Dysphoric milk ejection reflex is described as a flood of negative emotions during breastfeeding that corresponds specifically to milk letdown (milk ejection).
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D-MER usually includes feelings of depression, anger, and anxiety. Everyone experiences it … See more

Just as the name suggests, dysphoric milk ejection is considered a “reflex” — a physiological and hormonal reaction to the act of breastfeeding.
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Dysphoric milk ejection reflex isn’t an official diagnosis as of now, and it’s not considered a postpartum mood disorder.
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There are currently no approved medications to treat dysphoric milk ejection reflex, but there are some coping techniques that many parents find helpful.
Often, just l… See more