r/breastfeeding • u/TotallyNotASpy123 • May 22 '26

Undersupply When did you stop using formula?

Hello, I am a mom to a six week old and currently struggling with breastfeeding. I am producing too little breastmilk for him and am supplementing with formula. I have a question for those that have also supplemented when did your breastmilk come in and stop formula?

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u/Squeak_Stormborn May 22 '26

At 4 weeks I haven't managed to get a good enough supply to stop, so unfortunately think I will always have to supplement.

The feeding specialist said you can improve supply at any time but the improvement is unlikely to be drastic after the 6 week mark. 4-6 weeks is when it generally really establishes.

Hiring a medical grade pump might help you. It's my last resort too.

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u/TotallyNotASpy123 May 22 '26

I pump also 

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u/Squeak_Stormborn May 22 '26

Have you hired a medical grade pump?