Also, it is suggested to refrain from exercising and lying down for two hours after eating. Depending on the infant, the lactating mother produces an average of 25 ounces of milk each day. In order to produce milk, a woman needs an extra 500 calories a day during the first six months of breastfeeding. In order to prevent dehydration, the breastfeeding mom needs to drink plenty of fluids. The rule of thumb is to drink a glass of fluid at each meal and each time the baby nurses.
Some studies indicate adverse effects when pregnant women consumed high levels of caffeine.
After giving birth, many women are in a hurry to lose the extra weight they gained during pregnancy. A woman who breastfeeds will lose weight gradually if she chooses nutrient dense foods, even though her energy needs may be higher than normal. It is estimated that most women lose one to two pounds a month during the first six months of lactation. Some women may lose more, and some may even gain it. Regardless of pre-pregnancy weight, women who gain more weight during pregnancy tend to lose more weight after delivery.