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Breastfeeding Problems

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Food and diet-related topics while breastfeeding.

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20 Natural Home Remedies for Colds and Flu While Breastfeeding

Catching a cold or the flu can be challenging, but there are several natural remedies you can utilize to alleviate symptoms and promote a speedy recovery.

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How Much Water Should I Drink When Breastfeeding?

How Much Water Should I Drink When Breastfeeding? As a breastfeeding mother, you have a job that doesn't end; sometimes, the most challenging part about breastfeeding is looking after yourself!

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Breastfeeding and Iron Intake - Is Iron-Supplementation Necessary

Surprisingly, it is the mother who will face the brunt, since she will already be low in iron, and breastfeeding will further deplete her of the nutrient, making her anemic.

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Should I Take Extra Vitamin D When Breastfeeding?

Yes, nursing mothers do need to supplement themselves or their babies with extra vitamin D; this is mostly because people are not spending enough time in the sun these days. Your body uses the sun to make Vitamin D.

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Is a Keto Diet Safe While Breastfeeding?

Is It Safe to Eat Low-Carb While Breastfeeding? Yes, it is safe, as long as you don't go under 50g of carbs per day. To enter ketosis, you can consume anything under 100g of carbs per day.

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The 10 Best Foods to Eat When Breastfeeding

The macro-nutrients in breast milk, are not likely to change much, but micro-nutrients will vary greatly according to the foods a mother eats.

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Oatmeal for Breast Milk - How Much Oatmeal Should I Eat?

If you have opted to breastfeed, you obviously want the best supply of milk possible. What if I told you that something as simple and humble as oatmeal would give you just that?

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Acne Issues in Mom and Baby During Breastfeeding

Are you struggling with acne while breastfeeding? There are natural products you can use, to take care of acne during breastfeeding! Some Moms notice acne outbreaks during the first few months after childbirth; this can include pimples on the face or all over the body.

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Peppermint and Breastfeeding - Should You Avoid It?

Peppermint (Mentha piperita)/Menthol are herbs that are generally avoided while breastfeeding but are sometimes used to treat oversupply or used during weaning and should be avoided in copious amounts during breastfeeding, as it can reduce milk supply.

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What Is the Best Breastfeeding Diet to Follow?

Whether you make nourishing your body a priority or not, your body will continue to prioritize milk production. Your baby's needs will be satisfied before yours.

Top 10 Foods That Increase Milk Supply

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Top 10 Foods That Increase Milk Supply

This page will discuss the good food choices that can help boost a mother's breast milk supply by including nutritious foods that support the chemistry of lactation.

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Breastfeeding and Chocolate

The substance Theobromine has been found to be the primary substance that causes severe symptoms, and especially gas in babies.

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Foods That Cause Gas In Babies While Breastfeeding

Remember, it is unlikely for foods to cause an issue since breastmilk is derived from what passes through a mother's blood, not from her digestive tract. Therefore, there is no reason to avoid any foods

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Things to Avoid

Foods to Avoid While Breastfeeding

Your baby’s tolerance to the specific food will change as he/she gets older and as Baby's system matures. ONLY IF your baby has tested positive for a food allergy, it is best to delay giving the problem food to your baby before 12 months.

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