Ethyl Alcohol, Breastmilk and The Drinking Breastfeeding Mother

I am consistently shocked, on a daily basis, of the information that is spread through our society. With the internet being a convenient, copious source of information, and ways to instantly check sources and original data if needed, I cannot understand why so many people believe incorrect information so vehemently. Most especially, it would seem, when they know little to nothing on the topic, scientifically. It is ok while breastfeeding given that you don't get drunk. Telling women they can't drink until they wean leads to unnecessarily short breastfeeding spans. There is absolutely no reason not to have a glass of wine while breastfeeding - it isn't going to hurt the baby. DO YOUR RESEARCH. read more

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