AF & Breastmilk

[buliej]

What does AF do to breast milk? I assume something because DS doesn't seem to like to feed as much leading up to AF - in fact, his cues are often the first signs I get that AF is on her way. He feeds for shorter times and pulls off often during feeds and his nappies are generally lighter.

[Manhattan]

From what I understand, the hormones change the way the milk tastes, so its not what bubs is used to. The same thing happened to me when I was ovulating, and then again in the lead up to AF. I did notice though after about 3 cycles, DD got used to the change and stopped fussing during these times.

Hth

[buliej]

This is about the 3rd month, so I guess I'll see if he gets used to it...he really has no choice though!

[human bean]

DD always fussed in the few days before and would have much quicker shorter feeds. But when AF was actually here she seemed fine, so I just figured it was in the lead up. It was also the only way I'd know it was about to happen too!