Weight loss : impact supply?

Question

Hi mummies - my son is 6 weeks old. I put on too much weight during pregnancy, and would really like to get my body back, and dive into an exercise and diet regime.
However - a few of my friends mentioned their supply dwindled as they lost weight and they needed to supplement with formula. 
What has your experience been? any advice on how to lose weight and keep up supply?

Answer

Going on a strict diet can hinder your supply... losing weight doesn’t. You need extra calories in order for your body to produce breastmilk. Fat is actually important for breast milk production as well. I’d recommend eating healthier, but don’t go on a drastic diet until you’re ready to stop breastfeeding.

Answer

I tried to do a drastic diet and it tanked my supply. My daughter started to lose weight because of it. As my Dr told me I was making skim milk when I need to make high fat cream milk. I know as a mom we want to get our bodies back and lose the weight but if your breastfeeding you need extra calories. I was very close to having to give formula and that's not what I wanted at all. Try to be patient it will all work out in the end but if you rush it you could do more harm than good.

Answer

I opted to do weightwatchers and they have an option for breastfeeding mothers. I am losing weight slowly but healthily and feeling myself again. I gained 75 pounds during pregnancy and I have lost 43 so far. My supply actually increased this week (8 weeks postpartum). I’ve learned better habits this way.

Weight loss : impact supply?

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