There's really no way to tell how much breast milk your baby has had, but that's not reason to worry. The easiest and best way to tell how much your breastfed baby is getting to eat is by watching her diapers. You also can weigh your baby after each feeding. Once you've had your baby, you still need to watch your diet while breastfeeding. On the positive side, because breastfeeding uses about 500 calories a day, you may find that it's easier to return to your pre-pregnancy weight.
Many women supplement their breastfed babies with a bottle now and then, or while they're at work.
Just keep in mind that you should not begin supplementation until breastfeeding is firmly established. Be sure to give your baby time to adjust to the bottle. All Rights Reserved.