
Pregnancy Nutrition Diet Plan - Can you breastfeed while pregnant? In most cases, yes. You should check with your doctor or midwife, however, if you are at risk of premature labour or have any pain or bleeding during pregnancy. Breastfeeding (nipple stimulation in general) induces the production of the hormones oxytocin, which produces milk, and prolactin, which causes the uterus to contract. Neither hormone should be a problem during a normal pregnancy.
Water intake should also be watched closely. Both pregnancy and lactation require ample amounts. Try to get a minimum of 2 litres daily. This may sound like a lot, but you will notice a difference in your body when you consume less than this. Include herbal teas and unsweetened, diluted fruit juices in your daily total, but not soft drinks or caffeinated beverages (both should be avoided now anyway).
Stacelynn Caughlan is a Clinical Nutritionist and Certified Herbalist who specializes in pregnancy, birth and childhood. She is currently the editor of http://www.motherandchildhealth.com an online source of advice on nutrition, herbs, and natural healing for pregnancy, birth, and childhood. It includes parenting advice, articles, experts, and a variety of resources that help support natural lifestyle choices.
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