Post Pregnancy Healthy Breastfeeding 1800

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50% CHO, 30% PRO, 20% FAT

Creator: Kimberly Tessmer, LD RD

Women who are breastfeeding need to pay special attention to their dietary intake. As with pregnancy their diet should be well-balanced, healthy and provide all of the nutrition necessary to encourage a healthy milk supply. Now is not the time for cutting calories, in fact a drastic drop in calorie intake can greatly effect milk supply both in quality and quantity. Losing more then one pound a week of body weight it is probably a sign that more calories are needed. The goal during breastfeeding is to take in additional calories, over maintenance level, and choose healthfully. It is vital to stay well hydrated yet to limit caffeine and avoid alcohol. The Healthy Breastfeeding Meal Template doesn’t just provide you with the extra calories you need it provides you with the additional nutrition that your body requires during breastfeeding such as protein, healthy fats (including DHA), fiber, calcium, vitamin D and vitamin B12. During breastfeeding it is recommended that you speak with your physician about continuing supplements, such as a prenatal vitamin/mineral supplement. Always speak to your physician first before starting an exercise and/or dietary program during breastfeeding.