Breast milk

Mammals need to carry a baby to term to begin giving milk, as milk is designed for the baby’s use. When the baby is born, the milk has nutrients that are designed to give the baby a boost into life. The milk changes in a few days, once the baby has had a chance to get his boost, and is now an excellent food for baby. The thing is, as long as the baby nurses, the mother is not likely to stop giving milk. I knew a woman who nursed for well over a year. As far as the amount given, it depends on the woman. Some women produce large quantities, while others don’t. Theoretically, a woman who produced a lot of milk could provide more than her baby needed. If she used a breast pump to remove the extra milk, I suppose that someone else could drink it. As the milk use is reduced, the production will slow and finally stop. Also, when a new baby is on the way, the milk production should stop, in order for the breasts to recover and refresh themselves to begin production for a new baby.