Patient's question:
Does drinking beer during breastfeeding cause milk suppression? If it does, what precautions should be taken? Which foods are known to suppress milk production?Doctor's answer:
Drinking beer during breastfeeding will not bring back milk. However, mothers are not allowed to drink alcohol during breastfeeding, and should try to minimize alcohol consumption as much as possible, because alcohol can enter the infant's body through breast milk. It is recommended that postpartum women who are promoting milk production can consume promoting milk soups such as peanut pig trotter soup, lean meat soup, fresh fish soup, chicken soup, etc. Rich in water-soluble nutrients. It is not only beneficial for physical recovery but also helps milk production. This can be said to be the best nutrition. In addition, maintaining a good mood and getting enough rest time also helps milk production. You can also eat some traditional Chinese medicine to promote breast milk. If it is really impossible, you should pay attention to adding formula milk or seek the help of milk production promoters.