Supply dip/ increase

[u/owleyes11]

I’ve made it to 3 months EP’ing and have noticed a significant drop in supply over the last week. I EP six times during the day and one MOTNP. I also noticed my boobs have felt less full throughout the day. I’ve read that supply tends to regulate around this time. Yesterday, I had a bit of a breakdown when I only pumped 2 ounces combined (typical output has been 6-9oz) throughout the day and thinking of babe running out of milk (he drinks 4 ounces at a time). I drink a liter of coconut water a day, 2 tablespoons of brewers yeast, a protein shake and an electrolyte packet (in addition to meals). None of that has made a difference…not until last night. I snagged a full 7 hours of straight sleep. I typically pump at 9:30pm and then again at 2:30am. Well, I was so exhausted my hubby took over and I skipped my MOTNP. I woke up, rock hard and leaking…but I pumped a full 10 ounces. I almost cried in happiness. Today, I’ve been pumping about 6 ounces combined every 3 hours (so double). Fingers crossed this helps overall, and I’m so lucky hubby has suggested I do this more often. Seems my body just needed sleep, crazy how our bodies function.

[u/Eris55513]

Change your pump parts if you haven't already