Question 1

if i smoked one cigsrette during brestfeeding what can happen to my baby if i feed him?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: Nothing, but don't make a habit of it.

Question 2

hi can i use cremaffin syrup while bresrfeeding my baby is just 18 days... does cremaffin effect baby on brestfeed??

Accepted Answer

No: The laxative you mentioned should not affect the baby. However, you may wish to use a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink plenty water so that your urine is mostly colorless. You may also increase your intake of fiber foods. Consult this site for fiber foods.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948

Question 3

i exclusively brestfeed my almost 2mo old and it has been 8 days since her last bm. should  i be worried?  or is this still normal?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: with breastfeeding is common, so long your baby is feeding, passing urine, have no other symptom, should be fine, try stimulating her rectum with rectal temperature reading, follow up with the pediatrician if concerned

Question 4

how can i lose weight while brestfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Take it slow.: Eat healthfully ; be physically active. Aim for 7.5 to 8 hrs of sleep / night. Hydrate w at least 64 oz of water / day. Calories burned must &gt; calories consumed.  Do both cardio ; weight training.

Question 5

what medication can i take for hayfever, while breatfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamine: In general, allegra, benadryl, (diphenhydramine) and Claritin are considered "probably safe" to take during lactation. You should talk to your pediatrician to seek her or his opinion as well. The safest thing is to avoid all medications that could be transmitted to your child in breast milk.

Question 6

i have pp anxiety will this ever go away? i am also brestfeeding and thinking i should stop will my body's chemicals go back to normal once i stop bf?

Accepted Answer

Ways to overcome...: Postpartum anxiety and depression can be overcome! It is not due to breast feeding, so don't rely on stopping breast-feeding to help. Things that are shown to help include creating a happier lifestyle (don't try to be supermom; you can still be a great mom by being an ordinary loving mom); eat lots of fruits, vegetables, some nuts, beans, and whole grains; practice breathing and get sun exposure.

Question 7

is breastfeeding hard?

Accepted Answer

No-Maybe 4 some: A mom/baby learning to breastfeed is like 2 teens at their 1st dance in jr-hi, they sort of know what they are supposed to do, but they don't automatically fee comfortable with it at first.  Some mothers have tons of milk, perfect nipples for latching & a reluctant baby. Other babies could suck milk out of a doorknob, but mom can't get comfortable. Keep trying,  use lactation consultant 4 help.

Question 8

any tips on breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Persistence!: Fill a pitcher of water and set it next to your breastfeeding spot with a glass.  Drink a glass of water every time you sit down to nurse.  Be sure to get pillows you need to position the baby to the breast, rather than hunching down to the baby to nurse.

Question 9

should i stop breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

No: If you want to breastfeed, don't stop breastfeeding. It is the best nourishment for a baby and also the cheapest! pick an age when you would like to stop and then make a plan.

Question 10

what is breastfeeding on demand?

Accepted Answer

Feeding when hungry: Breastfeeding on demand means tuning into a baby's hunger cues and feeding her when she starts "telling" you she is hungry. Look for alert periods, smacking lips, making sucking sounds, turning toward the breast, or sucking on her hand as hunger cues. Once a baby starts crying, she is usually really hungry. Breastfeeding on demand is a wonderful way to naturally build up a great milk supply.

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If i smoked one cigsrette during brestfeeding what can happen to my baby if i feed him?

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Hi can i use cremaffin syrup while bresrfeeding my baby is just 18 days... does cremaffin effect baby on brestfeed??

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I exclusively brestfeed my almost 2mo old and it has been 8 days since her last bm. should i be worried? or is this still normal?

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How can i lose weight while brestfeeding?

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What medication can i take for hayfever, while breatfeeding?

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I have pp anxiety will this ever go away? i am also brestfeeding and thinking i should stop will my body's chemicals go back to normal once i stop bf?

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Should i stop breastfeeding?

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What is breastfeeding on demand?

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