Dieting and exercising while breastfeeding

ddebruhl

I'm exclusively breastfeeding and trying to lose weight. I know that I need to eat more considering that bf burns calories, but I'm not sure how much more. I've read anywhere from 300-500 calories. Have any of you dieted or exercised while breastfeeding and lost weight? Please share any tips. Thank you!

jjlashley

I'm in the exact same boat. Hoping to find the answers!

JenMc14

I'd talk to a lactaion consultant or your doc. I think eating at maintenance would work. Just keep a close eye on your supply and your baby's weight gain. I wouldn't try to lose quickly, just focus on your overall health and your baby.

sherbear702

From personal experience, when I started dieting and exercising my milk supply tanked. So, unless your baby is eating solids and starting to have regular milk and water, I would hold off on the diet part. Eat at your maintenance level and you should be fine.