They Told Me I Had Low Milk Supply... But They Were Wrong.
The Gentle Approach That’s Helping Thousands of Women Breastfeed With Confidence
Breastfeeding can feel like one of the most natural things in the world—until you’re told it’s not working.
If you’ve ever been told your baby isn’t getting enough...
Or that you don't have enough milk to nourish your baby...
If you’ve felt the heartbreak of being told your milk supply is too low
You're not alone. And you are not failing.
The truth is, many mothers are given this label too quickly, often based on rushed hospital practices—not their body’s actual capacity to nourish.
"I was told my milk wasn’t enough… but it turns out, my body just needed time, support, and a little trust." ~ Sarah
Why So Many Women Are Told They Have Low Milk Supply
Dr Robyn Thompson (PhD), an experienced midwife and breastfeeding consultant, dedicated over 50 years walking beside women through their birth and breastfeeding journeys.
In her PhD research, she found that more than 60% of mothers who experienced breastfeeding complications were given cow's milk formula, before being discharged from hospital—often unnecessarily.
While for some mothers and babies, formula may be a benefit, often it is introduced just so the hospital can move toward early discharge. But for most healthy newborns with an APGAR score of 7 or above, the early introduction of formula is not necessary—and can (often does) disrupt the natural rhythm of milk production.
What Most Mothers Aren’t Told About Milk Supply
Contrary to popular belief:
- Your breasts don’t need to feel “full” to be producing enough.
- Your colostrum is low in volume but rich in nutrients—it’s enough.
- Your milk supply will gradually increase over the first 72–96 hours following the birth of your baby (sometimes a little longer after a C-Section).
- Your baby’s stomach is tiny (round about the size of their closed fist), and frequent feeding in the early days is nature’s way of establishing your breast milk production.
“Milk supply is about regular, rhythmical hormone stimulation—not pressure. Not pumping. Not panic.” ~ Dr Robyn Thompson, PhD
By understanding how milk production really works, mothers like you can make informed decisions and avoid unnecessary interventions, particularly in the early hours, days and weeks of breastfeeding.
If you're currently breastfeeding and facing supply concerns, you can learn how to improve your milk supply here →
The Power of the First Breastfeed (The 3 Golden Hours)
Dr Robyn discovered that the most common breastfeeding complications—like low milk supply, nipple pain, mastitis and latch issues—often begin with an interrupted or delayed first breastfeed.
That’s why she developed the concept of The 3 Golden Hours: The precious first few hours after the birth of your baby when uninterrupted skin-to-skin and instinctive breastfeeding can significantly reduce the risk of complications.
But in many hospital settings, these hours are often interrupted for weighing, wiping, injecting, and measuring—before breastfeeding is properly established.
“If your baby is healthy, and you are well, those procedures can wait. You have the right to hold your baby in your arms.” ~ Dr Robyn
Sarah’s Story: From Fear to Confidence
After a long labour, Sarah’s baby wasn’t settling. The nurses suggested her milk hadn’t come in—and formula was introduced.
“I felt like I was failing before I’d even started,” she recalls.
But when she discovered The Thompson Method, she realised her body wasn’t broken. It simply hadn’t been given the time—or the support—to do what it was naturally designed to do.
Today, she breastfeeds confidently and pain-free.
And she’s not alone. Read more success stories from women who overcame low supply here →
The Thompson Method: A Different Kind of Support
Dr Robyn never set out to create a “program.”
She responded to a deep need—a system that was failing women and rushing them through one of the most important times in their lives.
The Thompson Method is a gentle, woman-centred approach that’s:
- Evidence-based
- Individualised
- Deeply respectful of maternal instincts
Whether you’re pregnant and preparing, or already breastfeeding and struggling, this method gives you the knowledge, guidance, and community support to move forward with confidence.
Already Breastfeeding and Feeling Overwhelmed?
You’re not alone. And it’s not too late.
Whether you're struggling with supply, pain, or self-doubt, there is gentle support available.
Explore The Breastfeeding Program →
💛 Designed to support mothers at any stage—without pressure or judgment.
Pregnant? Now Is the Time to Prepare
If you're expecting, the most powerful thing you can do is prepare before your baby arrives.
Learn how to:
- Protect your 3 Golden Hours
- Avoid unnecessary interventions
- Understand how milk supply is naturally established
- Create your personalised Birth & Breastfeeding Plan
Explore The Program for Pregnant Women →
Be Informed. Be Confident. Trust Your Instincts.
In a world full of conflicting advice, The Thompson Method offers something different:
A calm, compassionate, evidence-based approach to breastfeeding, rooted in maternal empowerment.
✨ Your body is capable.
✨ Your baby is wise.
✨ And you have the right to feel confident in your ability to breastfeed—for as long as you choose.
💛 Ready to Begin—or Begin Again?
👇 Choose your next step:
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You don’t have to do this alone.
Let The Thompson Method gently guide your way, through every step of your journey.
Wondering how The Thompson Method has transformed the lives of breastfeeding women all around the world? You can read their stories here. It's a space filled with support, triumphs, and raw honesty.
Here are just a few stories...
