The emergence of hunger and fatigue during breastfeeding actually does not need to make Mother worry. This is normal and is experienced by most breastfeeding mothers.
When you breastfeed, especially if you exclusively breastfeed, you may experience complaints of fatigue and hunger. There are various reasons that can cause this. Curious? Come on, consider the following explanation!
Causes of Fatigue and Hunger During Breastfeeding
Here are a number of reasons that make breastfeeding mothers more easily tired and hungry:
1. Lack of calorie intake
One reason is because of the increased calorie needs. When breastfeeding, you will produce around 450-1200 ml of breast milk, and for that, your body will burn about 300-800 calories per day. The number of calories burned is equivalent to cycling for 3-4 hours. So, it's natural for Mother to be more easily hungry and tired during breastfeeding?
2. Eat sweet foods
Hunger and fatigue during breastfeeding can also be influenced by food that Mother consumes. One of them is the habit of eating fast food that is low in fiber, and sweet foods that are high in sugar.
The reason is because the habit of consuming sugary foods in excessive amounts will increase blood sugar levels which trigger insulin production. The effect, blood sugar will enter the cells quickly, resulting in a decrease in blood sugar levels which will trigger hunger.
In addition, eating foods that are less fiber will also make you feel hungry fast.
3. Lack of sleep
You will often wake up at night to breastfeed your little one, so that you sleep less time.
Besides making you tired quickly, lack of sleep can also trigger hunger. The reason, when lack of sleep, hormones that control hunger will also be affected.
4. Effects of the hormone oxytocin and prolactin
When breastfeeding, there is an increase in the production of the hormone oxytocin and prolactin. Increased levels of these two hormones are needed so that Busui's body can produce milk that is needed by the Little One.
However, other effects that can occur due to increased levels of these hormones are increased thirst, hunger, and drowsiness. Usually, this complaint will appear shortly after breastfeeding mothers has finished breastfeeding.
Tips to Stay Fit and Fresh During Breastfeeding
To avoid hunger and fatigue, and to stay fit and fresh during breastfeeding, you can do the following:
1. Increase drinking water
Nursing mothers are encouraged to drink about 12 glasses of water or about 3 liters every day. To meet the needs of body fluids, you can consume water, milk, or fresh fruit juice.
2. Get enough rest
Inadequate sleep needs. As much as possible rest when your little one is sleeping. This is so Mother is not too tired. In addition, you can also ask for help from others to take care and do homework, so you have time to rest.
3. Eat nutritious foods
As explained earlier, the choice of food often affects the hunger that arises when breastfeeding. Therefore, choose healthy foods with balanced nutrition. As much as possible limit foods that are high in sugar, salt, and preserved.
4. Stay active
Although feeling weak during breastfeeding, you are advised to stay active. If possible, set aside time to do light exercise regularly, for example by walking casually around the complex of the house.
By actively moving, Mother's stamina will be more awake, moods will be better, and the desire to eat can be more controlled.
That is the various reasons behind the emergence of hunger and fatigue during breastfeeding. To overcome this, Mother can try some of the tips above.
So, keep the spirit of breastfeeding your child, Mother. Don't make the complaint a reason to stop breastfeeding. Remember, breast milk is needed by your child and the process of breastfeeding will build a stronger bond between Mother and Child.
If the hunger and weakness that you feel is quite disturbing and accompanied by other complaints, such as rapid thirst, frequent urination, and a drastic weight gain, you should consult a doctor to find out the cause.
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