a dry fortified mixture based on soy protein.

Group II. Products that correct the diet and are enriched with a lactogenic additive.

This group includes a new product for nursing mothers, “Milky Way,” developed by Vitaprom LLC together with the State Research Institute of Nutrition of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences. It contains whole skimmed cow's milk powder, soy protein solate, sugar, chicory, galega herb extract, dietary fiber, vitamins, and mineral salts.

Galega herb extract is a powerful lactogenic factor. Clinical studies have shown that the product is well tolerated by nursing mothers and infants. The product effectively enhances the lactation function of a nursing mother. It can be used from the first days of lactation by women at risk for hypogalactia (slow “start” of lactation, early transfer to artificial feeding of previous children).

III. Products of plant origin with lactogenic properties, in the form of juices, drinks, teas.

Among the plants that enhance lactation, a large role is assigned to food and spicy-flavoring ones. These include carrots, licorice, lettuce, radish, cumin, dill, nettle, dandelion, fennel, oregano, lemon balm, anise, yarrow, rose hips, hazelnut and others. Infusions and decoctions are prepared from these plants and taken in the form of drinks.

Drinks to increase lactation

Carrot juice . Grate the washed carrots with a brush, squeeze out the juice and drink half a glass 2-3 times a day. To improve the taste, milk, cream, honey and fruit and berry juices are added to carrot juice. Additions should not be very large (1-2 tablespoons per glass of juice) so as not to reduce the effect of carrot juice.

Carrots grated with milk . Put 3-4 tablespoons of grated carrots in a glass, add milk (or cream) and drink a glass 2-3 times a day. In the evening, you can add 1-2 teaspoons of honey to the drink to relieve nervous tension and have a good night's sleep.

Lettuce seed drink . Lettuce seeds have the most pronounced lactic effect. To prepare the drink, take 20 g of seeds, carefully crush them in a porcelain mortar and pour 1 glass of boiling water. Leave for 2-3 hours and drink 2-3 times a day, half a glass per dose. To improve the taste, you can add 1-2 teaspoons of honey per glass of boiling water.

Caraway drink . To prepare 1 liter of drink, take 15 g of cumin seeds, 100 g of sugar, a medium-sized lemon or 2 g of citric acid. All ingredients are poured with water, boiled over low heat for 5-10 minutes, filtered and drunk half a glass 2-3 times a day.

Cream 10-15% with caraway seeds . Pour 2 cups of cream into a ceramic pot, add 2 tablespoons of cumin seeds, close the lid and place in the oven to simmer (at low heat) for 30-40 minutes. Cool to room temperature; drink for breakfast and dinner. Drink half a glass for breakfast and dinner.

Caraway kvass . Rye bread, cut into small pieces, is dried, lightly fried, poured with water and left for 3-4 hours. After this, the infusion is filtered, yeast, sugar, cumin are added and placed in a warm place to ferment for 10-12 hours. For 1 kg of black bread - 40 g of caraway seeds, 500 g of sugar, 25 g of yeast, 10 liters of water.

Infusion of dill seeds . One tablespoon of dill seeds is poured with water (1 glass), left for 2 hours. Take the infusion half a glass 2 times a day or a tablespoon 6 times a day, depending on tolerance. Drink in small sips and hold it in the mouth for a while.

Anise infusion . Prepared from 2 teaspoons of seeds per glass of boiling water. Leave for 1 hour. After cooling, drink 2 tablespoons 3-4 times a day for 30 minutes. before meals.

Drink made from anise, fennel and oregano . Mix 10 g of mashed anise fruit, 10 g of fennel fruit and 10 g of oregano herb. Pour one teaspoon of the mixture into a glass of boiling water and leave for 2 hours. Drink half a glass per dose 2-3 times a day.

Radish juice with honey , diluted (1:1) with chilled boiled water and lightly salted. For 100 g of radish, take 100 g of boiled water.

This group also includes special teas and fortified juices.

IV. Dietary supplements (BAA).

We have tested dietary supplements created on the basis of the waste product of bees and spicy-flavoring plants - “Apilactin” and “Lactogon”. Dietary supplements were prescribed to nursing mothers at risk for hypogalactia (the drug “Apilactin”) and to mothers from the same group, but with a burdened obstetric history (“Lactogon”).

"Apilaktin" contains "Apilak" (royal jelly and pollen); “Lactogon” is royal jelly and a number of spicy-flavoring plants with a known lactogenic effect (oregano, carrot juice, ginger, nettle, dill). The effect of using the above dietary supplements was very successful - when using Apilactin, 80% of mothers continued to breastfeed after discharge from the hospital, and when using Lactogon, 90% of mothers continued to breastfeed. The only contraindication to the use of these drugs is intolerance to bee products.

