Read our helpful tips to make breastfeeding a doddle even when it’s hot outside.
As well as thinking about what your baby is drinking, give yourself equal consideration in the heat. ‘Leave water bottles around the house so you can drink whenever you need to,’ says Angela. ‘If it’s a hot day, you’re likely to feel really thirsty as your baby will be taking more water from you.’ Get in the habit of having a drink every time you feed your baby, and aim to drink an extra litre of water day while breastfeeding .
Bored of guzzling plain old water? Coconut water is a great alternative – it’s rich in potassium, which helps your body regulate its fluid balance. Or try flavoured birch water, such as which contains calcium, manganese and zinc – electrolytes that will help you stay hydrated and replace some of the sodium and minerals you lose when you sweat.
If you struggle with the volume of drinking so much water, try chilling pieces of watermelon, which is 92 per cent water and will boost your fluid intake. Watermelon is also a good source of replenishing electrolytes such as potassium and vitamins A, B6 and C, plus it will help cool you down.for longer than usual due to the motion of the car, meaning he might not wake for feeds as often as he would at home,’ says Angela.
. Support your baby by placing your hand under his head and shoulders and let his legs point behind you.If it is too hot to wear layers, you might feel a bit more exposed than usual when breastfeeding in public. Put a light thin scarf in your bag so you can drape it over your shoulder when feeding should you want more privacy. Choose a cool breathable fabric such as cotton or linen, which will allow heat to escape and soak up any sweat.
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