10/28/2025
A low milk supply is not normal.
It’s common, yes, but common doesn’t mean normal.
Too many moms are told their bodies “just don’t make enough milk,” when in reality, something went wrong along the way, and no one helped them find out why.
Most cases of low milk supply are not because your body failed you… but because you were failed by a system that didn’t give you the right information or support when you needed it most.
You weren’t taught that early and frequent milk removal in the first few days is critical for establishing supply.
You weren’t told that skipping feeds or relying heavily on a pump that doesn’t fit properly can drastically impact milk production.
You weren’t warned that thyroid issues, PCOS, or retained placental fragments can interfere with supply, and that those are medical issues that deserve evaluation, not shame.
You weren’t told that feeding on demand isn’t “spoiling” your baby, it’s literally what keeps your supply regulated.
Low milk supply should always be seen as a symptom, not a diagnosis. It’s a sign that something needs attention, whether that’s frequency of removal, latch depth, hormonal support, or pumping technique.
Your body was designed to nourish your baby. When it’s not happening as expected, there’s always a reason, and most of the time, it’s fixable.
If you’re struggling with low supply, you are not broken. You deserve help, answers, and compassionate care, not formula samples and false reassurance.
Reach out to a skilled lactation consultant. Reassess your pumping schedule. Check your fl**ge size. Protect your supply early. And remember, the goal isn’t perfection, it’s understanding what your body is trying to tell you.
You were never the problem.
You were just missing the right support.
© Moomys Milk
~NICU Lactation Counselor
