How long after youve stopped can you resume breastfeeding?

Question

I stopped breastfeeding my son because it seemed my supply was dwindling but i now know that was due to me not eating enough and being stressed and tired. I don't have any milk now and was wondering how i could get it back and how long is too long to have waited?

Answer 1

Women who have never given birth are able to produce milk so it's never too late.

How to:

http://www.kellymom.com/bf/adopt/relacta...

Answer 2

Any time.

Grandmothers have been known to relactate for their grandchildren.  

Answer 3

Women who adopt are sometimes able to breastfeed their children, there is hope.  : )

I stopped breastfeeding when my son was 4 months old.  2 weeks later I couldn't get over the guilt and started the relactation process (I had 1-2 drops of milk at that point, at best).  It has been approx 6 weeks (I think?) since I started relactating.  My full supply isn't back but I'm still noticing a slight increase daily.  I was able to send 5 oz bottles to daycare today (and I was so happy!), whereas, I was sending 4oz bottles last week.  Kellymom is a great site to find info on relactating.  I recommend talking/ working w/ a lactation consultant.  Good luck!!!

ETA:  Even though it's possible doesn't mean it will always work.  I'm adding this b/c I don't want you to get discouraged if it doesn't; I don't know your situation.  I've read in some places that there is a 50/50 chance.  Even when it does work, it's not an easy job.  It's definitely worth a try though!!!