How to Stop Breastmilk From Producing

While it supplies optimal nutrition, breastmilk is not the only option. Formula feeding is perfectly acceptable as well. If you have chosen to discontinue breastfeeding, there are a few ways to stop breastmilk from producing. No matter what you choose, there will be some discomfort during the process. The process of weaning a baby from breastfeeding should be a slow one. Doing so will keep you comfortable and make it easier on the child.

Instructions

1

Shorten the time that you nurse by five to 10 minutes every other day. After doing that for a week or two, go longer between breastfeeding sessions. Doing this slowly is more comfortable for you and will be easier for the child to make the adjustment.

2

Reduce pumping sessions. This only applies if you exclusively pump breastmilk. Get rid of one pump session every two or three days. On those days, pump just a bit, so that your breasts are not overly engorged. Continue to reduce pumping sessions every four to five days, until you have stopped producing breastmilk.

3

Wear a snug-fitting bra or sports bra. Another option is to wrap the breasts with an ace bandage instead. Keep the breasts tightly secured, as much as possible. Breasts that are not contained stimulate prolactin, which makes them produce breastmilk.

4

Reduce stimulation of the breasts and nipples. This is in addition to not allowing the baby to stimulate them or the breast pump. Stimulating the breasts will cause them to keep producing breastmilk.