Has anyone used Galact or other milk-boosting supplements? Are they effective?

Some moms share that supplements like Galact were recommended by their gynecologist and helped supply, but they balance it with diet and sugar intake.

Community Answers from Moms(6)

Here's what moms in our community shared based on their own experience.

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   One mom shared that her gynecologist recommended Galact to support milk supply and she found it effective.

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   She also mentioned that Galact is sweet, so she needed to reduce other sugar intake during the day.

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   Many moms still focus on hydration, frequent feeding, and rest as the foundation, using supplements only under medical guidance.

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   Lactare (tablets/capsules, herbal and not bitter) is widely recommended by paediatricians - taken up to thrice a day; many report it helps supply initially and they wean off slowly. Combine with hydration, a balanced diet (don't cut carbs), rest and power pumping once a day for 7-10 days for real improvement.

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   Shatavari helps many mothers - options include Zandu Satavarex (twice a day with milk), Baidyanath Shatavari Granules, and Himalaya Shatavari capsules. Take with hot water instead of milk initially if you have C-section stitches. Wanto Lact capsule twice daily is another option.

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   Diet helpers: yellow moong dal soup, masoor (red) dal, methi/fenugreek and ajwain water, moringa tea or soup, and an ajwain potli (roasted, in a muslin cloth) for the baby to smell.