Lactation After C-Section

Posted By Stacey (SD) on 07/14/2026

I'm looking for natural ways to start lactation after a c-section
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Replied by ariley (USA) on 07/16/2026

Dear Stacy,

Hormone that produces breast milk is prolactin, secreted by the pituitary gland. Oxytocin is involved in the milk ejection reflex during breastfeeding. Oxytocin is produced in the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary gland.

https://milky-mama.com/blogs/lactation-support/is-ashwagandha-good-for-breastfeeding-mothers-what-to-know

https://www.legendairymilk.com/blogs/legendairy-tips/10-herbs-to-increase-breast-milk-supply

This is tricky, for different reasons can cause you not to produce milk. A couple of sites for info. You might want to seek out Naturopathic Doctor for advice.

Lactation Stimulation

Prolactin, Mammary Gland C, Mammary Gland E, Endocrine Point, Spleen C, Kidney C.

Auriculotherapy Manual

Terry Olson

https://www.aculocator.com/states/sd/

This will give you a list of acupuncturists in SD. They may or may not do Auricular Therapy, but may have similar protocol. Can stimulate nerves to balance body and stimulate milk production.

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