8/17/2020 Top 10 Diet Tips for Breastfeeding Mothers https://www.chennaiwomensclinic.com/post-pregnancy/diet-tips-for-breastfeeding-mothers 2/7 Youtube credits : Mom Com India 1. The period of lactation requires an additional 500 kcal in the daily intake of a breastfeeding mother. Breastfeeding mothers are encouraged to eat a balanced diet with the correct proportions of proteins, nutrients, iron, and calcium. Often, women can simply continue the dietary pattern that they were following during pregnancy. 2. Sources of high protein such as whole grains, pulses, cereals, dried and fresh fruits, vegetables, chicken, and eggs are useful for the mother and infant. 3. Aerated beverages and liquor are not advised. Instead, change to more healthy choices to remain hydrated such as fresh juices, tender coconut water, lime juice, and lassi. 4. While specic sources of nutrition for a mother cannot be isolated as causing colic for the infant, mothers are encouraged to only eat what wholly agrees with them. 5. It is often the case that family members encourage lactating mothers to adopt a diet rich in ghee. As there is no clear proof that this causes an increase in breast milk secretion, a better move is to switch over to fruits, milk, yogurt, and juices. Food to eat while breastfeeding 6. Likewise, mothers are encouraged to proceed with the iron and calcium supplements in the initial period of post-pregnancy for as long as three to six months. 7. Water is not a food as such for lactating mothers. But it guarantees a regular supply of breast milk. It is encouraged that mothers drink a minimum of eight glasses of water a day. Breastfeeding mothers should keep a water bottle close by, regardless of whether they are thirsty or not, as it is challenging to get up once they begin feeding. 8. Cereal is particularly in style nowadays among oce goers. It is light and gives the correct sustenance. Lactating mothers are encouraged to have oats as a part of their diet as it lowers cholesterol and controls blood pressure. Additionally, it has also been observed to build the milk secretion. 9. Garlic is an everyday ingredient found in all kitchens. Adding garlic to the mother's diet increases the taste of the dish and increases the breast milk supply. 10. Breastfeeding mothers have the right chance to feed the bunny in themselves. Carrots contain beta-carotene, which is incredible for lactating women. A healthy eating regimen is fundamental to guarantee that the mother gets her additional 500 kcal from nutritious food. Some nursing mothers feel they can eat whatever they like, but she needs to be cautious with certain foods and drinks as they may contain toxic substances that could be harmful to the baby Contact Us
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8/17/2020 Top 10 Diet Tips for Breastfeeding Mothers
1. The period of lactation requires an additional 500 kcal in the daily intake of a breastfeeding mother. Breastfeeding mothers areencouraged to eat a balanced diet with the correct proportions of proteins, nutrients, iron, and calcium. Often, women cansimply continue the dietary pattern that they were following during pregnancy.
2. Sources of high protein such as whole grains, pulses, cereals, dried and fresh fruits, vegetables, chicken, and eggs are useful forthe mother and infant.
3. Aerated beverages and liquor are not advised. Instead, change to more healthy choices to remain hydrated such as fresh juices,tender coconut water, lime juice, and lassi.
4. While speci�c sources of nutrition for a mother cannot be isolated as causing colic for the infant, mothers are encouraged toonly eat what wholly agrees with them.
5. It is often the case that family members encourage lactating mothers to adopt a diet rich in ghee. As there is no clear proof thatthis causes an increase in breast milk secretion, a better move is to switch over to fruits, milk, yogurt, and juices.
Food to eat while breastfeeding
6. Likewise, mothers are encouraged to proceed with the iron and calcium supplements in the initial period of post-pregnancy foras long as three to six months.
7. Water is not a food as such for lactating mothers. But it guarantees a regular supply of breast milk. It is encouraged thatmothers drink a minimum of eight glasses of water a day. Breastfeeding mothers should keep a water bottle close by,regardless of whether they are thirsty or not, as it is challenging to get up once they begin feeding.
8. Cereal is particularly in style nowadays among o�ce goers. It is light and gives the correct sustenance. Lactating mothers areencouraged to have oats as a part of their diet as it lowers cholesterol and controls blood pressure. Additionally, it has alsobeen observed to build the milk secretion.
9. Garlic is an everyday ingredient found in all kitchens. Adding garlic to the mother's diet increases the taste of the dish andincreases the breast milk supply.
10. Breastfeeding mothers have the right chance to feed the bunny in themselves. Carrots contain beta-carotene, which isincredible for lactating women.
A healthy eating regimen is fundamental to guarantee that the mother gets her additional 500 kcal from nutritious
food.
Some nursing mothers feel they can eat whatever they like, but she needs to be cautious with certain foods and
drinks as they may contain toxic substances that could be harmful to the baby
Contact Us
8/17/2020 Top 10 Diet Tips for Breastfeeding Mothers
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Exclusive breastfeeding during the �rst six months of an infant’s life is important as the milk is comfortable todigest. The milk contains antibodies, antimicrobial factors, enzymes, and anti-in�ammatory factors along with fattyacids, which promote optimal brain development and the required amount of water for the baby. Hence abreastfeeding mother needs to pay a lot of attention to her nutrition during this period.
Ten dietary tips for a breastfeeding mother
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