Learn the importance of proper feeding in breastfeeding.

The nutritional demands of a lactating woman are greater than in pregnancy, as the energy reserves and many nutrients during this period are used in the production of milk consumed by the baby. That is why it is very important to take care of feeding in breastfeeding.

To achieve successful breastfeeding, during this period you must increase the consumption of foods rich in proteins (milk and dairy products, beef, chicken and fish, eggs and dried legumes); Also food sources of minerals and vitamins that are provided by fruits, vegetables, and food sources of energy (cereals and derivatives, roots, tubers and bananas). There should be a greater contribution of water, liquids and foods rich in fiber, as well as it is ideal to add viscera to the food, once a week.

Do not overeat. Feeding in breastfeeding should be balanced, as indicated in the trimesters of pregnancy, without restrictions on nutrients, taking care of the quality and quantity of food and ideally with the guidance of a nutrition professional.

If you are vegetarian you need special care: your diet does not provide all the nutrients in adequate quantity and quality (high biological value proteins, calcium, iron, zinc and vitamin D) for your nutritional status and optimal development of your baby.

During feeding on breastfeeding you should avoid:

• Excesses of saturated fats, sugars, salt and coffee.
• Packets, fried foods, pastries, spicy and spicy foods.
• Condiments, processed
• Tobacco, alcohol and stimulants.
• Lack of exercise (sedentary lifestyle).