Breastfeeding Diet

When you're breastfeeding, you really are eating for two. See how your breastfeeding diet—including the food, drinks, medications, herbs, and supplements you take—impact your breast milk.
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17 Foods to Avoid While Breastfeeding
Nursing moms need to eat! A well-balanced diet filled with foods you like is best, but certain foods—no matter how much you love 'em—may not ... Read More
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Best Breastfeeding Positions (That Aren't the Cradle Hold)
Breastfeeding experts say that nursing is easiest and most comfortable the first few times if you're sitting up. But it can be useful to know ... Read More
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Breastfeeding? Eat This!
As a rule, many new moms feel hungry a lot of the time. In addition to feeding your baby, your body is recovering from the process of giving birth. ... Read More
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Calcium During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
During pregnancy and while breastfeeding, your body needs extra calcium for your growing fetus and newborn. What you probably don't know is ... Read More
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Which Medications Are Safe While Breastfeeding?
Small amounts of almost every medication you may take while breastfeeding will end up in your breast milk—and eventually in your nursing ... Read More
Cancer and Breastfeeding
All over the world, breast milk is known as the perfect food for human babies. If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, having the right ... Read More
Dinner for Two: Nursing through Pregnancy and Tandem Nursing
Is it safe to nurse while you're pregnant? What about after the baby is born—is it possible to continue breastfeeding your toddler while ... Read More
How Long Should You Breastfeed Before Introducing Solids?
Some new moms experience breastfeeding problems, but could how long they breastfeed be one of them? How long should you breastfeed? ... Read More
How to Breastfeed
You know how good breastfeeding is for you and your baby, and you're sold on giving it a try. Now what? The following steps explain the correct ... Read More
Q&A: Can I take anti-depressants while breastfeeding?
Q&A: Can I take Prozac while breastfeeding?
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Q&A: Is it safe to take Wellbutrin while nursing?
Q&A: It hurts to breastfeed. What can I do?
Q&A: Should I breastfeed when I'm sick?
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