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Nutrition in Breastfeeding

Breast milk;It is the most reliable food that contains all the
energy and nutrients needed for the growth and development of the human body in
sufficient, balanced and healthy amounts after birth.  A
breastfeeding mother who has an adequate and balanced diet and consumes all
the  energy, carbohydrates ,  fat  ,  protein  ,  vitamins  and  minerals she needs produces
approximately 700 – 850 ml  of
milk per day  .

Breast-feeding

It is the most suitable nutrition method for the healthy growth and development of
the baby. It has a biological and psychological effect on the health of
the mother and baby.

What Should We Do to Have Adequate and Balanced Nutrition in Breastfeeding?

–  Most Important!!  In order for the milk to be abundant
during breastfeeding periods, it is important for the mother to be well nourished,  away from stress and  sufficiently rested,  and
to  breastfeed her baby  frequently .

– Liquid consumption should be sufficient for milk
production.  Consume 2.5-3 liters (10-12 glasses of water) a day.

–  ATTENTION!! During the breastfeeding period, a weight loss diet should not be made.Especially
at the beginning of the breastfeeding period, a low-calorie diet reduces milk
production and negatively affects the nutritional value of milk!

–In order to meet your protein needs, eggs and especially fish should   be
consumed at least twice a week.

Adequate intake of calcium is important for the bone
health of the mother. The risk of osteoporosis in women should not be
forgotten.

–  Avoid
foods containing additives such as salami, sausage, and  sausage as much as possible.

–  Vitamin
B consumption should also be sufficient. For this, whole wheat,  bulgur  and  dried legumes  can be preferred.

–  Vitamin B12  is important for milk productivity. Its best source is lean red meat and eggs.

–  To meet your vitamin and mineral needs, consume 5 portions of fruit  and  2 portions of vegetables a day  .

You  can consume tea  and  coffee twice a
day. The caffeine in excessive tea, coffee and cola passes into the milk
and affects the baby’s health negatively.

– Tea and coffee should not be taken during and immediately after a meal,
considering that it inhibits iron absorption  .  In addition, fresh
fruit juices rich in vitamin C are a more suitable choice, as they facilitate
the absorption of iron.

–  If you have iron deficiency, juices  molasses  or  raisins  can add.

–  Always   use iodized salt

– Do  not smoke  or  drink alcohol !!