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Caffeine and Breastfeeding

Caffeine and Breastfeeding

Many moms have questions about caffeine and breastfeeding. Overtired and worn out breastfeeding moms often ask, ‘How much caffeine can a I drink without affecting my baby?’

The truth is that less than 1% of the caffeine a mom consumes actually gets into breast milk. Doctors state that moms who consume less than 300 mg of caffeine per day while breastfeeding will not see side effects in their nursing child.

How much is 300 mg?

• 2-3 cups of coffee
• over 8 cups of Coke
• over 3 cups of Red Bull Energy drink

A Word of Caution

Be careful, however, different babies react to different foods and drinks. Drinking or eating things with caffeine can affect some baby’s sleep and make him cranky just like some spicy foods. Sine this is the last thing that a sleep-deprived mom needs...introduce caffeine into your diet slowly to gauge your baby’s reaction.


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