Regina - posted on 06/08/2009 ( 4 moms have responded )
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Hey, I just had my baby boy May 4. I have been exclusively breast feeding for that month and will continue, but my midwife told me that I can't and shouldn't work out for a long time, because it could disrupt my milk supply. Does anyone have any thoughts?
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Jessica - posted on 04/09/2010
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o wow this is a really old post lol
Jessica - posted on 04/09/2010
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as long as you remain hydrated, you should be fine. i work out daily and exclusively breast feed as well. just remember to only drink enough to hydrate yourself b/c forcing down water can actually have the opposite desired effect. it's more about quenching your thirst than drinking as much water as you can, as most people think it is.
Nicole - posted on 06/08/2009
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I started exercise at three weeks post partum. It was moderate cardio and weight lifting. My milk supply was fine. Just stay extra hydrated. I would just find something that you are comfortable with. I just had ants in my pants so I jumped back on the exercise wagon with gusto.
Marcy - posted on 06/08/2009
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I started walking a few weeks after I had my son because it helped with my mood (which was pretty horrible to say the least). I found that it actually helped me because I was much calmer afterwards and my milk supply was better. I guess I would hold off on any type of crazy exercise routine that you find yourself exhausted afterwards (simply because nursing itself takes a lot out of you). I'm sure there are all kind of "medical" reasons behind it that I am unaware of but maybe you could try and if you notice it negatively impacting on your supply just slow down.
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