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Calculating TDEE for breastfeeding mums

SteadfastSian
SteadfastSian Posts: 8
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Hello!

Ok, so I've been spreading the word of eating like a normal human being and losing weight and I have been asked how to adjust TDEE for breastfeeding mothers...

I'm under the impression that there should be a calorie increase of around 300-500 calories, but I'm not quite sure about this.

Can anyone advise please?

Thanks!

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  • zukkiz
    zukkiz Posts: 362 Member
    The general rule of thumb is, you add 500 0-6 months and 300 from 7 months and older.

    For example my TDEE is 2300, I then add on 300 more for baby. S

    o I am actually eating 2600 a day. Mine is at maintenance, I would do the same if I was at a cut.
  • SteadfastSian
    SteadfastSian Posts: 8
    Fab! Thanks so much.
  • HeidiHoMom
    HeidiHoMom Posts: 1,393 Member
    I also add on 300 to my cut because I'm nursing a 6 month old who's on solids.

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