10. Diet of Nursing Mother
Breastfeeding
mother’s diet has a direct influence on a baby’s overall health including
his/her growth. So breastfeeding mothers should be very serious about their
diet.
What
to eat?
1.
Consumption
of pro-biotic yogurt daily by breastfeeding mothers will improve their own as
well as baby’s digestive system.
2.
Nursing
mothers must drink enough water throughout the day to keep body hydrated,
because water in main part of breast milk.
Avoid
this
1.
Avoid
dairy products immediately, because it contains certain proteins that may
disturb baby’s undeveloped digestive tract.
2.
Try
to avoid eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, nuts and citrus.
3.
Minimize
fried or spicy food, high-fat food, chocolates, caffeine and carbonated drinks.
4.
Avoid
smoking, tobacco and consumption of alcohol.
Additional
Tips
1.
Hold
your baby upright for at least 20 to 30 minutes after feeding. For new born
babies it is necessary to hold them in sitting position until they burp. Never
forget to do this and there will be no sign of acid influx
2.
Feeding
the baby smaller amounts of food throughout the day, at regular interval, will
also help.
3.
Do
not put your child down immediately after feeding.
4.
Don’t
let your baby overeat.
5.
Consult
your doctor before giving the baby any kind of solid food.
6.
You
can provide thickened feeds to the baby as it may also be effective for babies,
especially those who vomit. But doctor’s consultation is necessary before you
do it
7.
Avoid
any tight clothing, such as tight diapers or elastic waistbands, while
sleeping.
8.
If
your child still feeds on bottle then check the bottle’s nipple size. A smaller
nipple will make your baby gulp air while eating and a larger nipple will speed
up the flow of milk.
9.
Avoid
rough handling or bouncing your baby.
10.
Avoid
exposing your baby to tobacco smoke as it is highly toxic.
11.
Contact
you doctor if you suspect any type of food allergy or intolerance.
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