Lactating Man

While it is indeed not common in our society, the lactating man is a genuine phenomenon. Lactation can occur spontaneously, or it can be induced.

Lactation that occurs spontaneously should be checked out by a doctor. There are several medical reasons for this, including a tumor on the pituitary gland.


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Induced lactation in men is not much different than inducing lactation in an adoptive mother. Although a woman’s breasts are designed to respond to nipple stimulation more quickly and with more milk than a mans, it is possible for men to breastfeed.


Once the baby is born, or it is time to commence the breastfeeding relationship, the baby can provide the nipple stimulation by suckling directly at the breast in combination with a supplemental nursing system that delivers either breast milk or formula to the baby’s mouth via a small tube attached to his nipple. This is the same kind of system that is used for adopted babies.

If the prolactin levels are maintained, it is possible for a lactating man to produce enough milk to nurse exclusively in the early month, but supplementation with formula or donor milk is likely to be necessary.


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"My journey began with herbs (Dong Quai, Kwao Krua, fenugreek, and dandelion root) which quickly established some breast tissue ( 3 months). Went from a Tanner 0 to a 2, and this peaked around 3 months (a good thing, considering I didn't want large breast, nor am I into presenting other than male).

Also, I began focusing on lactation foods (watercress, red clover, carrots, avocados, alfalfa, walnuts, etc). Then began using a Medela pump, which wasn't consistent at first, but after 2 months I began getting Oxytocin release from the stimulation and got addicted. I used the pump twice a day.

Breast have swelled to 4" greater than band size but found these awesome t-shirts for gynecomastia compression t-shirts, which hide the bulge.

Considering what I'm doing, my diet has become very important. Fast Food restaurants are a thing of the past and I have lost unwanted weight. Another side-effect is that some weight shifted to my butt, not a lot, but I am no longer boney."

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