V. Vitamin and mineral complexes. Prescribed from the second half of pregnancy and during breastfeeding as drugs that correct the diet and stimulate lactation.

If the effect of the listed food products for the prevention and treatment of hypogalactia is insufficient, drug treatment must be used. In this case, first of all, it is necessary to find out the cause of reduced lactation and try to stop or weaken its effect. Among medications for hypogalactia, vitamins, microelements, sedatives, hormones, physiotherapeutic methods and other means are recommended.

In addition to medication, homeopathic remedies can be effective in combination with improved nutrition. Like other medications, they are prescribed by a doctor.

How and when are the means described above used? It should be emphasized that the use of each of them has its own specifics.

The use of products of groups I and IV is recommended for women at risk for hypogalactia, from the second half of pregnancy and from the beginning of lactation. Group II products, which have the most active lactogenic properties, are recommended to be taken by mothers with reduced lactation in the maternity hospital and during lactation crises. Group III products are also used during lactation crises.

In conclusion, it should be said about the results of our observations of a group of 500 women who experienced difficulties with lactation. If of those women who somehow stimulated lactation, 80% breastfed their children until 4-6 months, then women who did not resort to stimulating drugs managed to maintain lactation by this time only in 20% of cases.

Thus, we are convinced that prolonged breastfeeding is a manageable process. Breastfeeding women have many opportunities to maintain lactation and thereby improve the health of their child. The mother’s conviction in the need for breastfeeding and her support in this from family members and medical personnel monitoring the health of the child and mother during this period are very important.

1 Dietary supplements are components of natural or natural-identical biologically active substances intended for direct intake or addition to regular food in order to enrich the diet.

Tips for improving lactation

A nursing mother is advised to apply warm scarves to her breasts from time to time, eat less meat and more vegetables, fruits, and bran bread baked with cumin.

Cumin is boiled in sour cream - 1 tablespoon per glass. Cook over low heat for 3 minutes, leave for one hour, divide into 4 daily portions. This not only adds milk, but also helps the baby's digestion. Carrot juice significantly increases the quantity and quality of mother's milk. It is recommended to drink up to 3 glasses a day an hour before meals or an hour after meals.

As an additional means to increase milk, it is recommended to eat 10 - 15 pieces of hazel - hazelnuts - 2 times a day.

Dandelion root is also a common remedy: steep 1 teaspoon in a glass of boiling water for one hour, drink a tablespoon 5 times a day shortly before meals. If the body of the mother and child is allergic, pour a tablespoon of roots with two glasses of boiling water overnight in a thermos or wrap the dishes warmly, drink this infusion in 3-4 doses half an hour before meals.

If you have a small amount of milk, yarrow juice is very useful. Drink it 1 teaspoon 3 times a day.

Nettle is considered a good milk extractor. An infusion of leaves is generally useful in all respects, and even better is the juice of fresh herbs. It is diluted with double the amount of water, brought to a boil, allowed to cool and taken 1 - 2 teaspoons 3 times a day with meals.

As an additional source of vitamins and microelements to the diet of a nursing mother, especially if there is a tendency to hypogalactia (insufficient production of breast milk), experts recommend using the drug “Apilak Grindeks” made from royal jelly. It helps restore activity, increase vitality and increase the quantity and quality of breast milk.

There is interesting information about the malicious weed - thistle. It is rarely used for medicinal purposes, it is not written about anywhere, and has been little studied. However, it is quite certain that sow thistle increases the amount of milk in a nursing mother. It is recommended to pour 1 tablespoon of dried herb with a glass of boiling water, leave for 1 hour, wrap it warmly, and strain. Take 1 tablespoon 3 times a day.

Home remedies to improve lactation

• For several weeks, eat carrots boiled in milk 2-3 times a day to improve lactation.
• To increase the amount of milk, a nursing woman eats green onions daily to improve lactation.
• Mix 1 tablespoon of cumin seeds and 1 cup of sour cream. Boil over low heat for 3 minutes. Take in 1 dose. To enhance lactation in nursing mothers.

Tips for improving lactation

• Drink at least 2.5 liters of fluid per day to improve lactation.
• Eat nutritiously to improve lactation.
• When feeding a baby, skin-to-skin contact is important to improve lactation.

Cumin infusion

Prepare an infusion of dried cumin fruits in a ratio of 1:20 and drink 1/3 - 1/2 cup 3-4 times a day to enhance milk secretion in nursing mothers.

Dill infusion

Prepare a dill infusion of 1:20 and drink it 1/2 cup 3-5 times a day when lactation decreases in nursing mothers.

Improving lactation and birch sap

If nursing mothers have insufficient milk production, drink 1 glass of birch sap half an hour before meals or 1-2 hours after meals.

Birch sap has a beneficial effect on metabolism in the body and stimulates milk production in nursing women.

