Don’t drink coffee! Certain foods will increase your milk supply. You need to drink milk to produce milk. Vegan mothers can’t breastfeed.  Always avoid peanuts and other foods that cause allergies. There are so many more myths out there about breastfeeding and diet. They do more to scare new mothers than support them during this very challenging time.  Another big myth: breastfeeding is easy. Breastfeeding takes planning and support, and ideally, a healthy balanced diet. Today, we want to discuss breastfeeding lore,...

Breastfeeding can be intimidating and breastfeeding nutrition even moreso. Most women are so tired during those first few weeks, eating a balanced diet seems as realistic as aliens invading. They can’t imagine being able to maintain a healthy diet while breastfeeding. Others have concerns about how their own nutritional needs may impact the quality and quantity of their breast milk. Some women may worry that certain foods or beverages they consume could cause their baby...