breast feeding

Evalandon1234

Im currently breastfeeding, and im on a 1200 calorie diet. Should i be adding more calories..... please some input would help. thank you so much everyone

CoachChrisD

I would say contact your doctor and see what he/she says

RachelFrost1

Breastfeeding burns about 500-600 calories/day so I would say you should definitely be eating more than 1200 calories.

shannon128

Yes, I believe your body requires extra calories to breast feed. I would definitely consult your doctor.

JavaSparrow

talk to your doctor first.
i don't think 1200 is too little, as long as you're getting the right vitamins/nutrients. i also heard breast feeding helps women lose the pregnancy weight faster so maybe adding more calories, if your doctor suggests that, wouldn't hurt your weight loss too much anyway?

swingsnatchlift

Absolutely. If you are nursing a baby that is exclusively breastfed, you need an extra 500ish calories per day. Make sure you are eating enough of healthy food for your sake and your baby's.

nberry2

Hey! You can add in breastfeeding calories as a meal. Go in like you are adding something for your food diary, search breastfeeding, add, and it gives you a 500 calorie deficit

daytolive

Im nursing too and 1200 does not keep my supply up. I have to fluctuate between 1400-1800 cal,otherwise my baby goes hungry. Just make healthy choices when eating and you will still lose weight.