Okay ladies I hope this post is helpful: I just went to my breastfeeding class...caffeine is okay up…

Okay ladies I hope this post is helpful: I just went to my breastfeeding class...caffeine is okay up to two drinks per day but it will get into the babies' system and can result in the baby being wide awake or even fussy. They recommend you try to steer clear for the first 4-6 weeks as the baby metabolizes faster as it gets older. Alcohol AND SMOKING is definitely not recommended but if you drink it is recommended again, 4-6 weeks after the baby is born and right after a feeding when the baby has gone to bed and you know you have at least a three hour window of time before you'll need to feed again as alcohol takes at least 3-4 hours to metabolize through your body. Smoking is okay but away from baby and you have to change your clothes and wash up before handling the baby and again...the nicotine can enter the babies' bloodstream whether it is through your skin or clothes or through your breast milk. Same with family who smoke...they should be asked to change and wash up because it can effect the baby through their contact as well. Please read up from reliable resources, consult a doctor or a lactation specialist before doing anything..don't rely on women on this app or google..you never know what could be harming a newborn! Love y'all 😊

OH also, if you lactate or leak a little don't worry, your body is constantly working to replenish...so don't stress about not having enough milk for the baby. Our bodies do pretty spectacular things and will always provide.