Carrot juice

Insufficient milk production (hypogalactia) is most often observed in the first month of breastfeeding. Taking half a glass of carrot juice once a day an hour before meals will help increase milk production in nursing women. You can dilute honey in juice (for half a glass of juice - 1 tablespoon of honey).

Vanga's recipes for improving lactation

• Mix five grams of anise, dill or fennel seeds with one glass of sour cream and place in the oven or oven over low heat. After one hour, take it out. Take once a day warm at night.
• Decoction of parsley seeds: pour 15 grams of parsley seeds crushed into powder with one glass of boiling water, boil for 15 minutes, strain. Drink one quarter glass 4-6 times a day.
• Decoction of caraway fruits: pour 15 grams of crushed caraway fruits with two glasses of boiling water, boil for five minutes, strain. Take half a glass 3-4 times a day before meals
• Infusion of yellow sweet clover: pour five grams of crushed yellow sweet clover herb into one glass of cold water. Leave for three hours. Take one third of a glass throughout the day.
• Infusion of oregano herb and dill: mix 10 grams of oregano herb and dill, pour one glass of boiling water. Leave for two hours. Drink during the day in two doses. Oregano herb in combination with dill seeds has a pronounced lactic effect.
• Infusion of lemon balm herb: pour five grams of lemon balm herb with one glass of boiling water. Infuse to take for one hour during the day.
• Mint infusion: pour 10 grams of forest mint with one glass of boiling water. Leave for one hour. Take throughout the day.
• Infusion of chamomile flowers: pour five grams of chamomile flowers into one glass of sweet drink. Leave for 20 minutes. Drink on an empty stomach. Take two glasses during the day and a third at night for a week.
• Infusion of dill seeds: pour 10 grams of crushed dill seeds into one glass of boiling water. Leave for two hours. Take half a glass before meals.
• Grind 30 grams of anise into powder, add 300 grams of water, cook until 250 grams remain. Drink before lunch like tea. This decoction is also recommended for nursing mothers who have little milk.

Herbs and herbs to improve lactation

• Take anise seeds, dill seeds, and fennel seeds in equal parts by weight. Pour 1 tablespoon of the mixture into 1 cup of boiling water, leave in a closed container for 1 hour, strain and drink 0.5 cups 2 times a day 1 hour after meals to improve lactation.
• Take by weight 1 part fennel seeds and anise seeds and 3 parts galega herb. Pour 1 teaspoon of the mixture into 1 glass of water and leave. Take 1 glass 2-3 times a day to improve lactation.
• Take 2 parts by weight of anise seeds, dill seeds, 3 parts of fennel seeds and fenugreek seeds. Pour 1 teaspoon of the mixture into 1 glass of water and leave. Take 1 glass 2-3 times a day to improve lactation.
• Drink tea from nettle leaves to improve lactation.

Rating of the best natural remedies for lactation for 2021

Nutrima Lactamil for nursing mothers

Dry milk formula to increase lactation from a popular manufacturer does not contain GMOs, sugar or other additives. It contains only natural herbs - nettle, fennel, anise, cumin, Omega-3 and prebiotics. Vitamins D, E, B, C help strengthen the baby's immunity and prevent allergies.

The mixture should be taken 1-2 times a day. To do this, 4 tablespoons of the product are diluted with boiled water and stirred. The product has a pleasant taste and almost no odor.

The average price for a 350 gram package is 325 rubles.

Nutrima Lactamil for nursing mothers

Advantages:

• A large amount of vitamins and minerals;
• Pleasant herbal scent;
• Efficiency of application the first time;
• Does not cause allergies in either the child or the mother.

Flaws:

• High price;
• No measuring spoon in the package;
• Fast product consumption.

Herbal collection No. 73a, enhancing lactation in nursing mothers

This remedy promotes milk production in the mother, eliminates intestinal problems in the baby, and increases resistance to infections. Dill seeds, chamomile and lemon balm - eliminate gas formation and colic in the baby. Nettle, rose hips, oregano, and anise saturate the body with minerals and vitamins, and also prevent the occurrence of allergic reactions.

The collection is not recommended for use by pregnant women and those who are allergic to any component. To get the effect, you need to drink the collection 4 times a day before meals. A spoonful of herbs is brewed with boiling water and infused for one hour.

The cost for 150 grams is 340 rubles.

Herbal collection No. 73a, enhancing lactation in nursing mothers

Advantages:

• An additional property is the treatment of the baby’s intestines;
• Economical consumption;
• The composition includes only herbs.

Flaws:

• Long cooking time.

Tea Evalar LactoMama

Tea bags with natural content increase the amount of breast milk by 50%. Melissa and oregano soothe and tone the intestines. Fennel increases the baby's appetite and stabilizes metabolism.

