Breast-feeding during pregnancy
You usually can continue breast-feeding your child if you become pregnant. If you breast-feed while you are pregnant, be aware of the following issues:
- Breast-feeding during pregnancy is not recommended if you are at risk for preterm labour. Breast-feeding may stimulate uterine contractions, which can lead to premature birth.
- You need additional calories and nutrients if you breast-feed during pregnancy. See your health professional or a dietitian for dietary planning.
- You may experience more fatigue, nausea, and nipple soreness if you breast-feed during pregnancy.
- Your milk supply may drop around the fourth month of pregnancy. The breast-feeding baby may start weaning naturally around this time.
| Author: | Kathe Gallagher, MSW Carrie Henley | Last Updated: June 28, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine Andrew Swan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine | |
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