hindmilk
Nursing session's end
Hindmilk is the fat-rich breast milk that flows toward the end of a nursing session, as opposed to the thinner foremilk that comes first.
The distinction matters to breastfeeding mothers because hindmilk's higher fat content helps satisfy and nourish the baby: Make sure the baby gets enough hindmilk before switching breasts.
Failure to satisfy expectations
- latchDoor-securing catch
- nursingMedical caretaking profession
- colostrumInitial postpartum milk
- breastUpper front torso
pumping · feeding · lactation · fat content · satiation · emptying · breastfed · suckling
Adipose tissue
- caloriesMeasures of food energy
- satietyState of being full
- weight gainBody mass accumulation
- fatty acidsOrganic molecules in fats
lipids · energy · nourishment · fullness · growth · thriving · brain development · DHA
letdown
Failure to satisfy expectations
breast · pumping · feeding · lactation · fat content · satiation · emptying · breastfed · suckling · engorgement
fat
Adipose tissue
- caloriesMeasures of food energy
- satietyState of being full
- weight gainBody mass accumulation
fatty acids · lipids · energy · nourishment · fullness · growth · thriving · brain development · DHA · cholesterol
oversupply
Excess beyond demand
- gassinessExcess digestive air
- fussinessExcessive concern over trivialities
- colicSpasmodic abdominal distress
imbalance · digestive upset · discomfort · adjustment · timing
- infant feedingbaby bottle, baby formula, bottle feeding, formula feeding, infant formula
- Breast Milkcolostrum, lactose, whey, casein, immunoglobulins