Postnatal Nutrition – Feel Well Nutrition

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Postpartum nutrition is essential for recovery, supporting lactation, and restoring energy levels after childbirth.

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As a new mum, nutrition is important to support your postpartum recovery and provide optimal nutrition for both you and your baby. The first six weeks postpartum are especially important as this time is considered the recovery period as your body and your hormones adjust. Correct nutrition is important in supporting your healing, energy, hormones and overall health during this 6 week period.

Breastfeeding is important for both mum and bub. It provides optimal nutrition, boosting the baby’s immune system, and supporting cognitive and emotional development. For mum, breastfeeding promotes postpartum recovery, aids weight loss, and reduces long-term health risks such as breast and ovarian cancer. Breastfeeding also encourages a strong emotional bond between mum and bub, is cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable. Despite potential challenges such as latching or low milk supply, with proper support, breastfeeding offers unmatched benefits for both mum and bub..

At Feel Well Nutrition we are able to provide support and empower all mums on their breastfeeding journey. Whether you breastfeed exclusively or in combination with an infant formula, we are here to help!

Benefits of seeing a dietitian postpartum include:

Nutrition guidance for postpartum recovery, healing and breastfeeding.
Managing nutrient deficiencies to support optimal nutrition for both mum and bub.
Assistance with special diets such as vegetarian, vegan and allergies in both mum and bub.

FAQs

How does nutrition improve recovery postpartum?

Nutrition postpartum is vital for recovery and the healing process. This is particularly important during the first 6 weeks postpartum. During this time, the body is recovering and healing from childbirth and regulating hormones. Nutrition is crucial for providing optimal vitamins, minerals, healthy fats and protein to aid in wound healing, tissue repair, hormone regulation and providing energy for both mum and bub through breast milk.

What should I eat to breastfeed successfully?

Nutrition during breastfeeding is crucial to support both mum during the postpartum period, ensure an adequate milk supply, and provide optimal nutrition for the baby. Breastfeeding requires higher calories, reducing stress and hydration. Eating a well balanced diet and proper hydration is important to successfully breastfeed. We can help you with nutrition for breastfeeding and tips for meal planning.

Which foods should I avoid during breastfeeding?

Some babies may have some sensitivities to certain foods in the mums diet that may cause discomfort or allergies through breast milk. The common trigger foods are soy, dairy, spicy foods, caffeine and nuts. We can help you identify which foods may be a trigger, and provide strategies on how to continue breastfeeding while maintaining optimal nutrition for both mum and bub.

Are there any supplements I should take while breastfeeding?

Mothers should continue to take a postnatal multivitamin while breastfeeding to support the additional nutrient requirements during this period. However, some mums may need additional supplementation depending on any nutrient deficiencies. We can help identify and address any nutrient deficiencies and which supplementation is required. If you need help with a postnatal multivitamin reach out today.