So Your Milk Hasn’t “Come In” Yet — Now What? Part 1

Part 1: The Milk Myth — Your Milk Didn’t Start Late

One of the most common things new parents hear is, “Your milk hasn’t come in yet.”
And while that phrase is familiar, it can create unnecessary worry.

Your body actually begins producing colostrum during pregnancy, typically by mid-pregnancy. Colostrum is made in small amounts on purpose — it’s concentrated, protective, and perfectly matched to a newborn’s tiny stomach.

What most people call “milk coming in” is the normal postpartum transition when milk volume increases after birth due to hormonal changes. The milk didn’t suddenly appear — it changed.

Knowing this helps reframe those early days: your baby is receiving milk even before things feel full or obvious.

This mini-blog series is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat feeding concerns. Feeding challenges require individualized assessment.

If you have concerns about milk supply, infant intake, or breastfeeding comfort, please contact me to schedule a lactation consultation so we can provide appropriate, personalized support.