Packaging in the form of filter bags allows you to preserve the smell, taste and healing properties of herbs longer. You need to brew tea twice a day, during meals. For complete recovery, 1 month of use is enough.

Price per package – 120 rubles.

Tea Evalar LactoMama

Advantages:

• Does not change the taste of milk;
• 100% quality product;
• Pleasant taste;
• Low price;
• Tea additionally cleanses the intestines and stimulates the baby’s appetite.

Flaws:

• Not suitable for everyone.

Tea for nursing mothers Weleda

Natural tea based on lemon balm, cumin, fennel and with the addition of raspberries. Taking this product is absolutely safe for both mother and baby. There are no dyes, sugar, salt, flavors, or other preservatives.

To prepare, pour boiling water over the bag and leave for 5-10 minutes. It is recommended to drink it in the morning and 2 times a day.

The cost per package of 40 grams is 845 rubles.

Tea for nursing mothers Weleda

Advantages:

• Pleasant soft taste;
• Efficiency of use from the first dose;
• Fast brewing;
• Contains only natural herbs.

Flaws:

• High price.

Levrana Breast oil during pregnancy and lactation

Oil from the Levrana brand is used for young mothers during pregnancy and lactation, to eliminate stagnation of breast milk. It contains almond, jojoba and black cumin oils, which make the skin more elastic. Lavender and mint have a calming effect and promote rapid healing of wounds.

You can use the oil starting from the 9th month of pregnancy. And then during the feeding period. A small amount of oil is applied to the breasts without affecting the areolas. Massage with gentle movements for 5 minutes. You can use breast oil before feeding and in between feedings.

Cost – 261 rubles.

Levrana Breast oil during pregnancy and lactation

Advantages:

• Branded packaging;
• The smell of lavender;
• Contains only natural oils;
• Does not leave greasy marks on clothes;
• Acceptable price.

Flaws:

• It takes time for the effect to appear.

Homeopathic medicines to enhance lactation

If a woman does not want to take traditional medicine, you can replace them with active homeopathic medicines. But often the effectiveness of such remedies is in big question, because homeopathic tablets contain a much lower dosage of beneficial substances than medicines. Therefore, some mothers believe that such drugs act more on self-hypnosis than on actual milk production. The means described below are most widely used.

Apilak

The main active ingredient is royal jelly of bees. It is created under the influence of vacuum and low temperature. This composition allows Apilak to be provided with vitamins C, group B, H, inositol, as well as folic acid. In addition, the composition of the product includes a large number of amino acids and mineral elements, such as potassium, sodium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, etc.

Since the emotional background of a nursing mother plays an important role during lactation, Apilak will help increase it by relieving fatigue.

The effect of the drug is very significant for the female body - recovery after childbirth, getting rid of postpartum depression, increasing immunity. Take one tablet up to three times a day. Addison's disease, an allergic reaction to beekeeping derivatives, is considered a contraindication. You should use the drug with extreme caution, and also carefully monitor your baby’s behavior when taking the pills to prevent him from developing allergies.

Laktogon

The result of taking a homeopathic remedy is noticeable the very next day from the day you start taking it. This stimulates lactation and increases milk production. The main components of the product are:

• carrot juice;
• nettle;
• oregano;
• dill;
• royal jelly of bees;
• potassium iodide;
• vitamin C.

The drug is produced both in the form of tablets and in tea bags. Tablets should be taken in the amount of three pieces per day, with food. Treatment is carried out over a course of up to 10 days, and if no effect is detected after taking the drug, you can extend the course, but only after consultation with your doctor. Do not use the product during pregnancy or if the mother or baby is allergic to any component of Lactogon.

Mlekoin

The composition of the drug includes herbal components, so there are almost no contraindications to the use of the product. According to reviews, allergies in infants are identified as a side effect, but only in case of an overdose of the drug in the mother.

Mlekoin contains meadow lumbago, sacred vitex, and stinging nettle.

The natural composition of the drug allows you to take the drug within a week after birth. Mlekoin is produced in granules, which are taken only once a day in the amount of five pieces - they are placed under the tongue and dissolved. If no immediate effect is found, then the dosage can be doubled and the drug can be taken twice a day. It is better to consume the granules before meals, 15 minutes before.

Pulsatilla

The active component of the product is considered to be lumbago, or sleep-grass (by its second name). Recommended for neurasthenia, headaches, and neuralgia. To stimulate lactation, the drug is recommended if a woman is experiencing nervous tension or stress. In this case, it is better to take Pulsatilla before bed; 5 balls are placed under the tongue and dissolved. But before taking it, at least 20-30 minutes must pass from the moment you eat. The duration of treatment depends on the patient’s condition and is prescribed by the attending physician.

A side effect of taking Pulsatilla can be an allergy.