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No Adequate Milk Without Adequate Water!<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

New mothers often have one pressing question in mind: <\/span>Will I have enough milk?<\/span><\/i> To boost the amount of breast milk\u2014which not only supports the baby’s growth and development but also strengthens the bond between mother and child\u2014it is essential to drink enough water and get sufficient rest. As you may know, more than 90% of breast milk is made up of water.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Mother’s milk, a true miracle of nature, is the most important source of nutrition for babies during their first six months exclusively, and along with complementary foods up to one year of age. Naturally, after giving birth, women begin to question whether their milk supply will be sufficient for their baby. The quantity of milk produced is determined primarily by the amount of water the mother drinks, while its nutritional value depends on the foods she consumes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Start your day by drinking water as soon as you wake up, and throughout the day, during meals, and before going to bed, make water your primary beverage. Additionally, it\u2019s important to drink a glass of water before and after each breastfeeding session. Caffeinated beverages like tea and coffee can pass into breast milk and may cause sleep disturbances and restlessness in the baby. Besides water, lightly sweetened stewed fruit drinks, compotes, and herbal teas like fennel, anise, linden, and chamomile can also help increase milk production.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

“Breastfeeding mothers should drink fresh, high-quality water”<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition to drinking enough water, it is crucial to pay attention to its freshness and storage conditions. The best water for breastfeeding mothers is microbiologically safe, free of heavy metals, and suitable for drinking. The healthiest way to achieve this is by consuming purified drinking water. As for storage, the most appropriate method is to keep purified water in glass bottles at home.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t neglect quality protein and carbohydrates in your meals<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To improve the quality of your milk, pay attention to the following dietary recommendations:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n