Many mummies are well aware how important it is to observe proper nutrition during breastfeeding, because even a small error in the diet provokes colic in the baby.
Our ancestors also knew very well that in case of unsuccessful attempts to eliminate pain in the abdomen of a child, the use of dill in breastfeeding helps alleviate the condition.
From this article you will learn how dill affects lactation, what is useful and what are the contraindications to its use. And also how to properly use this plant when breastfeeding.
Is it possible to brew seeds with HB or to eat fresh, green grass?
Dill is a natural remedy with lactogenic characteristics.. With systematic use, it is possible to increase the level of production of breast milk of the mother. Even with the inhalation of aromas of this substance increases lactation. At the same time there are no negative effects for both mom and baby.
The only drawback of the use of dill, arises in case of abuse, this is the presence of drowsiness. In view of this, medical experts advise not to eat dill in the morning, but to drink the tincture at night in order to sleep well.
In the first month
In the first few days after the baby was born, mom is not recommended to use dill or dill water.
The intake of dill by the nursing mother begins after the 10th day of the child's life. It means that reception of dill is possible in the first month after delivery.
Newborn babies are distinguished by good tolerance of fresh dill in mom's diet. However, a situation arises in which the unformed intestinal system of the child has a negative reaction to this herb. In the presence of such a situation, it is necessary to use dried fennel in the diet.
How useful is a plant for HB and how does it affect lactation?
Experienced medical professionals have proven that dill improves lactation, increases the amount of milk to the mother and improves its quality, extending the overall term of breastfeeding. The world knows a fairly large number of dill recipes that help increase the amount of milk. Traditionally, in their production used the seeds of dill and its greens.
Of course, dill does not have the same operational impact as an expensive pharmacy drug that stimulates lactation. However, with systematic admission noted the occurrence of a positive result.
Chemical composition
Dill is a useful herb that is high in content:
- vitamins of group A, B, C, E, PP;
- calcium;
- potassium;
- magnesium;
- phosphorus;
- sodium iron;
- nicotinic and folic acid;
- carotene;
- routine;
- Anetina.
This ingredient has a high level of fiber, therefore it has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the intestinal system.
The particular importance of greens when feeding a baby is due to the presence of vitamin K, which in an adult person performs the synthesis in the body independently. In infants, the intestinal system does not yet produce this vitamin. Element is needed for newborns to develop bone mass, blood formation.
What diseases to take?
Dill has the ability to assist not only with the elimination of a certain number of pathologies, but also with the prevention of many ailments. The use of dill is recommended when:
- Allergic reaction. Allergies are often characterized by a rash on the skin and itching, which helps to get rid of the tincture of the seeds of dill. The tool not only helps to relieve inflammation, but also provoke wound healing.
- Anti-cough. The herb is known for its expectorant characteristic. Using decoction of dill contributes to the speedy cleansing of the respiratory system and the release of sputum.
- Elimination and prevention of cystitis. Dill seed tincture has remarkable diuretic properties.
- Disrupted appetite. Use in the diet of dill is the key to having a good appetite, as it leads the process of active production of gastric juice.
- Flatulence. Dill has a fiber that helps cleanse the intestinal system, while eliminating the root causes of the pathology.
- Strengthening the immune system. The grass has a strengthening effect of the entire body system. Due to the fact that after delivery the woman's body needs a recovery period. Dill acts as an affordable and indispensable tool. Especially useful herb is a viral infection.
- Impaired metabolism. Helps normalize the digestive system.
- Heart Disease Prevention. Anetin elements, which are part of the seeds of dill, are capable of expanding the vascular and capillary systems. Therefore, dill is an effective antispasmodic.
Contraindications
Young mothers should certainly be aware of a number of contraindications that dill has. Elements that are part of the grass carry out the expansion of the vascular walls, which is dangerous for people suffering from hypertension.
If a woman suffers from low pressure, then she needs to exclude dill from the diet.
Restrictions and precautions
If mothers have a tendency to allergic reactions or to identify diseases of the gallbladder system, it is necessary to be extremely careful about using this drug.
Methods of use and cooking recipes
To increase milk production during breastfeeding, mummies are recommended to use dill tea. Broth is easy to prepare. In order to get dill tea, you need to mix one tablespoon of dill with a glass of hot water and cover for a while. It is necessary to use tincture in a cold form, portionwise throughout the day.
In order to extract the maximum of useful elements from the seeds of dill, it is necessary to carry out the grinding of the agent. A decoction of dill seed during breastfeeding not only helps to systematize lactation, but also has a slight sedative and hypnotic action.
Recipe for lactation
- 1 tablespoon of dill (seeds), fennel, anise and fenugreek are ground in a bowl of a blender or coffee grinder.
- Brewed with a glass of hot water and infused for 30 - 40 minutes.
It is necessary to use broth twice a day for half an hour before feeding.
Tincture against colic in a child
The occurrence of colic in a newborn child is an essential step in the development of the gastrointestinal system. Dill during breastfeeding helps to alleviate the condition of the infant and eliminate bloating.
In order to prepare dill water from colic, you must:
- Mix a spoonful of dry seed with hot water and leave for 30 minutes.
- After cooling, the mixture is filtered, diluted with boiled water and injected into the baby's diet.
For immunity
For its preparation, you need to pour 2 teaspoons of dill with hot liquid and insist for 10-15 minutes. Use this tincture for immunity, it is recommended every morning on an empty stomach.
What else is good to drink or eat while breastfeeding?
Together with dill, lactating moms can include in the diet of their own food and a number of other plants that help increase lactation, for example:
- hawthorn;
- nettles;
- melissa;
- daisy;
- caraway.
It is necessary to take into account the key condition: the introduction of each new product into the diet of a nursing mother is carried out separately with a gap of several days. This is necessary in order to be able to track which ingredient the baby has an allergic reaction. Even in the case of a sufficient amount of milk, breastfeeding dill water and dill can be used to prevent stress and constipation.
