Weight Loss and Breast Feeding

akeyla3

How can I ensure I'm getting enough calories to maintain my breast milk, but still lose weight? The program has me only eating 1200 calories a day, but I need to maintain at least 1500 a day to sustain my breast milk. I still want to lose weight. though. Does anyone have any suggestions how to go about doing this? I burn any where from 300-500 calories a day just breast feeding... I just dont know how much to eat! Can someone please help me??

*I've already lost my pregnancy weight, and 8 pounds more, I'm only 7 weeks Postpartum... I need to ensure proper milk production, and safe and healthy weight loss at the same time..

Balentine

I'm not an expert by any means, but can you take your baby for a brisk walk in the stroller a few times a week?

aymie24

Hi,

I'm a breastfeeding counselor and nursing mom. Drink tons of water, eat at least 1500 calories a day and eat oatmeal. I know it sounds crazy but oatmeal does help with supply. Most importantly, listen to your body!!! Women can lose weight eating 1800-2000 calories per day while breastfeeding so DO NOT deprive yourself. Weight loss can be a supply killer so please take it easy on yourself.

Good luck, it sounds like you've come a long way already!!!

christahollis

apricots also boost milk production.