Patient's question:
Female, 30 years old, can you drink a lot of water during breastfeeding? It's said that drinking more water can increase milk production, but I don't know if there's any scientific basis for it.Doctor's answer:
It is okay to drink a lot of water during breastfeeding. Drinking water can help increase milk supply. It's also a good idea to drink more broth and soup during the day for added nutrition. Drinking more soy milk and milk can also help increase milk production. Additionally, during daily life, mothers should balance their intake of various nutrients, engage in aerobic exercise to stay fit, and maintain a happy and positive mood, all of which can help improve the quality and quantity of breast milk.