The time it takes for breast milk to dry up varies widely among individuals and depends on factors such as how long and how frequently you have been breastfeeding or expressing milk, the age of your baby, and your body's response.

• Generally, breast fullness and discomfort decrease within 1 to 3 days after stopping stimulation (nursing or pumping), but it may take several days to weeks for milk production to completely stop

• Most women taper off milk supply over about 2 to 3 weeks, though some may continue to express small amounts of milk for weeks or even months after stopping breastfeeding

• The average time for milk supply to dry up after weaning is typically between 4 and 14 days, but it can take longer depending on how often you nursed and your milk production level

• Gradual weaning is recommended to reduce discomfort and avoid complications such as engorgement or mastitis. Methods to help dry up milk include wearing a supportive bra, using cold packs or cabbage leaves, taking pain relievers, and sometimes using herbs or medications under medical supervision

In summary, drying up breast milk usually takes from a few days up to several weeks, with the process being gradual and variable for each woman.