Breastfeeding uses a lot of calories - your baby will take an average of 500 calories from your body daily. Both pregnancy and breastfeeding are special conditions that need additional nutrition so Slim·Fast should only be used for supplemental nutrition in addition to your normal diet. For more information your doctor or midwife can consult us on medical@slimfast.co.uk or ring our medical information service on 01379 788774 - Health Professionals ONLY please.

Please email us for specific medical advice about the use of Slim·Fast with weight reducing medication on medical@slimfast.co.uk or ring our medical information service on 01379 788774 - Health professionals ONLY please.

That depends. Wait until you have had 4 menstrual periods since your baby was born. After you have had 4 periods, if your last cycle was between 26 and 32 days long, you can start using CycleBeads on the first day of your next period.

Absolutely. Not only do the Slim·Fast meals guarantee you the nutrition you need from the individual meals, but the carefully designed recipes ensure you get your full quota of nutrients. Research has shown that people following the Slim·Fast Plan are likely to eat more fruit and vegetables than people on other reduced calorie diets - Slim·Fast recommends you eat fruit and vegetables as between-meal snacks.

The Slim·Fast Plan is designed to give you 1200-1400 calories per day, which should allow virtually everyone to achieve a satisfactory weight loss. You may be experiencing a 'plateau' (see above). Or you may be eating more than you think - make sure you are not overeating snacks of fruit or Slim·Fast snack bars during the day, or having too many calories with your evening meal. Alcohol, especially, can quickly add up to more calories than you want.

ANSWER: It all depends on what formula(s) you are taking. No formula that contains Black Walnut Hulls (i.e. Candida Buster, Parasite and Worms, etc.) or Sage (Hair-Skin-Nails) should be taken while breastfeeding as these two herbs stop lactation (milk flow).

Sleep near your baby and nurse lying down. If you don't have to sit up or stand up, your body will get more rest, even if you are awake when you nurse. Avoid turning on the light, as this also disrupts your sleep

Dreamerz is not intended for use by pregnant or lactating women. As with any supplement, we recommend you consult your physician or medical professional prior to use.

Absolutely, you can still be active and breastfeed! For the first several weeks, until breastfeeding is well established, it is easiest to take your baby with you wherever you go, so he can nurse at the earliest signs of hunger (see breastfeeding in public). Fortunately, breastfed babies are very portable Ñno bottles to pack, chill, and heat. After those three to four weeks, your baby can take a bottle of pumped breastmilk, if you are away from him.

We are delighted to welcome breastfeeding mums as members of bodyOPTIMISE 6 weeks after the birth of their baby.

Most medications are OK for a breastfeeding mother to take. The book Medications and Mother's Milk by Dr. Thomas Hale, RPh, DPh is a reference used by many Lactation Consultants when a mother or her doctor has a question about the safety of a specific medication. Always check, if there is any question about a medication; there are many alternatives available.

Hi I'm a breastfeeding mum, baby is 5 weeks, is it alright for me to take the Maca Powder, and also is it safe to give to my 2 yr and 3 yr. old? My mum has ordered your powder and she is so happy with it, and now I'm excited to try it. It should be ok for the MOM, however, Not for the CHILD or baby. Also please note it can increase the MOMS fertility. I know there are a few companies who sell Maca that say it is unsafe during pregnancy.

Most information regarding this deals with actually going on a long-term diet, not sporadic fasts. In the Muslim and Jewish religions, 12-hour fasts are common throughout the year. In the scriptures relating to these spiritual fasts, pregnant and nursing mothers are exempt.

No, you do not have to fast your dog. In nature, canines (wolves, feral dogs, etc.) don't eat everyday. The theory behind fasting our dogs is that it gives their digestive systems a chance to rest. Most people who fast their dogs do it once a week. Many people give recreational bones or liquid meals on fast days to help their dog get through the fast day. The choice to fast is a personal decision.

with any supplement you should first check with your family doctor. Melatrol contains only natural ingredients and there are no known side effects.

Although green tea has wonderful health benefits for you and your child, please consult your physician before using this product.

Yes. The diaphragm is suitable for use during lactation although careful fitting is required in the post-partum woman. The diaphragm should be refitted no sooner than six weeks post-partum.

The vitamins and minerals in Berocca are excreted into breast milk, but harmful effects on the child are unlikely when used at the recommended dose of one tablet per day. If you have any concerns we recommend that you talk to your doctor or midwife about taking vitamin supplements whilst breastfeeding. There are products on the market, such as Sanatogen ProNatal (www.pronatal.co.uk) which are specifically formulated to cover the special needs of women whilst breastfeeding.

Don't be silly! Of course it is. It harms no creature (don't tell my wife I said that) and provides vital sustenance for another. Vegan mothers commonly breast feed for longer periods of time than other mothers, as they are unwilling to use dairy based infant supplements. Vegan infant formulas are available now.

It's important to eat regular, nutritionally well-balanced meals. Eat and drink when you feel you need to - you may find you're hungrier and thirstier because breastfeeding uses up lots of calories and fluid. Don't miss meals. You're making milk 24 hours a day and if your diet is inadequate your health can easily suffer. The Food Standards Agency recommends a daily supplement of 10 micrograms (mcg) of Vitamin D each day while you’re breastfeeding.

We do not advise the use of any orally taken supplement during breast-feeding without you first consulting with your G.P.

In early experiments, CR failed to extend the lifespan of adult animals, and sometimes even shortened it. It was Dr. Walford's insight that the reason for this lack of benefit might be that adult animals were less able to adapt to this sudden change.

It is best not to drink at all when breastfeeding. Alcohol passes to your baby in your breast milk and their brain cells are still forming. When you drink, less milk is produced and the alcohol can also make your baby irritable and unsettled.

Yes you can ~ as long as you are ovulating and can determine when you will ovulate (with the use of an opk)

Nasaline® can be safely used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. In fact, since pregnant women should not be taking drugs for pregnancy congestion, nasal irrigation with saline solution is considered one of the best healthy natural alternatives to many over the counter and prescription drugs.

Yes. Insect repellents help people reduce their exposure to mosquito bites that may carry potentially serious viruses such as West Nile virus, and allow them to continue to play and work outdoors. In pregnant or breastfeeding women, there are no reported adverse events following use of repellents containing DEET or picaridin. Click here for more information about using repellents safely.

I can't answer regarding all diet shakes since they contain different ingredients and many chemicals, but since the UnDiet uses only whole, natural foods all the options including Fruit Shakes are safe and healthy to follow while breastfeeding as long as your baby isn't allergic to what you're eating, and of course, most babies don't react well to you eating spicy foods when breastfeeding. Note that the principles of food combining will help babies who have a tendency to get gassy.

Yes. The cervical cap is suitable for use during lactation although care must be taken to ensure the use of a correctly sized cap and to ensure correct positioning each time. The cervical cap should not be used in the first 6 weeks post- partum or immediately after an abortion or miscarriage as the cervical size may be changing rapidly at this time. The cervical cap has a higher failure rate in women who have previously had a baby because it is more difficult to find an appropriate fit.