Can I drink while breastfeeding?

[Kaikyan]

I’m still nursing my 16 months boy, can I drink?
How much do I need to drink to sway pink?
I’m not a drinker at all, but will do anything that may help!
Thanks .


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[Throwaway_panther]

If you can drive after the amount you've had, you can beastfeed. If you want to play a bit more safe, have the drink before bed if you're no night nursing. But otherwise, 1 to 2 drinks is absolutely fine during nursing.

[ksmom]

In a word, yes. Like TP said, don't go overboard with it. I'm nursing my almost 11 month old and have a glass or two of wine a few nights a week. There's no specific amount of alcohol that sways pink. We've had good results with people drinking just a few times a week and there are others that choose to drink every night. I think really adding any alcohol at all is great for pink, especially if you're not usually a drinker. Whatever you're comfortable with.

[XXforhubby]

Like the others have said, just drink 1-2 drinks. It all depends on your metabolism how much gets into your milk. If you’re worried about it, Walgreens sells milk testing kits for alcohol levels. I have used this in the past, and it’s accurate according to a Lab specialist.


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[atomic sagebrush]

Yep just like the others have said this is ok. (only babies older than 6-8 months tho! no preemies, etc)

1-2 drinks, 4-7 days a week. No cosleeping , not with other meds like antihistamine

[Kaikyan]

Thanks so much ladies for the reply!
I nurse a lot more at night! Lesser in the afternoon!
Is it safer to have it straight after a feed? Usually how many hours later can I feed my Boy again?
Thanks


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[atomic sagebrush]

Yes that's best. The important thing is not the drink itself but that it can make YOU really drowsy and increase the risk of a nursing accident with your baby where you fall asleep and accidentaly they are harmed while you're sleeping.

[Kaikyan]

Oh may I ask since I’m totally not a drinker.
Which alcohol sways?
Not sure what I should be drinking?
Thanks.


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[XXforhubby]

Any. Totally your preference.


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[atomic sagebrush]

Oh may I ask since I’m totally not a drinker.
Which alcohol sways?
Not sure what I should be drinking?
Thanks.


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