While you definitely want to stay hydrated and quench your thirst while breastfeeding, drinking extra is unnecessary. According to a research review published in 2014 by the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, no clinical evidence supports that increased fluid intake helps increase milk production.
Regarding this, what happens if I don t drink enough water while breastfeeding?
Breast milk is made up of 88% water so if you’re not drinking enough water while breastfeeding, this can disrupt your breast milk production and affect your baby’s feeding.
Secondly, how do you tell if you are dehydrated while breastfeeding? Here are the signs and symptoms of dehydration when you are breastfeeding:
- Fatigue.
- Cramps in muscles.
- Giddiness.
- A decrease in milk production.
- Headaches.
- Breasts feeling lighter.
- Dryness around the lips and inside your mouth.
- Nausea.
Besides, can dehydration affect milk supply?
Many breastfeeding moms may also be unaware that your level of hydration can affect milk production. Dehydration is a condition where fluid loss is greater than fluid intake. If you’re dehydrated, you may be unable to produce enough breast milk.