Nursing Mom

Does anyone know how many calories I should add for nursing a baby who is also taking solids?

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  • KimiAR
    KimiAR Posts: 117 Member
    Between 300 and 500. Kellymom says a nursing mother can safely restrict to 1500-1800 calories a day without affecting supply. I've never had an issue losing weight or supply following that recomendation
  • shumm090
    shumm090 Posts: 23 Member
    When I was nursing my daughter I consumed about 1700-1900 calories. My supply didn't suffer and I lost weight.
  • KareninKY
    KareninKY Posts: 4 Member
    I currently consume 1600 and nurse my 13 month old who eats solids.