This can be a controversial question among those supporting new moms during the postpartum period. There's a concern that sharing nutritional guidelines might impact breastfeeding rates and duration.

However, learning as much as possible about breastfeeding, including about nutrition, can be incredibly beneficial, empowering moms and giving them the tools needed to succeed in breastfeeding, to heal faster during the postpartum period, and to physically and emotionally feel their best.