Lactation Tea

Does Lactation Tea really work?

Yes! Lactation Tea contains a special blend of herbs known for their impact on milk supply. These are called Galactagogue herbs. Galactagogues have been used for centuries by mothers to help increase milk supply. Anecdotally we have many 5 star reviews from breastfeeding mothers who have found lactation tea to be very effective at supporting breast milk production.

It is worth noting though that breastfeeding tea will support healthy breast milk supply for breastfeeding mums, however if there is an underlying issue such as poor attachment, tongue tie or other problems, then only a lactation consultant will be able to help. We recommend always seeing a lactation consultant if you are concerned about your milk supply.

Is Lactation tea the same as breastfeeding tea?

Yes, these are the same thing. Lactation means making milk for breastfeeding.

How many cups of lactation tea a day should I drink to increase milk supply?

We recommend starting with 2 to 3 cups of lactation tea per day. You can increase or decrease from there depending on the impact on your breast milk supply. Some breastfeeding mums will notice the impact of breastfeeding teas on their breastmilk supply within 24 hours, others may need up until 72 hours. You might also like to try lactation cookies which use different galactagogues to increase milk production.

If you're worried about low milk supply, we recommend you see a lactation consultant. You can get personalised troubleshooting advice or contact the Australian Breastfeeding Association to chat to someone about your concerns.

Which tea is best for breasteeding?

Herbal tea that includes fenugreek is best for breastfeeding. There are several other herbs that can assist with increasing milk supply, such as fennel seed, lemon balm, anise or aniseed, goats rue, milk thistle and caraway seeds. Some of these are also traditionally used to help support the digestive system, so they may also help with colic or wind as they come through your breast milk for baby.

When should I start taking Lactation Tea?

It is best to start drinking breastfeeding tea after birth. Some hearbal teas are not suitable for pregnancy, so don't take it until after birth.

How do I brew my lactation tea?

If you have breastfeeding tea in tea bags then simply pour boiling water into your cup, and add your a tea bag. Let it steep for a couple of minutes and enjoy! If you have loose leaf breastfeeding tea then put a teaspoon of the herbs into a tea infuser and let it steep for a couple of minutes and then enjoy!

What happens if I drink lactation tea?

Lactation tea is a naturally caffeine free herbal tea that contains herbs associated with supporting healthy milk supply and your digestive system for breastfeeding mothers.

If you are not breastfeeding, then the lactation tea will simply support your digestive system, it will not cause you to start milk production! For the breastfeeding tea to impact milk production you need to have started breastfeeding, which switches on the receptors in your brain to make milk.

How long does lacation tea take to work?

It will generally take between 1 and 3 days for the herbs to have an impact on your breast milk supply. You can also read our blog on how to increase your milk supply fast to get other tips on how your breast milk supply works.

Breastfeeding mothers should always see a lactation consultant if they are worried about breast milk supply, or call the Australian Breastfeeding Association for support. 

Does Lactation Tea really work?

Yes! Lactation Tea contains a special blend of herbs known for their impact on milk supply. These are called Galactagogue herbs. Galactagogues have been used for centuries by mothers to help increase milk supply. Anecdotally we have many 5 star reviews from breastfeeding mothers who have found lactation tea to be very effective at supporting breast milk production.

It is worth noting though that breastfeeding tea will support healthy breast milk supply for breastfeeding mums, however if there is an underlying issue such as poor attachment, tongue tie or other problems, then only a lactation consultant will be able to help. We recommend always seeing a lactation consultant if you are concerned about your milk supply.

Is Lactation tea the same as breastfeeding tea?

Yes, these are the same thing. Lactation means making milk for breastfeeding.

How many cups of lactation tea a day should I drink to increase milk supply?

We recommend starting with 2 to 3 cups of lactation tea per day. You can increase or decrease from there depending on the impact on your breast milk supply. Some breastfeeding mums will notice the impact of breastfeeding teas on their breastmilk supply within 24 hours, others may need up until 72 hours. You might also like to try lactation cookies which use different galactagogues to increase milk production.

If you're worried about low milk supply, we recommend you see a lactation consultant. You can get personalised troubleshooting advice or contact the Australian Breastfeeding Association to chat to someone about your concerns.

Which tea is best for breasteeding?

Herbal tea that includes fenugreek is best for breastfeeding. There are several other herbs that can assist with increasing milk supply, such as fennel seed, lemon balm, anise or aniseed, goats rue, milk thistle and caraway seeds. Some of these are also traditionally used to help support the digestive system, so they may also help with colic or wind as they come through your breast milk for baby.

When should I start taking lactation tea?

It is best to start drinking breastfeeding tea after birth. Some hearbal teas are not suitable for pregnancy, so don't take it until after birth.

How do I brew my lactation tea?

If you have breastfeeding tea in tea bags then simply pour boiling water into your cup, and add your a tea bag. Let it steep for a couple of minutes and enjoy! If you have loose leaf breastfeeding tea then put a teaspoon of the herbs into a tea infuser and let it steep for a couple of minutes and then enjoy!

What happens if I drink lactation tea?

Lactation tea is a naturally caffeine free herbal tea that contains herbs associated with supporting healthy milk supply and your digestive system for breastfeeding mothers.

If you are not breastfeeding, then the lactation tea will simply support your digestive system, it will not cause you to start milk production! For the breastfeeding tea to impact milk production you need to have started breastfeeding, which switches on the receptors in your brain to make milk.

How long does lacation tea take to work?

It will generally take between 1 and 3 days for the herbs to have an impact on your breast milk supply. You can also read our blog on how to increase your milk supply fast to get other tips on how your breast milk supply works.

Breastfeeding mothers should always see a lactation consultant if they are worried about breast milk supply, or call the Australian Breastfeeding Association for support.