Important Conditions from Doctors for Breastfeeding Mothers Who Want to Fast

Dream - For many breastfeeding mothers who are Muslim during this Ramadan, they often feel confused and worried. The reason is that mothers want to fast, but on the other hand, they are concerned that their babies will lack nutritional intake from breast milk.

Especially for mothers who have infants under 6 months old and are in the exclusive breastfeeding phase. Actually, according to Islamic law, it is permissible for breastfeeding mothers not to fast but to make up for it on another day.

From the perspective of a child's health, it turns out there are also conditions for breastfeeding mothers to fast. Dr. Citra Amelinda, a pediatric specialist, explains that there are several important conditions that breastfeeding mothers must fulfill if they want to fast. What are they? The first condition, according to Dr. Citra, is if the child is already over six months old. "If they are still under six months old, it is not recommended for the mother to fast because it can affect the baby's milk supply," she said.

"Mother and Child Health History"

It is also important for mothers to pay attention to their health conditions. There are some mothers who have health problems and need to be well taken care of.

For example, breastfeeding mothers who have metabolic disorders such as diabetes and hypoglycemia. If you want to fast, it is recommended to consult with a doctor first. Also, pay attention to the baby's weight (BW). If the baby's BW is appropriate and not below normal, the mother can fast. However, if the mother is still breastfeeding and the baby's BW is below normal, it is better to postpone fasting.

When a breastfeeding baby is sick, it is also advisable for the mother not to fast first. This is because the breast milk produced by the mother will adjust to the child's condition, and the antibodies produced from the breast milk are very important for the child's recovery.

"Child Not Dehydrated"

The following is the translation of the 'Bahasa' text to 'English' while preserving any html tags: "One thing that should also be considered is the condition of the baby. Make sure the little one does not experience dehydration. Usually, mothers are unaware of this."

There are several signs of dehydration in babies, namely: - Weakness, tending to sleep, unresponsive - Dry lips - Decreased urine production - Dark-colored urine - Sunken eyes - More fussy - No tears when crying - Decreased consciousness

"Make sure that mothers drink at least 2.5 liters of water a day. Almost 90 percent of breast milk is composed of water, so if the mother does not drink enough, it can affect breast milk production and both the mother and child are at risk of dehydration," said Dr. Citra. If breastfeeding mothers want to fast, always consume balanced and nutritious meals during suhoor and iftar. Make sure the meal consists of rice/staple food, animal protein, plant protein, vegetables, and fruits. Source: IG @citra_amelinda"

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