If only one breast needs to stop production, you may want to consider continuing to nurse on the other. If direct nursing at the breast is not an option, some mothers continue to pump their milk and feed it to the baby. After your breasts have been soft for 24 hours without removing milk, you probably can discontinue expressing. However, if breasts fill up again, continue with the above steps. Once breastfeeding stops, fertility may return in 4-8 weeks.
Some physicians prescribe bromocriptine to reduce prolactin.
The FDA has not approved this drug for milk suppression. If you plan to use it, discuss the implications and side effects with your physician or pharmacist. Continue to make feedings a pleasant, cuddly time. Continue to observe the baby for cues to start and stop feedings. The baby needs YOU as well as food.