Knowing 8 Common Myths About Breastfeeding

Knowing 8 Common Myths About Breastfeeding

There is generally very little knowledge of the myths about breastfeeding, mainly because of the delicate condition of the mother.

You need to feed the baby in your womb, the nursing baby, and yourself. And now, let’s bust the most common breastfeeding myths.

Myth number 1: I can't Get Pregnant While Breastfeeding.

You can get pregnant while breastfeeding. Breastfeeding can delay fertility but is not foolproof, especially if you're not exclusively nursing your baby round the clock, your menstrual period has returned, or your baby is more than 6 months old.

Myth number 2: My Breasts Are Too Small or Too Big to Breastfeed.

Breast size is irrelevant. Size does not determine the quality of milk produced. All shapes and sizes are capable of producing a good supply of milk.

Myth number 3: I Won't Produce Breast Milk The First Few Days After Birth.

Pregnant women begin producing colostrum, the baby's first milk, in the second trimester, and they're ready to nurse when their baby is born. Colostrum is a healthy superfood packed with nutrients. In 2-5 days, the body switches to regular breast milk.

Myth number 4: You Can't Breastfeed If Your Nipples Are Flat Or Inverted.

Mothers can often breastfeed with flat or inverted nipples with the right techniques or tools. These may include expressing a small amount of milk with a breast pump right before nursing, stimulating your nipple by hand, or wearing a nipple shield.

Myth number 5: You Can't Take Any Medications While Breastfeeding.

Most medication are safe to take when breastfeeding, or an alternative medication may be available. Check with your doctor before taking any medications, vitamins or supplements.

Myth number 6: I Can't Eat Spicy Foods While Breastfeeding.

Breastfeeding moms can enjoy spicy foods as long as it’s a healthy diet. The mother's diet flavors the breast milk, introducing your baby to different tastes.

Myth number 7: I Am Not Producing Enough Milk For My Baby.

Most moms do produce ample milk. The more you nurse, the more milk your body will produce. Ask your pediatrician about signs of a well-fed baby, like the number of diapers your baby should be wetting.

Myth number 8: If You Don't Nurse You are a Bad Mother.

While breastfeeding offers significant health benefits for you and your baby. Choosing not to breastfeed or not being able to breastfeed for any reason does not make you an unfit mother. 

Give your baby a formula you are comfortable with and move on whether he dines on breast milk formula or some combination of the two with your love and care your child will thrive.

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That's all the truth behind some common myths about nursing a baby. Therefore very important for every expectant mother to find out all the facts on breastfeeding in advance to combat the myths and stay firm on her decision to breastfeed her baby.