Nutrition While Breastfeeding

Many new mothers worry about what to eat especially if they are breastfeeding their new babies. A simple thing to remember is that there is nothing you can't eat/drink during breastfeeding as long as you are consuming everything in balance. Similar to most things in life everything is okay in moderation. But there ARE specific foods, herbs and drinks that are said to help with milk supply and nutrition while breastfeeding.

Some of my favorites are:

-Quinoa
-Barley
-Kale
-Cabbage
-Carrots/Carrot Juice
-Proteins such as eggs, nuts, raisins & lean meats

It is important to eat as much natural food (foods that have not been processed) as possible. Try going shopping and cooking food such as a nice soup or quinoa dish to last the week. Ask for help from family members if necessary as to try to avoid pulling things out of the freezer for meals.

Listen to your body and watch to see if you notice a change in your baby's mood after you eat or drink certain items such as dairy, or caffeine.

Remember: It's all about balance!
Happy Breastfeeding!

See below for a website with good recipes:

http://www.nursingmomrecipes.com/


Sources:
Ina May's Guide to Breastfeeding by Ina May Gaskin, 2009

Nursing Mothers & Dept of Labor

US Department of Labor is looking for stories and input about breastfeeding while working. Submit your stuff:

http://www.dol.gov/whd/nursingmothers/

Pushing for First-Time Moms by Gloria Lemay

http://www.midwiferytoday.com/articles/pushing.asp

A wonderful article in Midwifery Today by Gloria Lemay about Pushing for First-Time Moms

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Nausea? Morning Sickness?

Nausea is a common problem associated with pregnancy. Here are some natural ways you can prevent and treat it!

-get adequate rest
-avoid pungent odors that cause nausea, especially odors that cause nausea for even those who aren't pregnant
-take vitamins with food because taking vitamins on an empty stomach can cause nausea
-keep yourself hydrated
-try acupressure or acupuncture or SeaBands: click here
-try 50mg of vitamin B6 daily
-eat healthily, and be sure to get adequate protein
-avoid greasy foods
-drink TEA! parsley, chamomile, and peppermint tea are all great options
-try drinking 1 glass of milk before bed if milk sits okay with you
-have a bite to eat before bed
-eat some ginger chews: click here
-try wild yam root *USE WITH CAUTION*
-try preggie pops: click here
-take gingera: click here
-take liquid chlorophyll supplement

And, of course, you can read more about Herbal Allies for Pregnancy Problems from Susun Weed: http://www.susunweed.com/Article_Pregnancy_Problems.htm


*CHECK WITH YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER BEFORE TAKING ANY HERBAL SUPPLEMENTS*

blessings!

Laura