For breastfeeding mothers, it is normal for there to be concerns about the risks of fasting in the midst of the obligation to breastfeed an infant. Especially for new moms who are breastfeeding for the first time during Ramadan. The choice to continue fasting or not, of course, comes back to yourself.
If you choose to continue fasting while giving exclusive breastfeeding, there are several things that you must pay attention to, pay attention!
1) Pay attention to the condition and age of the baby
As an alert mommy, you have to pay close attention to the baby's condition. If you are 6 months old, as reported on the Baby Center page, you are advised to consult a doctor first in deciding whether to continue fasting or not. Regarding the baby's development, you can analyze it from the child's KMS chart.
2) Make Sure Your Daily Calories Are Fulfilled
It is very important for you to ensure that your daily nutrition is met to the maximum during iftar and sahur. This was reported on the Firstcry Parenting page.
You are encouraged to increase the consumption of foods that contain protein, green vegetables and nuts, it is also allowed to consume breast milk boosters.
3) Meet Fluid Needs
It's also very important to keep yourself hydrated while fasting while breastfeeding. You need to meet your fluid needs by drinking 2-3 liters of water at iftar, before going to bed, and at dawn.
4) Avoid Excessive Activities
Similar to what was reported on the Firstcry Parenting page, you don't need to force yourself to carry out daily activities. Adequate rest is the key to saving energy. Also avoid being in a hot place for long periods of time.
5) Pay Attention to Signs of Adequacy of Baby's Milk
You can notice some signs that the baby's milk is sufficient from the intensity of urination, as well as the baby's weight. This was reported on the Baby Center page.
Make sure the baby urinates at least 6 times a day, is active and cheerful, is not fussy, sleeps well, and gains weight. You can also pay attention to other signs in yourself, such as making sure that your breasts appear to be changing or flat after feedings.
6) Signs of Perli Stop fasting and consult a doctor
If you start to feel dizzy, weak, and there are other signs such as dark urine, you should immediately cancel your fast. This is quoted from the Firstcry Parenting page.
Fasting is also best stopped if you feel you have lost more than 0.5 to 1 kg in a week. Or because the baby does not meet the signs of adequacy of breast milk. This can be seen from the amount of urination that is less, changes in the color of the stool in the baby, weight loss, or other health problems.
If you feel unwell, seek medical help immediately and consult a doctor about continuing fasting.
Well, those were some things that you must pay attention to while fasting while breastfeeding. In addition to staying awake worship, make sure you and your baby's health is also well maintained!