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How to Tell If Your Baby Is Getting Enough Breast Milk

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“How do I know if my baby is getting enough breast milk?” is a common question we hear from new parents. Learn how to tell if you are producing enough milk, what to look for in your baby, and tips for increasing supply. We’ll also review newborn stomach size and why that matters.
Covered in this class
  • How much milk baby actually needs
  • The importance of baby poop color
  • Expected wet & dirty diapers
  • Signs of a satiated baby
  • Weight gain expectations
  • What to do if baby needs more milk
Lessons

Introduction

1:06

Understanding Newborn Stomach Sizes

1:09

Diaper Counts & Poop Expectations

1:28

Weight Checks

1:02

Baby's Demeanor: Hungry versus Satiated

0:41

Understanding NOT Good Indicators of Baby's Milk Intake

1:58

What to do if Baby Needs More Milk

2:41

Handouts
Preview image of Handout: How to Tell if your Baby is Getting Enough Breast Milk Flow Chart
How to Tell if your Baby is Getting Enough Breast Milk Flow Chart
Preview image of Handout: Newborn Stool Color Chart
Newborn Stool Color Chart
Preview image of Handout: Newborn Diaper Count
Newborn Diaper Count
Preview image of Handout: Signs of a Satiated vs Hungry Baby
Signs of a Satiated vs Hungry Baby

Meet the instructor
Dana Czuczka, MPH, IBCLC has earned the highest credentials one can pursue in lactation consulting and works at a top-ranked hospital where she has helped thousands of families feed their babies. She earned her BA from the University of Pennsylvania and a master’s from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health. She is a lifelong family health advocate and a parent of two.
Photo of instructor: Dana Czuczka, MPH, IBCLC
Dana Czuczka, MPH, IBCLC
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