Breastfeeding during your next
pregnancy is not a risk to either the breastfeeding toddler or to the new
developing baby. If you are having some problems in your pregnancy such as
uterine pain or bleeding, a history of preterm labor or problems gaining weight
during pregnancy, your doctor may advise you to wean. Some women also choose to
wean at this time because they have nipple soreness caused by pregnancy
hormones, are nauseous, or find that their growing bellies make breastfeeding
uncomfortable. Your toddler also may decide to wean on his or her own because
of changes in the amount and flavor of your milk. He or she will need
additional food and drink because you will likely make less milk during
pregnancy.
If you keep nursing your toddler
after your baby is born, you can feed your newborn first to ensure he or she
gets the colostrums. Once your milk production increases a few days after
birth, you can decide how to best meet everyone’s needs, especially the new
baby’s needs for you and your milk. You may want to ask your partner to help
you by taking care of one child while you are breastfeeding. Also, you will
have a need for more fluids, healthy foods, and rest because you are taking
care of yourself and two small children.
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