Change of diet
After 2ish months, I have to change my diet to a non dairy diet.
I mainly breastfeed my 11 week old and for those 2ish months I’ve been trying to figure out why my baby is so uncomfortable. His stools are slimey and green, he arches his back when he eating, and he was just miserable most of the time. I’ve tried to seek answers but all they told me was that it’s a hind/fore milk imbalance. He isn’t latching deep enough. Soo I spent weeks fixing his latch. And yet little improvement but he’s still not gaining much weight and I feel like he’s emptying me. Soo I kept going til we finally got his stool tested for blood and there’s a positive for that. So now I was told to go completely dairy free. I start tomorrow and I hope I start seeing more improvement. I just hate seeing my baby in pain.
Adopting a dairy-free diet while breastfeeding can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. In my personal experience, eliminating all dairy and soy products from my diet significantly improved my baby's digestive health. Initially, I observed symptoms like green, slimy stools and frequent arching of his back during feeds, which indicated discomfort. After consulting healthcare professionals and getting stool tests that showed traces of blood, the dairy-free diet was recommended. It’s important to carefully read labels and avoid even hidden dairy ingredients such as casein, whey, lactalbumin, and butter fat, as they can contribute to sensitivity in babies. I found it helpful to prepare meals at home to better control what I consumed, focusing on plant-based alternatives like almond milk and dairy-free yogurts. Throughout this process, maintaining my own nutrition balance was essential to support milk supply, so I ensured adequate protein intake from legumes and nuts, and focused on including iron-rich foods alongside vitamin C to enhance absorption. Cutting out dairy did initially reduce my milk supply, but with added hydration and frequent nursing, supply improved within a couple of weeks. For many breastfeeding mothers, like me, the link between diet and baby’s comfort is worth exploring if symptoms persist. Engaging with lactation consultants and pediatricians can provide personalized guidance to ensure both mother and baby thrive during this adjustment. Patience is key, as it may take a few weeks to notice visible improvements. Remember that milk and soy sensitivity might be more common than expected, and making dietary adjustments that suit your family's lifestyle can bring relief and peace of mind. Sharing this experience aims to support other mothers navigating similar feeding challenges — you’re not alone in this journey.
