Nutrition for Lactation | Benefits of Breastfeeding, Eating to Increase Your Supply, and Boosting Milk Production
The decision to breastfeed and the journey of breastfeeding itself are so personal to you and you and your family. I get so many questions about breastfeeding for weight loss, how much you need to eat when nursing, and how to boost your milk supply with food. In this episode, my friend Cara Mowery, RD, IBLC, is sharing her expertise as a registered dietitian and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. If you or someone in your life have questions about breastfeeding, this episode is for you
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Some key takeaways from this episode include:
There are a lot of benefits to mothers who breastfeed, and one common experience is that breastfeeding can help you lose weight postpartum. However, this doesn't happen for anyone, and it’s way more important to focus on the other health benefits of breastfeeding!
It’s hard to quantify how many extra calories a breastfeeding mother needs, but it’s crucial for them to eat enough to sustain enough energy to produce milk. Eating at least a healthy snack every 2-3 hours is a good rule of thumb, and your hunger cues will guide you to eat what you need!
If you need help with breastfeeding or have questions, reach out to a lactation consultant (IBCLC) near you. Many hospitals will have one visit you during your immediate postpartum period, or your baby’s pediatric office should have one you can make an appointment with.
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