Question
For several days, I haven’t breastfed my baby due to a cold, and I have been manually expressing milk but have not been able to empty it completely. I’ve noticed that the milk supply has decreased and is uneven.
Answer
The decrease and unevenness in milk supply that occurs after temporarily stopping breastfeeding may be a mild symptom of weaning. It is recommended to express milk completely regularly to prevent further reduction in milk supply.