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Fenugreek and side effects?

ToBeLeeToBeLee
in Babies: 0 - 3 Months

I just started back at work 2 weeks ago and my supply has really dipped.  I am a teacher and can pump 2 times during the workday.  Dont know why my supply has gone down so much, but am considering Fenugreek. 

Are there any side effects?

What is a good dose to begin with?

Any other teachers have pumping advice? 

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Re: Fenugreek and side effects?

  • ripemangoripemango

    the only side effect of which I have heard is that it makes you smell like maple syrup....but I bet your kids won't mind that 1 bit!

    Most ppl I know only pump 2, 3 times max while at work. 

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  • Mrs.A.M.P.Mrs.A.M.P.

    I'm a teacher too and pump at work twice a day.  Fenugreek seems to help a little, but I feel like I'm still fighting a losing battle. I take 3 pills 2 or 3 times a day.

     I went back to work when my little guy was six weeks old so my freezer stash wasn't huge and now it's almost completely gone.  I honestly think the dip is from stress and lack of sleep.  The lactation consultant told me to rest and nurse as much as possible on the weekends.

    Good luck!

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