Can you have a glass of wine, beer, or cocktail while breastfeeding?

This is one of those questions that can generate wildly different answers depending on whom you ask.

So what does the evidence actually tell us?

Having an occasional alcoholic drink does not mean you need to stop breastfeeding, dump your milk, or automatically skip a feeding. Understanding how alcohol moves into—and back out of—human milk can help you make an informed decision without unnecessary fear or guilt.

Good weight gain early on in your breastfeeding journey is a great sign of a solid milk supply, and that carries through for the long-term journey of breastfeeding that you may desire. If your baby isn't gaining or you're having questions about this topic, please reach out and get scheduled for a lactation visit with an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) in your area, like Bonnie and her team at Bonnie Knows Breast.

Should Breastfeeding advocates be holding their tongues during a formula shortage?

Resources have been compiled related to the importance of considering breastmilk as medicine when faced with the question of should you continue to breastfeed and the safety of breastmilk during these extraordinary times of living with the coronavirus.