Hi Breastfeeding mummies, any food that you avoid during breastfeeding? My mum disallows me to have spicy food, bread (due to containing yeast), yellow noodles, white vegetables like cabbage (due to cooling). Any advise?

Generally, breastfeeding mommies will avoid or limit their intake of caffeine, alcohol and seafood (with high mercury). Some have been known to limit chocolates, sugary treats and junk food. I wouldn't avoid spicy food, maybe limit my intake because there are lots of mothers from countries who eat spicy foods on a daily basis and with no problems. I read that herbs like peppermint and sage should be limited or avoided because they can contribute to a decrease milk supply, but usually only when ingested in large doses.