If your baby is no longer willing to latch on, consider renting a fully automatic electric pump with a double pump kit. See a lactation consultant about a nursing supplementer, which delivers formula to your baby through a soft tube while the baby is latched on to your breast, to help entice your baby to nurse. Taking the herb fenugreek, which has been used for centuries for a variety of ailments including low milk production, can also bring your milk back up. Mothers generally notice an increase in milk production 24 to 72 hours after first using the herb. We generally recommend taking two or three capsules three times a day.
Teas are a weak form of the herb.
When you feel like you are beginning to produce milk again, it's important to monitor your baby's weight frequently. This will help you determine whether you should decrease or eliminate the formula supplements. If your baby is less than 4 months old, make sure that she is gaining at least an ounce a day before cutting back on the supplements. As with any source of medical or health care information, you should as a preliminary matter satisfy yourself that the credentials and experience of the source are suitable. The information provided through the Ask the Experts service is a general educational aid designed to help you discuss your unique medical or health concerns with your physician or qualified health care provider.