Breakups and breastfeeding?

So basically, my partner and I have decided to split up because he cheated on me while I was pregnant (I’m 4 months pp now). We tried to make it work but I struggled to let go due to how hurt I was and still am about it. Anyways since we’ve broken up I’ve not been extremely sad or anything but I have felt low. Not the usual crying my eyes out etc. I’ve been exclusively breastfeeding since my little girl was born and now I’m noticing In the past week that my milk production has significantly reduced. So much so that when she latches it hurts because she’s not getting much out🙁 She hates bottles too. I feel so bad for her. I’ve tried giving her a bottle when I see she’s struggling on the boob but she’d rather do that than take the bottle. I’m struggling too tbh. I don’t even know what the point of my post is, maybe I just wanna vent I don’t know.

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Hang in there and be kind to yourself! Sounds like you have a lot on your plate xx

Seek some breastfeeding support. There are peer groups (often run through children’s centres) that will not only support you with position and latching but also connect you with others. Or there are private IBCLCs who can help either online or in person. Or there is the national breastfeeding helpline which is 24/7. Good luck

My daughter was really poorly so wasn't eating much which effected my supply and I was experiencing the same issues as you. One of the community nurses that was supporting us at home after we left hospital recommended I take fenugreek supplement. May be coincidence but my supply is definitely coming back

If you have the money buy a breast pump and pump between feeds, even if you barely get any out your nipples are being stimulated which tells the body to produce more milk. After a few days - 1 week your supply should go back up. Just make sure you’re drinking lots of water and eating well 💗 I’m sorry for your situation🥺

It could be she is just going through a growth spurt and needs more milk. You will produce as much as she needs don’t worry as long as you follow her cues. It could be also your period coming. I recall having a sink in my supply during and just before my period came

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