Oversupply in Breastfeeding: Signs, Causes, and Solutions

In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence Podcast, host Jaimie Zaki, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and mom of five, addresses a common but often overlooked breastfeeding concern: oversupply of breast milk. Many moms worry about low supply, but producing too much milk comes with its own challenges — and it’s usually a sign of an underlying issue.

Jaimie explains the difference between healthy supply and oversupply, common symptoms to watch for (forceful letdown, frothy stools, frequent gagging or coughing, engorgement, plugged ducts, and mastitis), and why oversupply is often related to inflammation or oral dysfunction. She also provides practical strategies for managing oversupply, including block feeding, strategic expression, and addressing root causes like inefficient milk removal or inflammation.

This episode is full of actionable tips, mindset shifts, and encouragement to help moms navigate oversupply without feeling guilty, anxious, or overwhelmed.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Signs of oversupply and how it differs from a healthy milk supply

• Why oversupply is usually a symptom, not the problem itself

• How oral dysfunction and inefficient milk removal can overstimulate milk production

• The role of inflammation in hyperlactation

• Practical strategies: block feeding, flow management, and strategic milk expression

• When to seek further evaluation from a healthcare provider

• How to prevent oversupply from leading to clogged ducts, mastitis, or eventual undersupply

Resources & Links:

👉FREE Breastfeeding Mistakes Guide - DOWNLOAD NOW

👉Access the Confident Mama Breastfeeding Academy for step-by-step guidance on protecting your milk supply, managing common breastfeeding struggles, and getting a pain-free latch: Book a 20-minute Q&A session with Jaimie for personalized support

Breastfeeding Challenges: Comfort Nursing and Persistent Thrush

In this episode of the Breastfeeding With Confidence podcast, host Jaimie Zaki, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and mom of five, answers two common community questions: “What should I do if my baby uses me as a pacifier?” and “My baby has white patches on her tongue, the doctor says it’s thrush, but it won’t go away — what now?”

Jaimie breaks down the difference between nutritive and non-nutritive sucking, when and how pacifiers can be helpful, and how to know when “comfort nursing” is actually a red flag for oral dysfunction. She also clears up confusion between “milk tongue” and true thrush, shares what persistent thrush really means, and explores the role of gut health in recovery.

With practical tips, mindset shifts, and encouragement, this episode helps you feel less alone while navigating frustrating breastfeeding struggles.

BREASTFEEDING RESOURCES

👉FREE Breastfeeding Mistakes Guide - DOWNLOAD NOW

👉Access the Confident Mama Breastfeeding Academy for step-by-step guidance on protecting your milk supply, managing common breastfeeding struggles, and getting a pain-free latch: Book a 20-minute Q&A session with Jaimie for personalized support

Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction & Podcast Welcome 01:06 November Updates & Breastfeeding Community 01:50 Comfort Nursing vs. Pacifier Use 06:09 Baby Thrush Concerns Explained 06:37 Breastfeeding Resource Library 07:18 Thrush vs. Milk Tongue: Getting a Proper Diagnosis 11:20 Final Thoughts & Support Options 12:06 Conclusion & Call to Action

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