That I am still breast feeding... Should I stop breast feeding if I am pregnant
2006-10-02 23:54:39 · 15 answers · asked by elainefromlondon 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It used to be felt that breastfeeding while pregnant can steal important nutrients from the fetus and can increase the risk of miscarriage. Now we know that this is not true. Many research studies have demonstrated no nutritional risk to the fetus, and no increased risk of miscarriage. I encourage pregnant moms to continue to breastfeed as long as they want to.
There is, however, one situation where breastfeeding during pregnancy is NOT considered safe. For moms who have a history of miscarriages or preterm labor (labor beginning before 37 weeks gestation) with previous pregnancies, breastfeeding may increase the risk of these events occurring again. Why? Because breastfeeding releases a hormone into mom's bloodstream that can cause the uterus to contract. If a mom's uterus is especially sensitive to this hormone (i.e., if a mom has had preterm labor or miscarriages before) then breastfeeding MAY trigger the uterus to contract.
However, most women's uteruses are NOT sensitive to this breastfeeding hormone. It is therefore safe to breastfeed during pregnancy.
You should discuss this issue with your own midwife or obstetrician.
2006-10-03 00:13:34 · answer #1 · answered by SAM 5 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is fine to keep breastfeeding when you are pregnant. I have done it twice. You just need to make sure that you get enough nutrition for you, the nursling and the growing baby in your tummy.
Some women nurse during the entire pregnany but I stopped about 1/2 way through. Your nipples will hurt in the beginning but after the first few weeks it won't be as bad.
2006-10-03 05:15:19 · answer #2 · answered by Candice B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is possible that your milk supply may end, but your baby is about to start eating solids, so your probably not going to keep having the supply you once had either. My opinion if breastfeeding is working out for you, I would keep doing it until it you want to stop or if your milk supply is gone. Nothing's going to hurt the new baby - just make sure to keep taking your vitamins and make sure you are eating enough healthy food to keep your nutrition up for the new baby and the breastfeeding baby.
2006-10-03 00:06:15 · answer #3 · answered by ncgirl3303 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont know how it all works exactly.. but as far as i know, NO you DONT have to stop Breast feeding your baby.. go about BFing as normally you would. But deffinitly speak to your Dr about this and if you are pregnant discuss this issue with your babys ped.
2006-10-03 00:04:22 · answer #4 · answered by Crystal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
continuing breast feeding has no harm to the unborn baby..
2006-10-03 00:02:30 · answer #5 · answered by Jordan Then 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Breastfeeding is believed to be compatible with healthy pregnancies. Many moms go on to nurse throughout pregnancy and nurse both newborn and other child together, an arrangement known as tandem nursing. You will need more fluids if doing both and lots of rest.
2006-10-03 00:09:37 · answer #6 · answered by tampico 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No you don't have to stop breast feeding
2006-10-02 23:58:33 · answer #7 · answered by MJane21 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
first of all you will not stop producing milk because you are pregnant,no sweetie it can't harm your baby.Although,you should consider how far along you are and if it will affect the decision you make about breastfeeding the new born.
2006-10-03 00:03:18 · answer #8 · answered by holliela 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its fine to carry on feeding ur baby ... ur milk wont stop has no need to ... no harm to either baby .. congratulations
2006-10-03 00:00:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i will not Harm you but you have to take proper Food that is good for you health and do not take to much stress Good luck
2006-10-03 00:10:57 · answer #10 · answered by ayubp 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