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Drying Up Milk

jordannpaige10jordannpaige10 member
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After reaching our maximum goal of 2 years, November 4th! :) I'm trying to get tips on drying up milk, I am trying to wean now and am not looking forward to the miserable overload of milk. Any tips on drying up faster or to ease discomfort?
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Re: Drying Up Milk

  • DecafGrandeMochaDecafGrandeMocha member
    Congrats on two years! Peppermint oil and other herbs will help decrease your supply...https://kellymom.com/bf/got-milk/herbs_to_avoid/
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  • shotzieshotzie member
    edited November 2014
    Congrats on reaching your goal!

    Putting cold cabbage leaves in your bra is a great way to dry up your milk. It's also very soothing if you do end up feeling full. (I know it sounds funny, but if you google it, it's a tried and true method). :)

    If you find yourself feeling full, hand express just until you're comfortable. You don't want to end up with a clogged duct or mastitis.

    ETA: I bf'd DD2 for 26 months and weaned her gradually over a couple weeks. By the end, my supply was so low, I only had to express a couple times for comfort, and I used the cabbage leaves as well. If you do it gradually, hopefully you won't find yourself dealing with much discomfort.
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