I'm breastfeeding mummy. My LO just started having solids at 6month now. Do I still need to pump exclusively to maintain milk supply? My milk supply is low (120-140ml) and it is just sufficient for a meal per session. I feel really really exhausted now. I direct feed her once I back from work until the next day morning (8pm, 11pm, 1am, 3am, 6am). And pump at work 3 times daily. Any advice to readjust my schedule as LO has started solids now? So that I can have a minute to rest. Much appreciated.

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My baby has also just started on solids (6mo) and I do not intend to decrease milk feeds. Solids are complementary and milk is still the main source of nutrients until 1 year old. However, if you really feel tired, then perhaps it's better to substitute with FM. Some moms replace 1 milk feed with solids (puree, porridge) but as I'm doing BLW, the milk feeds remain as per normal. http://www.bounty.com/baby-0-to-12-months/weaning/how-to-wean/cutting-down-on-milk

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Home Breastfeeding im breastfeeding mummy my lo started having solids 6month now do i still need pump exclusively maintain milk supply my milk supply low 120 140ml sufficient meal session i feel really really exhausted now i direct feed once i back from work until next day morning 8pm 11pm 1am 3am 6am and pump work 3 times daily any advice make life easier much appreciated