What to eat when you’re breastfeeding

It’s no surprise that your energy and nutrition needs go up when you’re breastfeeding. Choose healthy foods and beverages to get the extra calories and nutrients you both need.

Breastfeeding has lifelong health benefits for your baby. Take the time to learn about these latching techniques now, so you'll have an easier time later. 

Experts agree breast milk is best for babies. Not only is it the most nutritionally complete food your newborn will ever have, but it also benefits you and your baby in other ways, some that will last a lifetime.

The most common breastfeeding concerns, answered by a Nestlé lactation specialist.

Did you know? Nursing—feeding your baby directly from your breast—helps to protect her ability to drink only as much as she needs.

Breastfeeding exclusively for the first six months, and sustained for up to two years or longer with appropriate complementary feeding is important for the nutrition, immunologic protection, growth, and development of infants and toddlers and has many benefits for you as well.

Everything you need to know about expressing your breast milk and choosing the most suitable breast pump for you.

By Dr. Ted Jablonski, family physician

Depending on their level of hunger, your baby’s cues may become very obvious to you. The longer their hunger cues go unanswered, though, the more vocal and focused they will be to communicate that they're hungry.

Check out these four tried-and-tested breastfeeding holds that help you both relax and encourage your baby to latch on well. Which one works best for you? 

Yes, it seems like another pregnancy miracle, but it’s true—your body produces the perfect baby food: Breast milk. For starters, learn as much as you can even before baby arrives (it’s an ideal part of you being prepared to breastfeed)—and follow this guide! You’ll be aware of common challenges and feel ready to get this wonderful bonding experience off to a good start for both you and your baby.

6 things you need to know about feeding your baby in their first six months.

Did you know? Your breasts make just the right amount of breast milk for your baby. 

Breast milk is the best start for babies.

Now you’ve mastered breastfeeding in the comfort of your own home, it’s time to get out and about!  

Different types of breastmilk| Nestlé Baby & me

Take action with these tips to try.

Can you identify which of these responsive feeding principles are fact and which ones are fiction?

Having a basic understanding about breast milk, breastfeeding and your breastfed baby will help you enjoy every moment that you’re nourishing and nurturing your baby.