Does postpartum anemia affect milk?

Postpartum anemia affects milk secretion. If a woman has postpartum anemia, it affects the functioning of the body, affecting the secretion of oxytocin and prolactin, resulting in reduced milk production. Anemia also affects maternal mental health and increases the risk of postpartum depression. When a woman has anemia, the nutrient content in milk is reduced, which increases the risk of malnutrition in her baby.