06/03/2026
The dreaded dropping off the growth curve. Cause for concern, yes. Reason to give up breastfeeding, definitely not.
Growth curve issues are often milk transfer issues not low milk supply which is the secondary issue from persistent milk transfer issue.
And the solution most parents get?
Just "add formula"
Just pump and bottle feed
These solutions completely ignore how you got here.
They offer a quick fix without finding out what the root cause is.
You need a real plan that addresses the real problem.
Thankfully, this mom knew to connect with an IBCLC as her first step in solving the problem!