Breastfeeding and weight loss

b_ahen
b_ahen Posts: 14 Member
edited September 2016 in Motivation and Support
Is anyone out there a mom who is breastfeeding and trying to lose the baby weight? I've heard exercising and limiting calories could lessen your supply. I'm breastfeeding (not exclusively) and watching what I eat but not too rigidly because I'm worried too little calories will lessen my supply. Any advise? Tips? Also looking for support on this journey. Add me!

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  • DemeikaS
    DemeikaS Posts: 4 Member
    Im also breastfeeding and looking for support on my weight loss journey.
  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,463 Member
    What does your doctor say?
  • Shana67
    Shana67 Posts: 680 Member
    So, if you're not breastfeeding exclusively, I wouldn't limit your calories beyond what is recommended for a breastfeeding mom. I breastfed my last baby exclusively, and worked out mostly every day. 15 months later, she finally weaned and I had plenty of milk the entire time. I feel like exercise is fine, but get those calories and especially, water - into your diet.

    And GOOD FOR YOU for working so hard to nourish your baby :)

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