Breastfeeding

Nourish for Two

Your nutrition directly shapes your breast milk. Get everything you need to support milk production, maintain your energy, and nourish your growing baby.

Ask our Dietician or Midwife

Get personalised breastfeeding and lactation nutrition advice from our specialist panel.

Food Check — breastfeeding

Is it safe for breastfeeding?

Check any food — we'll flag risks and suggest smarter alternatives.

Nutritional Priorities

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Calories

You need approx. 500 extra kcal per day while breastfeeding

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Calcium

1,000mg daily — dairy, fortified plant milks, sardines, leafy greens

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Iodine

Critical for baby's brain development — seafood, dairy, eggs

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Omega-3 (DHA)

Supports baby's brain & eye development — oily fish 2x/week

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Vitamin D

Both mum and baby benefit from supplementation

I

Iron

Continue monitoring after postnatal blood loss

Milk Supply Support Foods

Traditional galactagogues — foods associated with supporting milk production.

OatsFenugreekFennelBrewer's yeastFlaxseedDark leafy greensNuts & seedsLegumes

Breastfeeding support tools

The right tools can make a real difference in the early weeks. Munchkin Flow is the world's first nipple shield that lets you see your milk flowing — giving you confidence and reassurance when you need it most.

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Flow's see-through channel lets you watch your milk flow in real time — 77% of users felt more confident breastfeeding in their first month.

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Use the included cleaning syringe to flush the channel after each feed. The travel case doubles as a steam steriliser — no extra equipment needed.

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Flow comes in four sizes (16mm, 20mm, 24mm, 28mm). An ill-fitting shield reduces milk transfer — if unsure, ask your lactation consultant to help you size correctly.

Munchkin Flow range

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From birthAward-winning£19.99

Munchkin Flow Nipple Shield+

The world's first patented nipple shield with a built-in see-through channel — so you can actually watch your milk flowing as your baby feeds. Made from soft-touch silicone that mimics skin-to-skin contact. Available in four sizes.

💡 How to use: Wet the inside edge before applying for a better seal. Use the included cleaning syringe to clear the channel after each feed. Comes in a portable travel case that doubles as a steam steriliser.

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Ongoing£17.49

Flow Nipple Shield+ Replacement Kit

Replacement shields and accessories for when your Flow kit needs refreshing. Includes everything to keep your shield hygienic and ready to use.

💡 How to use: Replace the shield regularly to maintain hygiene and optimal fit. Sterilise using the travel case steam steriliser or a cold-water steriliser.

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From birth

M.I.L.K. Lactation Kit

Mums' Indispensable Lactation Kit — a curated set including the Flow Nipple Shield, Silicone Breast Pump for manual pumping, and Silicone Breast Milk Collector for discreet milk collection. Everything you need in one kit, at home or on the go.

💡 How to use: Use the breast milk collector on the opposite breast during feeding to capture let-down. The silicone pump is great for relieving engorgement without an electric pump.

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Content in partnership with Munchkin · munchkin.co.uk/flow

Quick Tools

Supplement Check

What are you taking?

Select your supplements for a quick AI analysis.

Full Supplement Checker — gaps, risks & interactions
Label Scanner

Scan a Food Label

Photo any label — AI flags concerns for breastfeeding.

Tap to upload or take a photo

Full Label Scanner — detailed ingredient breakdown

Health Conditions & Considerations

Common breastfeeding challenges — tap each one to see signs and what to do. Always speak to your midwife, health visitor or GP if you're concerned.

This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice.

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Evidence-based family nutrition from preconception through early childhood.

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