Can you drink alcohol while breastfeeding?

Patient's question:

I got married last year. Recently, I've been experiencing lower abdominal pain, especially during my period. I'm very worried it might affect fertility, and I'm also extremely sensitive to cold and coldness. Can I drink alcohol while breastfeeding?

Doctor's answer:

Mothers who are breastfeeding should avoid alcohol as much as possible during this special period, even fruit wine. Because their latest research results show that alcohol affects the hormone that regulates milk production in breastfeeding mothers, thereby reducing milk production. They also found that even a small amount of alcohol consumed by breastfeeding mothers can delay milk production and reduce the amount of milk produced, leaving the little baby hungry.

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