how do i stop bf?
iwas ebf for 7 weeks and now have been exclusively pumping for around 2 weeks but i cannot carry on anymore, i’m heartbroken but i need to say enough is enough. how do i stop producing milk in the most painless way possible? i currently have a blocked duct (or entire boob, the whole thing is rock hard, swollen and in agony) so i know i need to clear this but how do i cut down to the point where the milk stops?
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My LC told me peppermint and sage are herbs that can dry up your supply (make a tea). As well as medications such as Sudafed. Cabbage leaves in the bra can also decrease supply if done a lot.
You need to do it slowly. Cut down by one feed/pumping session every 2-3 days and your supply will naturally stop (eventually). Listen to your body and do what it’s asking. It is intelligent. Use hot/cold compress or cold clean cabbage leaves in your bra to help with discomfort. You can’t do it quickly unfortunately or you risk infection x