Breastfeeding can make you really thirsty. And unless you make a point of drinking something each time you nurse your baby, you can easily become dehydrated. It is generally recommended that breastfeeding moms drink 2 to 3 quarts of water per day. Simply drinking plain water will...
If you are a new mom who has chosen to breastfeed your baby, you've probably noticed that you own appetite has increased, and that you're feeling hungry more often than before. (Not to mention how great it feels to have some room again for food...
During pregnancy, energy needs increase by 300 to 500 calories per day starting in the second trimester. But "eating for two" doesn't mean doubling the amount of food you consume or just increasing calorie intake. It's important to remember that nutrient needs increase too in...