What Can I Use To Boost My Energy Levels While Breastfeeding?
January 23, 2010 by Guest Author
Filed under Breast Feeding Supplies
I’m breastfeeding and have very low energy levels and don’t want to ingest too much caffine. Is there an alternative?
When i breast feed I would make a thick half peanutbuter sandwich and drink a glass of milk. works wonders.
eat more! No kidding. You’ve got to keep your calorie levels up or you’ll just feel like a slug.
Another really great thing that has made a huge difference for me is to take a B-complex vitamin supplement. B vitamins are water soluble, so if you don’t get them in your diet daily, they get peed out. You should notice a difference the first day you take one. Just be sure to take it with food, and also take your regular multi-vitamin.
I agree with Hi-itsgw. B-complex and multivitamin works wonders for me too. Eat or drink high protein foods and drinks. I drink Shaklee vanilla Energizing Protein mixed in OJ 2-3 times a day for extra boost and I swear its better than coffee! Also, drink a lot of water. If you can, schedule a nap time when baby is sleeping. I hope this helps.
I’m new to breastfeeding… only 5 weeks now. but I find that eating a small snack right before you nurse it helps a lot. I eat peanut butter crackers and a bottle of water by my rocking chair. Plus a book and the phone.