Low Milk Supply
Conditions
Keywords
Lactation, Breastfeeding, Triple Feeding, Low milk production, Low milk supply
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of two different breast pumping protocols in increasing milk production among lactating individuals diagnosed with primary low milk supply, and to investigate the associated molecular, hormonal, and inflammatory mechanisms driving milk output.
Interventions
OTHERPumping frequency intervention
In this randomized clinical trial, we will evaluate whether a lower frequency of pumping (3-4 times/day) or no additional pumping recommendations can lead to higher compliance, an increase in milk production, and a longer duration of breastfeeding.
Sponsors
University of Rochester
Cornell University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 45 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* English-speaking * Lactating parents of singleton, term infants less than 3 months of age * Intend to breastfeed and are breastfeeding (at the breast) at least 3 times per day
Exclusion criteria
* Twins and other multiples * Contraindications to or unable to breastfeed * Major congenital anomaly or unexpected surgery * Elevated maternal depression * Low milk transfer * No electricity or smartphone access
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Milk Production | 6 month follow-up | The study will measure milk production over 24 hours using a 24-hour test weighing (weighing infants before and after each feed) before and after the intervention. |
Countries
United States
Outcome results
None listed