Calcium/magnesium supplement

huskymomma94

Does anyone take a calcium/magnesium supplement for a mid-cycle low milk supply? I got my period back last month and I'm pretty sure this is whats going on with me. Kellymom suggests the supplement, wondering if anyone has had any luck?

From kellymom:

"Some women experience a drop in milk supply from ovulation (mid-cycle) until the first day or two of the next menstrual period. A woman?s blood calcium levels gradually decrease during this period of time, and for some women the drop in blood calcium causes a drop in milk supply. For women who have this problem, calcium/magnesium supplements may be helpful. This practice has also been reported to eliminate most uterine cramping and some premenstrual discomfort such as water retention."

pepomntpat

I have been taking them since I was pregnant and it was suggested by my MW during pregnancy. Then I heard it was good for BFing too and so I kept taking it. I have never noticed a supply dip.

elampl

Someone posted about this on the 3-6 month board late last week and said they had great success with it (I think doubling their pumping output).  I'm going to try it once I can get it together enough to go pick some supplements up. 

huskymomma94

elampl:

Someone posted about this on the 3-6 month board late last week and said they had great success with it (I think doubling their pumping output).  I'm going to try it once I can get it together enough to go pick some supplements up. 

Oh, good to know! I have high hopes.

amanda_wahl

Actually just started this two days ago bc had read that same post on 36 board...I'll just say for me it has done nothing. I was sooo hopeful bc I could have used the good results....anyways I hope you do respond and get good results though!! Good luck