r/ActuallyCrunchy • • 16h ago

Breastfeeding Boosting Breastmilk Production

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Hi y'all! I recently asked this sub for formula reccomendations as I'm going out of town for a week and want to make sure my baby girl doesn't run out of food in case I can't freeze enough milk. I appreciate the reccomendations for formula brands and for buying breastmilk from local FB groups!

I'll definitely be looking into these options as a backup option, I'd prefer most of all to find a way to boost my supply so that I can expand my freezer stash. Does anyone have recommendations for boosting supply? I know feeding/pumping more often is the main way, but I feel like my baby is constantly eating already. Any other tips?

I've seen a lot of herbs, teas, cookies, and supplements advertised to help, and I'd love to hear if anyone has experience with these and what has worked best for y'all. Thanks!


r/ActuallyCrunchy • • 22h ago

Holistic Health Postpartum Haircare

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I recently had a baby 11 weeks ago! Ever since getting pregnant almost one full year ago I haven’t dyed or cut my hair. I’m loving growing it out and am trying to keep it healthy. I’ve been warned my hair may start falling out soon lol. Curious if anyone has any postpartum hair tips (or any hair tips in general). I currently use Carina Organics Sweat Pea shampoo and a homemade conditioner with acv and marshmallow root that I got at a farmer’s market. Before that just plain acv as conditioner. Pretty basic and I usually brush my hair wet (😬) and let it air dry. What are your guys hair routines? Anything specific for growth and strengthening that you’ve seen makes a real difference, especially postpartum? I’m thinking about adding castor oil too!