CAN THE POWER OF YOUR MIND INCREASE YOUR MILK PRODUCTION, YES !
I have written several articles on the power of your mind
to increase milk production, and even cause galactorrhea.
This does not mean that everyone that dreams of achieving this or any goal will be successful. But science has recorded many such results in those that are working towards a particular goal. Lactation being one of them.
Imagination and picturization have proven successful for many that have put these principals into practice. There are many books on the subject. My first book was THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING by Norman Vincent Peal. My next one was BELIEVE AND ACHIEVE.
You can look Imagination and Picturization online or on YouTube and see a huge number of books and videos on the subject no matter what your goal may be.
I can tell you that LACTATION is a big goal for many women, and these principals can work magic. Remember YOU MUST BE POSITIVE AND BELIEVE.
Here is a video I just watched last night. Science has proved that these principals work.
I have seen them work on many women that wanted to lactate or boost production.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/09Oly1PJaqM (Listen Carefully )
"Believe and Achieve" is a core, action-oriented philosophy (often tied to W. Clement Stone and Napoleon Hill) emphasizing that a positive mental attitude and firm belief in one's goals are the keys to overcoming obstacles and reaching success. It is a foundational concept in motivational literature, focusing on self-belief, resilience, and taking proactive steps to create the life you want.
The National Institute of Health :
Yes, imagination, visualization, and relaxation techniques can increase breast milk production and improve milk ejection (let-down). These mental techniques work by reducing stress, which in turn lowers cortisol levels and boosts the release of oxytocin, the hormone responsible for the milk-ejection reflex.
Yes, picturization (visualization) and imagination can help boost breast milk production to an extent, primarily by promoting relaxation, enhancing the milk ejection (let-down) reflex, and indirectly supporting overall milk supply.
Breast milk production works on a supply-and-demand basis (frequent removal of milk signals the body to make more), but the let-down reflex—triggered by oxytocin—is heavily influenced by the mother's psychological state. Stress, anxiety, or tension can inhibit oxytocin release and thus hinder effective milk flow, while relaxation promotes it.
Key Evidence from Research
Relaxation techniques (including guided imagery, visualization, mindfulness, meditation, and breathing exercises) are associated with increased milk quantity. A 2024 systematic review and meta-analysis (covering 16 studies and ~1,870 participants) found that relaxation interventions led to moderately higher milk volumes (standardized mean difference of 0.73) and better infant weight gain, along with modest reductions in maternal stress and anxiety.
Visualization specifically has been studied in contexts like guided imagery during pumping or breastfeeding. Examples include imagining milk flowing abundantly (e.g., "like Niagara Falls"), picturing the baby nursing effectively, or visualizing a calm, safe environment with the baby. Studies show these can improve milk output during pumping sessions, sometimes significantly (one older study reported up to 63% more milk with relaxation audio tapes that included visualization elements).
Lactation-specific visualization (mentally picturing milk ejection or the breasts filling with milk) can directly trigger or strengthen the let-down reflex in some mothers. This is supported by mechanisms involving oxytocin release.
Techniques combining visualization with other sensory elements (e.g., audio relaxation, music, or even multisensory stimulation like baby photos/smells) often show stronger effects, especially for mothers of preterm infants who commonly face supply challenges.
NOTE:
Some women may believe that skipping a day or two of not nursing a partner (ANR ABF)
will help the milk build up for a better session the next day.
This is completely wrong in 99% of cases.
Skipping a session only tells the breasts to stop producing as it seems that milk is no longer required. The way the system works is that the more the breasts are emptied and stimulated the more they will provide. This is a basic principal.
I hope the above info will provide a new direction and a new angle on the common request to boost milk production.
BreastMilkProf copyright 2026
[email protected]
to increase milk production, and even cause galactorrhea.
This does not mean that everyone that dreams of achieving this or any goal will be successful. But science has recorded many such results in those that are working towards a particular goal. Lactation being one of them.
Imagination and picturization have proven successful for many that have put these principals into practice. There are many books on the subject. My first book was THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING by Norman Vincent Peal. My next one was BELIEVE AND ACHIEVE.
You can look Imagination and Picturization online or on YouTube and see a huge number of books and videos on the subject no matter what your goal may be.
I can tell you that LACTATION is a big goal for many women, and these principals can work magic. Remember YOU MUST BE POSITIVE AND BELIEVE.
Here is a video I just watched last night. Science has proved that these principals work.
I have seen them work on many women that wanted to lactate or boost production.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/09Oly1PJaqM (Listen Carefully )
"Believe and Achieve" is a core, action-oriented philosophy (often tied to W. Clement Stone and Napoleon Hill) emphasizing that a positive mental attitude and firm belief in one's goals are the keys to overcoming obstacles and reaching success. It is a foundational concept in motivational literature, focusing on self-belief, resilience, and taking proactive steps to create the life you want.
The National Institute of Health :
Yes, imagination, visualization, and relaxation techniques can increase breast milk production and improve milk ejection (let-down). These mental techniques work by reducing stress, which in turn lowers cortisol levels and boosts the release of oxytocin, the hormone responsible for the milk-ejection reflex.
Yes, picturization (visualization) and imagination can help boost breast milk production to an extent, primarily by promoting relaxation, enhancing the milk ejection (let-down) reflex, and indirectly supporting overall milk supply.
Breast milk production works on a supply-and-demand basis (frequent removal of milk signals the body to make more), but the let-down reflex—triggered by oxytocin—is heavily influenced by the mother's psychological state. Stress, anxiety, or tension can inhibit oxytocin release and thus hinder effective milk flow, while relaxation promotes it.
Key Evidence from Research
Relaxation techniques (including guided imagery, visualization, mindfulness, meditation, and breathing exercises) are associated with increased milk quantity. A 2024 systematic review and meta-analysis (covering 16 studies and ~1,870 participants) found that relaxation interventions led to moderately higher milk volumes (standardized mean difference of 0.73) and better infant weight gain, along with modest reductions in maternal stress and anxiety.
Visualization specifically has been studied in contexts like guided imagery during pumping or breastfeeding. Examples include imagining milk flowing abundantly (e.g., "like Niagara Falls"), picturing the baby nursing effectively, or visualizing a calm, safe environment with the baby. Studies show these can improve milk output during pumping sessions, sometimes significantly (one older study reported up to 63% more milk with relaxation audio tapes that included visualization elements).
Lactation-specific visualization (mentally picturing milk ejection or the breasts filling with milk) can directly trigger or strengthen the let-down reflex in some mothers. This is supported by mechanisms involving oxytocin release.
Techniques combining visualization with other sensory elements (e.g., audio relaxation, music, or even multisensory stimulation like baby photos/smells) often show stronger effects, especially for mothers of preterm infants who commonly face supply challenges.
NOTE:
Some women may believe that skipping a day or two of not nursing a partner (ANR ABF)
will help the milk build up for a better session the next day.
This is completely wrong in 99% of cases.
Skipping a session only tells the breasts to stop producing as it seems that milk is no longer required. The way the system works is that the more the breasts are emptied and stimulated the more they will provide. This is a basic principal.
I hope the above info will provide a new direction and a new angle on the common request to boost milk production.
BreastMilkProf copyright 2026
[email protected]
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