Basic methods of milk opening after delivery

If the milk opening step is not done properly, the baby may refuse breast milk, and the mother will be hindered in the middle of breast feeding due to insufficient milk or milk swelling and milk knot, and even acute mastitis will occur in severe cases. Therefore, correct breast-feeding is the key to successful breast-feeding. The following is the basic method of postpartum milk opening that I have compiled for you. Welcome to read and browse.

Understanding breast milk

Breast milk is the most natural, safe and complete natural food for babies to grow up. It contains all the nutrients and antibodies needed for babies to grow up. In particular, breast milk contains 5% fat, which not only supplies the baby with body heat, but also meets the fat needed for the baby's brain development (6% of the brain structure comes from fat). Rich in calcium and phosphorus can make the baby grow tall and strong; Immunoglobulin can effectively prevent and protect infants from infection and chronic diseases; Bifidobacterium and oligosaccharide can inhibit the proliferation of intestinal bacteria and help digestion. In addition, the intimate contact and parent-child relationship of breastfeeding can stimulate the brain and mental development of infants. Breast milk contains lactoferrin (important), carbohydrates, protein, fat, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and taurine, so we can find that breast milk is a complex component.

The other is the difference between colostrum, excessive milk and mature milk.

(1) Colostrum: It is secreted by the new mother within 7 days after delivery. The milk is called colostrum, also called golden milk. Colostrum is also called the earliest oral immune antibody obtained after birth, because colostrum contains more protein than mature milk, especially secretory IgA(SIgA). The content of fat and lactose in colostrum is less than that in mature milk. But there are many protein and tangible substances, so the texture is sticky. Colostrum once showed light yellow and contained a lot of carotene. In the first three days after the milk is started, the breast is not full yet, so the baby can suck out 2-2 ml of colostrum every time he sucks milk.

(2) transition milk: the milk secreted 7-14 days after delivery is called transition milk, which is the transition milk from colostrum to mature milk. The content of protein in transitional milk decreased gradually, while the content of fat and lactose increased gradually.

(3) Mature milk: The milk secreted 14 days after delivery is called mature milk. But in fact, the milk will not stabilize until about 3 days after delivery.

Understand the main factors of breast milk secretion

(1) There is something wrong with the breast

If you feel breast swelling and swelling after delivery, but the milk just comes out, then you should consider the situation that the breast tube is blocked. Obstruction of mammary duct is often caused by wool or inflammation in mammary duct. Prevention is the key to mammary duct obstruction. In order to avoid this situation, it is suggested that expectant mothers should be vigilant during pregnancy, don't tie their underwear too tightly, and choose high-quality cotton underwear. It is best to have a breast ultrasound examination during pregnancy to see if you are suitable for breastfeeding. In addition, new mothers should pay attention to the fact that the breast tube can't get through, so don't breast-feed, but dredge the breast tube first.

(2) improper feeding methods

Some people habitually use bottles for their babies after they are born, which leads to babies? Nipple illusion? , causing newborns to be unwilling to suck breast milk; Therefore, let the baby suck the breast early after birth, so that the baby can drink the most precious colostrum, and secondly, the baby's sucking can stimulate the milk secretion better. In addition, it is necessary to ensure the baby's sucking time and frequency.

(3) Weak body and insufficient nutrition

Maternal women lose too much blood during childbirth, and if they are physically weak, it will lead to prolonged breast milk. At this time, we must let the parturient have a good rest. At the same time, it should be carried out under the normal condition of mammary duct, pay attention to diet conditioning, and drink more soup rich in protein, so that the parturient can recover her body function as soon as possible, and the milk will come back slowly.

(4) Being in a bad mood, feeling low

Under the influence of physiological factors and environmental factors, Mommy's mood fluctuates greatly, and she often appears in a depressed state, which will also reduce milk secretion. Therefore, mothers during breastfeeding should pay special attention to regulating their emotions. Keep a happy mood and your family should pay more attention to it.

Know your own reasons and make corresponding changes

Because you can't eat high-nutrition and high-energy food immediately after delivery, milk secretion will be slower. Especially for pregnant women who have cesarean section, because they have to relax and ventilate after cesarean section to eat normally, the secretion of breast milk will be greatly affected by the physical quality in the first 1-5 days, but the mothers must also follow the basic steps of opening milk.

First of all, mother should keep a good mood, which is the most important thing. Some mothers can have some depression after delivery, or be hospitalized because the baby has some problems. At this time, mothers need to adjust their mood and work hard for the baby's rations.

Then insist on pulling milk. Now there are electric breast pumps on the market, which can save a lot of manpower for the treasure mothers, but remember to disinfect them before each use. You must apply hot compress before pulling milk, fold it with a hot towel and wrap it around the nipple. Be careful not to apply hot compress to the nipple. When starting to use the milk extractor, pay attention to the frequency not to be too fast and too fierce, first moderate and then increase the frequency and air intake! Then press the breast with your fingers. Because newborn mothers have very little colostrum, they should also pull out the milk after the newborn eats the milk, which can stimulate the nipple to secrete more. If you always find a lump on the nipple, don't press it blindly, and pay attention to the gentle action to avoid mastitis. If conditions permit, you can hire a professional prolactin.

The second thing is what we eat. As mentioned above, the main ingredients of breast milk, then the principle we follow is to supplement as needed! Protein's fat is the main component of milk, so we need to supplement a lot of foods containing protein, such as fresh fish soup, chicken soup, fresh milk (don't drink it for the first five days after delivery, it is easy to flatulence), pig's trotters and other high-protein foods. Then it is to supplement trace elements in milk, including green vegetables, such as spinach, beans and sweet potatoes. Recommend several simple recipes: 1. Stewed day lily with pig's trotters, 2. Stewed auricularia with crucian carp, and 3. Stuffed eggs with sweet wine and yellow sugar. ;