Breastfeeding is a special experience for the mother as well. But many times it is seen that after the birth of a child, the problem of diabetes increases in many mothers. In such a situation, the same question arises in the mind of others as well whether it is okay to breastfeed a child during diabetes or not? Confusion persists in many women regarding this. Some people consider it harmful and some beneficial, in many research different results have been revealed in different women and in different circumstances.
how good is breastfeeding in diabetes
Dr. Ruby Sahra, Senior Consultant, Gynecology, Unit Head, Shri Balaji Action Medical Institute, Delhi, says that in many cases, breastfeeding the child is also harmful if the mother has type-2 diabetes. In fact, in type-2 diabetes, the body does not produce enough insulin. Apart from this, it also opposes insulin. Due to this the level of sugar also increases and it can cause many heart related diseases. People who have type 2 diabetes, most of the doctors tell them to take nutrition-rich food, they are also advised to do regular exercise, which reduces the chances of developing diabetes, it is for both the child and the mother.He said that according to research, the chances of developing type 2 diabetes have reduced by 15% in women who breastfeed. This advantage also lasts for about 15 years after the last child. The risk of the child developing type 2 diabetes is reduced by about 40%. It is also true that children who are breastfed do not have further obesity problems.
Benefits of Breastfeeding During Diabetes
Breastfeeding during diabetes is very beneficial because women lose 500 calories every time they breastfeed, which improves women's health, according to a survey, it was found that breastfeeding for 2 months reduces the risk of diabetes in women. The chances are 50 per cent lower and women who breastfeed for 5 months survive diabetes to a greater extent. The reason behind this is also believed to be the amount of weight lost during breast feeding.
breastfeeding advice
• Doctors always recommend the mother to have skin-to-skin contact with the baby. Due to this, the body experiences the phase of motherhood which is able to affect the internal process as well and it starts producing breast milk.
If you get breast milk immediately after delivery, feed it to the baby without delay. First and fresh milk contains maximum nutrients which are very important for the baby.
• Check you blood sugar level regularly . Keep in mind that you take the right amount according to the insulin level, which can be more or less after the start of breastfeeding.
• Breastfeeding reduces the level of glucose in the body of women. Because of which there is a need to increase the level of glucose as soon as possible so that the supply of breast milk remains constant. You can accomplish this by eating some snacks like biscuits etc. or you can drink glucose solution before feeding the baby. Keep in mind that snacks should have plenty of protein and carbohydrates.
• It is not right to take any kind of mental stress for the women who are feeding the baby. Enjoy and relax while feeding your baby
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