what are some good diets for breastfeeding mothers?

Question

Im 5'8 and about 145 I want to lose about20 lbs like some healthy snacks I dont eat very healthy right now I want to change it

thanks ladys I been breastfeeding for 10 months now so I feel like I ready to loose a little and eat healther for me and my baby

Answer 1

My daughter is now 1 year old and we are exclusievely breastfeeding. Since I've had her i have lost 72 pounds, by eating high lean protein and low sugar and low carb diet. Just replacing empty calories with protein. I have had more energy doing that so I've been walking 2 miles a day with 30 minutes of high impact cardio 2 times a week. I have been told that because of my milk production of pumping and her nursing constantly that I burned enough calories to have ran 4 miles. In addition to my exercise schedule and her the weight has literally melted off. But in a safe way. Be sure to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated, and eat healthy. Try a low carb diet, and plenty of will power and self restraint. you can do it,.

Answer 2

Diets high in fiber, vegetables, fruits and proteins are the best for nursing mothers. I have 3 children and this is what the dr. told me to eat. Remember to drink LOTS of liquids-not caffeinated or alchoholic beverages, as caffiene will act as a diuretic and your dr. should have already explained the effects of alcohol-in order to keep you hydrated. It would be the same type of diet you ate when you were pregnant, with the exception of adding more liquids-when you are thirsty drink. Contrary to some opinions you don't need milk to make milk, just good, healthy liquids.

Answer 3

drink plenty of water. if you want to lose weight then you should cut out sweets. snack on fruits and veggies instead. i keep a bag of baby carrots in the fridge at all times. rice cakes are good. i also like to eat Jell-O that has fruit in it. don't forget to keep taking your prenatal vitamins.

Answer 4

Check out the link below for more info on dieting and breastfeeding.
Remember.....9 mos on, 9 mos off! Don't try to shed the pounds too quickly or it could harm your milk supply.

Answer 5

just make good choices like fresh veggies, fruits, whole grain breads, lots of water, remember, whatever you eat, baby eats.

Answer 6

A balanced diet would work just fine.

Answer 7

Dried fruit.

Answer 8

whole grains
fruits and vegetables
some milk products
some meat and legumes (beans)
some oils (like olive oil)

Answer 9

%1 milk
egg
vegetable
meats
fish

less bread and rice and ....