Women's Health - Lactation

Practice Guidance Toolkit


Key Findings and Recommendations

Disclaimer

Key findings and recommendations for lactating women include guidance around energy intake, fat intake (omega-3 fats), the intake of non-nutrient substances such as alcohol and caffeine, vitamin and mineral supplementation, and safety concerns such as fish and mercury.
 
Macronutrients
Energy/Calories
Additional calories needed during lactation can be achieved by following Healthy Eating Guidelines during lactation.
 
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
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Last Updated: 2017-02-13