It is nutritionally complete, it adapts to time of the day and each developmental stage, and it is packed with antigens and antibodies so your baby can fight infections while developing their own immune system.
You don’t need to follow a special diet while you’re breastfeeding. But it’s a good idea for you, just like everyone else, to eat a healthy diet with a variety of foods every day.
There aren’t any foods you need to avoid while breastfeeding, unless you are allergic to them.
Anything you eat or drink while you’re breastfeeding can find its way into your breastmilk.
Breastfeeding can make you thirsty, so drink plenty to stay hydrated. You may need up to 700ml of extra fluid a day. Water, semi-skimmed milk or unsweetened fruit juices are good choices.