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Re: breastfeeding + hunger
From: R. Daniel Braun, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 31 Jul 2002 22:30:29 -0500 (CDT)

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At Wed, 31 Jul 2002, Leila wrote: >
>Is it normal to feel very hungry when breastfeeding. If I don't eat
>something small every 2 to 3 hours, I become nauseous. I am
>breastfeeding every 2 to 3 hours as well. What can cause this? I had my
>son almost 8 weeks ago. I am not gaining weight. I gained a total of
>28lbs and I still have 9 to getr rid of.
>Thanks

As a rule pregnancy requires 300 calories more per day than your usual non pregnant intake. Breast feeding requires an additional 500 calories per day over your non pregnat need. Interestingly 500 calories per day is what a newborn baby requires. Isn't that amazing?

-- R.Daniel Braun, MD FACOG FOG **Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.
**Private emails cannot be entertained due to time constraints, consequently no private emails will receive a response.
**Thank you for your understanding ;-)

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