Pediatrics: What to Do If a Baby’s Milk Supply Is Insufficient at 20 Days Old?

Question

My baby is over 20 days old and isn’t getting enough milk. What solutions are there?

Answer

For insufficient milk supply caused by postpartum weakness of Qi and blood, a combination of medication and dietary therapy can be adopted to promote milk production. Moreover, mixed feeding can be considered, which means feeding formula after breast milk to ensure the baby’s nutritional requirements are met.