When you make the decision to breastfeed your baby, there are many factors that need to be considered. Moms must become aware of the foods and drinks that go into their body as it will have an effect on the milk produced for the baby. Consult with your doctor on a comprehensive list of foods to avoid while breastfeeding, but here are a few to get you started: 

Have a Spicy Tooth?

If hot sauce and peppers are your condiments of choice, you will likely need to reduce your intake while breastfeeding. Spicy foods can cause discomfort for some babies as well as stomach irritation.

Gotta Have That Ice Cream!

Many babies are intolerant to dairy. When you eat ice cream, cheese, or yogurt, those allergens can find their way into your breast milk and can cause vomiting and colic for baby. Dairy is definitely one of the foods to avoid while breastfeeding. 

Fueled up on Caffeine

Caffeine found in coffee, soda, and tea can also enter your breast milk. This can be harmful for baby and lead to sleeplessness and crankiness, which is something no mom needs more of. 

Chocolate Lover

Just like in coffee, caffeine can be found in chocolate. If you find your little one seems to be crankier and more irritated than usual, your indulgence may be to blame. This can be one of the difficult foods to avoid while breastfeeding, but it may be worth it for your little one.

Orange You Glad We Warned You?

Citrus fruits and vegetables can easily irritate baby’s GI-tract. Keep an eye out for diaper rash, spitting up, and fussiness if citrus is a part of your everyday diet.

Watching your diet is a great way to ensure your breast milk is safe for baby. Don’t forget to also keep your nursery stocked with all natural baby skin care products, like calming lotion and baby massage oil, and your baby will be happy from the inside out.