Nutrition for Special Groups

Nutrition for Special Groups 3(3+0)

Lesson 15: Nutrition for the Lactating Mothers

Water

Water is the major nutrient in breast milk. However total milk volume does not vary with maternal fluid intake. To protect herself from dehydration, a lactating mother should drink plenty of fluids. A glass of milk/juice/water with every meal and every time she nurses the infant is a good rule.