Is it normal for milk to leak during the late stages of pregnancy?
Oct 13, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
In general, milk leakage may occur during the late stages of pregnancy. In the later stages of pregnancy, hormonal changes such as increased levels of estrogen or prolactin can cause the mammary ducts to expand and lead to an increase in breast milk production, resulting in milk leakage.
In general, milk leakage may occur during the late stages of pregnancy.
During the late stages of pregnancy, hormonal changes—particularly increases in estrogen and prolactin—can lead to the expansion of mammary ducts and increased milk production in the breasts, resulting in milk leakage. This is a normal physiological phenomenon and typically does not require special treatment.
When milk secretion occurs, it is recommended to promptly express the milk from the chest area to prevent blockage of the mammary ducts. After delivery, medications should be used only under a doctor's guidance to avoid transferring drug components to the baby through breast milk, which could affect the infant's growth and development. Following childbirth, it is beneficial to consume protein-rich foods such as fish, chicken, and duck meat, which provide essential proteins, amino acids, and dietary fiber, helping to replenish nutrients and support a quicker recovery.
