You should avoid alcoholic beverages. Do not take any medications without consulting your doctor and your baby's doctor first. While there are no specific dietary restrictions while you are nursing, you may want to limit the foods you eat which disagree with your baby's system. If a food seems to irritate your baby, avoid it. It's also not recommended that you diet while you are breastfeeding.
Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in women.
There is an increased chance of developing breast cancer if your mother, sister, aunt or grandmother had breast cancer. Breast self-examinations should be done monthly, about seven to 10 days after your period. Notify your physician immediately if you find any lumps, dimpling, swelling or discharge, or if you note any other changes to your breasts. Remember to always wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom. Change your sanitary pad often to avoid irritation, and try to avoid touching the inside of the pad.