What can't I eat/drink while breastfeeding?

funmaker

Obviously, alcohol.  I'm just curious about all the other things I gave up for pregnancy - are they taboo when breastfeeding, too?  Like blue cheese, lunch meat, etc?

blondie75

Other than alcohol and caffeine in moderation, I haven't had to give up anything.  Some people need to modify their diet b/c their child has a reaction (dairy, beans, tomatoes, garlic).  Check out kellymom.com for more info.

Stacyc625

alcohol is at your discretion. many people go by the reasoning- if you can drive you can BF. meaning if you have a drink and feel ok- bf'ing is ok as well.

i never had to alter my diet. all depends on baby. some are more sensitive than others.

Pacheco825

It all depends on you and your baby. I stay away from alcohol, cafeen, and artifical sweetners

azuremama

I didn't have to change mine at all.  I tried to go easy on caffeine at first, but now it doesn't seem to bother him at all (thank goodness, because I am tired!).  I can eat anything, and if I want to have a drink, I do it either right after he ate or after he goes to be and avoid nursing for a couple of hours afterward.