Every Baby Matters Guidelines for good nutrition in Bradford and Airedale Diet after pregnancy and when breastfeeding INTRODUCTION After childbirth it is important to have a balanced diet to: replenish body stores for future pregnancies and long-term health help with weight management overcome any specific postnatal problems e.g. constipation, anaemia help meet the additional nutritional requirements of breastfeeding. This can be a time when families are motivated to make changes to their lifestyle and health professionals and others working with them should take the opportunity to offer appropriate information and support on healthy eating and physical activity. Nutritional needs ...
DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR A HEALTHY POSTNATAL DIET A Healthy Plate for a Breastfeeding Mother ! Breastfeeding diet “Your breastfeeding diet” should focus on retaining the nutrient stores as it has an influence on the quality and quantity of breast milk. Nutritional requirements are maximum during lactation than at any other age in a woman’s life. Hence, the diet should be wisely chosen and balanced. It is important to gradually lose weight, gained during pregnancy. Use a combination of healthy balanced diet and moderate physical activity to do so. Dietary guidelines 1. Eat small meals frequently, preferably every three hours ...
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