Vitamins and Breastfeeding

[*TripleJ*]

the preg vitamins say u should take them while BFing just asking is that right? im just asking coz i dont eat properly which im really trying to rectify but should i take them till i eat properly?

[starangelk]

Do you mean the blackmores ones? I took them while BFing and during pregnancy because they are called pregnancy and breastfeeding..........? Most people I know don't bother taking them when BFing though, I actually thought they helped my supply.

[diva det]

i take a natures own - breastfeeding vitamin- its great and i notice that i do have more energy when i take them- esp the next day
the breastfeeding ones are designed that they do supply the extra vitamins you need whilst breastfeeding.
there are some vitamins that you should stay clear of or limit when you are feeding or pg- so sticking to the ones desgined for this purpose is a good idea

[*TripleJ*]

hmmm might have to look into that one thanks

i know this is a stupid question but will it help her to sleep if i have the vitamins i need? im getting pretty desperate to get her to sleep just a little bit longer than she does

[*TripleJ*]

is it the after baby one?

[diva det]

yes the post baby vitamins- i had tried the other brands and found these ones the best for me and the cheapests too!!

[onthefly]

I don't think there's any particular need for them when breastfeeding if your diet is good, but take them if they make you feel better. I wish it were as easy as taking a pill (re sleep)

[*TripleJ*]

damn my diet isnt very good hard with an attached baby finding it hard to find time to do anything

[onthefly]

I'm getting good at doing things one handed