{"id":5192,"date":"2025-08-19T01:23:03","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T01:23:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/?p=5192"},"modified":"2026-10-25T14:16:52","modified_gmt":"2026-10-25T14:16:52","slug":"postpartum-recovery-what-if-youre-not-breastfeeding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/2025\/08\/19\/postpartum-recovery-what-if-youre-not-breastfeeding\/","title":{"rendered":"Postpartum Recovery: What if You\u2019re Not Breastfeeding?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Postpartum recovery doesn\u2019t look the same for everyone. If you can&#8217;t or choose not to breastfeed, you may be wondering what changes to expect in your body and how to take care of yourself in the weeks after birth. Your body will still go through hormonal shifts, breast changes and physical healing and <em>Postpartum Recovery: What if You\u2019re Not Breastfeeding?<\/em> aims to make the transition smoother to help you focus on rest, healing and bonding with your baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/whattoExpectifyoureNOTBreastfeeding-.png\" alt=\"What to Expect if you\u2019re NOT \nBreastfeeding shows a mom formula feeding her newborn\" class=\"wp-image-5193\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.1928934010152283;width:339px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/whattoExpectifyoureNOTBreastfeeding-.png 940w, https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/whattoExpectifyoureNOTBreastfeeding--300x251.png 300w, https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/whattoExpectifyoureNOTBreastfeeding--768x644.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-regular-font-size\"><strong>Breast Changes if You&#8217;re Not Breastfeeding<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Nursing or not, your breasts may still become&nbsp;swollen, tender, or engorged&nbsp;around day 3\u20135 postpartum. This is normal and gradually subsides within 1\u20132 weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-regular-font-size\"><strong>How can I get my milk to dry up If I&#8217;m not breastfeeding?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-regular-font-size\">Wear a&nbsp;supportive, snug bra&nbsp;without underwire to minimize irritation and stay comfortable. A sports bra or compression bra give gentle support while allowing milk to gradually reabsorb and production to slow down. The focus is on comfort and reducing stimulation so your body knows that milk isn\u2019t needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-regular-font-size\">Use&nbsp;cold compresses or chilled cabbage leaves&nbsp;to reduce swelling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-regular-font-size\">Hand-express only enough to relieve discomfort; avoid fully emptying breasts to prevent prolonging milk production. Breastmilk is produced on a supply and demand basis, so when emptying the breasts you don&#8217;t want to increase demand. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-regular-font-size\"><strong>What&#8217;s Cabergoline?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Cabergoline is a simple, effective and generally safe&nbsp;medication that suppresses lactation. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/drugs-supplements\/cabergoline-oral-route\/description\/drg-20062485\" title=\"Cabergoline\">Cabergoline<\/a> is a tablet that works by stopping your body&#8217;s production of prolactin, the hormone that helps maintain milk supply. While only 1 dose is typically prescribed, side effects of dizziness, headache or bloating may occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-regular-font-size\">How long does it take for breast milk to dry up if you are not breastfeeding?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">For most people milk production decreases significantly within 7 to 10 days when not stimulated. Engorgement typically peaks around day 3 to 5 and gradually subsides within 1 to 2 weeks. Full cessation varies; some people see milk completely stop within a week while others may notice small amounts for several weeks. Avoiding stimulation is the key factor in how quickly supply diminishes. It&#8217;s okay to release small amounts of milk to avoid engorgement but try not to put baby to the breast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-regular-font-size\"><strong>Physical Recovery<\/strong> <strong>and Hormone Shifts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Postpartum physical and hormonal changes will happen regardless of your feeding choice. Estrogen and progesterone fluctuate and this can lead to\u00a0mood swings or fatigue. To manage your hormonal health be sure to stay\u00a0hydrated\u00a0and eat\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/2024\/10\/19\/7-power-breakfasts-new-parents\/\" title=\"nutrient-rich meals\">nutrient-rich meals<\/a>, rest when you can and track your mood to self-screen for <a href=\"https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/2025\/02\/05\/ppd-vs-baby-blues-know-the-difference\/\" title=\"postpartum depression\">postpartum depression<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Physical recovery will be directed by your maternal healthcare team but in general, these home remedies aide in healing and pain management:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-regular-font-size\">Over the counter pain relief&nbsp;such as ibuprofen if cleared by your doctor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-regular-font-size\">Use of ice<strong> <\/strong>packs or sitz baths&nbsp;for perineal discomfort. Sitz baths are simply warm bathwater with a small amount of salt added that you can sit in for 10-20 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-regular-font-size\">Begin&nbsp;gentle pelvic floor exercises&nbsp;once cleared by your healthcare provider to support your bladder, bowel and uterus.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-regular-font-size\">Supporting your body with nutrition and light activity is also important for energy and recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-regular-font-size\"><strong>Call your OB\/GYN or midwife if you experience:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-regular-font-size\">\n<li>Severe breast pain, redness, or warmth. This can indicate possible mastitis which is internal inflammation, often accompanied by infection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fever, chills, or flu-like symptoms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heavy postpartum bleeding, soaking a pad in under an hour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-regular-font-size\"><strong>Emotional and Social Support<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Mom-guilt is real, and emotional and social support may look a bit different for exclusively bottlefeeding parents.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">First and foremost, it&#8217;s important to remember that your newborn&#8217;s wellbeing is directly connected to your wellbeing. A mother who is healthier, confident and more rested because she chooses not to nurse is giving her baby an enormous gift. At the same time, there are many reasons a mother can&#8217;t breastfeed ranging from illness, past trauma, taking medications that are contraindicated in breastfeeding or previous surgeries that make nursing impossible. Guilt may creep in in these situations but again, a parent who is healthy or trying to be, is a good parent.<br><br>What doesn&#8217;t always get said is that bottle feeding has real advantages for the whole family. Not only do you get uninterrupted sleep, but your partner and even extended family get more opportunities for early bonding. The feeding relationship isn&#8217;t exclusively maternal with formula. Older children also benefit from a rested parent who is present during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re faced with any shaming by others, set boundaries simply stating, \u201cThis is what works best for our family.\u201d Surrounding yourself with supportive voices whether from friends, online groups, or other mothers who made similar choices can also help. Here are more ways to<a href=\"https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/2025\/11\/05\/setting-boundaries-when-you-have-a-newborn\/\" title=\" set boundaries postpartum.\"> set boundaries postpartum.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"774\" height=\"866\" src=\"https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Postpartum-Recovery-What-if-Youre-Not-Breastfeeding.png\" alt=\"Postpartum Recovery What if You\u2019re Not Breastfeeding shows donor milk banks\n\" class=\"wp-image-5194\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.8937644341801386;width:473px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Postpartum-Recovery-What-if-Youre-Not-Breastfeeding.png 774w, https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Postpartum-Recovery-What-if-Youre-Not-Breastfeeding-268x300.png 268w, https:\/\/letmommysleep.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Postpartum-Recovery-What-if-Youre-Not-Breastfeeding-768x859.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-regular-font-size\"><strong>Donor Milk <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Whatever the reason for not nursing, breastmilk is always available via donor milk banks. If this is something you choose to do, you can contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmbana.org\/find-a-milk-bank\/overview.html\" title=\"Human Milk Banking Association of North America \">Human Milk Banking Association of North America <\/a>(HMBNA) for a donor bank near you, or so an online search for possible smaller, local donor milk banks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-regular-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Whatever infant feeding choice you make, postpartum recovery still involves&nbsp;breast comfort, hormonal adjustments, physical healing, nutrition and emotional support. Empowering yourself with these tips can make your early postpartum weeks safer and more comfortable. Recovering postpartum is exhausting regardless of feeding choice. 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