During breastfeeding, many products are contraindicated for use by a young mother. Some fruits and vegetables can pose a threat to the baby’s health, causing serious allergic reactions, upset stools, dermatitis, etc. Does the apricot go on the list of prohibited foods, and in what quantities it is allowed for the mother to eat, later in the article.

Is it possible for a nursing mother to apricots?

Apricot is a tasty and healthy fruit of the apricot tree, which has a multifaceted chemical composition and has a beneficial effect on all systems of the human body. The described fragrant fruit is not forbidden for women to breastfeed (GV), however, one should not forget about the sense of proportion, since if eaten excessively, it can cause allergies and digestive disorders in the newborn. It should be noted that to accustom the baby to a new product is necessary gradually.

Did you know? Dried apricot without a seed is called " dried apricots " , and with a seed inside it is called " apricot " .

For the first three months after giving birth, a woman is not recommended to consume fresh fruits, which is why experts advise replacing fresh apricot with dried apricot, that is, dried apricots. The use of dried fruits should begin with compotes or decoctions, and in the absence of a negative reaction from the baby's body, gradually switch to a pure product. After the baby reaches the age of 3 months, you can try fresh apricot, starting with one half of the fruit.

Useful and harmful properties of apricot

Fresh and ripe apricots have a rich chemical composition, which determines its high beneficial qualities. The fruit is characterized by anti-inflammatory, general strengthening, laxative, immunostimulating action, which makes it possible to improve the functioning of many systems of female and child organisms.

For mother

Apricot tree fruits contain many useful vitamins and minerals, in particular:

• vitamins: A, E, C, K, group B;
• trace elements: iron, fluorine, zinc;
• macronutrients: potassium, magnesium, calcium, sodium, phosphorus.

In addition, the composition of the fruit is supplemented with dietary fiber, natural acids, tannins. By regularly consuming the product, mom during lactation will be able to get rid of a number of health problems.

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The fetus has a positive effect on internal systems:

• improves digestion, accelerates metabolic processes;
• due to the presence of fiber, it allows you to get rid and prevent constipation, to establish the functioning of the digestive tract;
• strengthens bone and muscle tissue, due to the presence of iron in the composition;
• strengthens the immune system, increases the body's resistance to harmful external factors;
• has a positive effect on the functioning of the heart muscle, strengthens the walls of blood vessels, increases the elasticity and strength of blood vessels;
• thanks to potassium and sodium, it normalizes the water balance, helps to remove excess fluid, which allows you to get rid of puffiness;
• beneficial effect on the functioning of the nervous system, relieves depression that can occur after childbirth;
• serves as a prophylaxis of anemia, increases the level of hemoglobin in the blood;
• normalizes blood pressure;
• removes harmful substances from the body, radionuclides, reduces the negative effect of free radicals;
• improves the condition of the skin, eliminates dryness and peeling of the epidermis, prevents premature aging of the skin;
• allows you to quickly get rid of extra pounds gained during pregnancy.

The fruits of an apricot tree for a nursing mother are a valuable product, however, in some cases they can be harmful to the body. The main contraindications to the consumption of fruits are described below in the section of the same name.

Important! In order not to harm the baby's health, it is necessary to eat no more than 3-5 fruits per day .

For babies

• Apricot is no less useful for babies:
• acts as a general strengthening agent, strengthens the immune system and enhances the protective functions of the body from the harmful effects of external factors;
• improves and normalizes the digestive tract;
• promotes good stools, prevents constipation;
• strengthens the baby's cardiovascular system;
• due to the high content of fructose and glucose, it has a positive effect on the endocrine system of the child;
• helps to strengthen the bones of the skeleton and their proper development;
• improves the functioning of the brain and nervous system;
• normalizes the work of the kidneys and the genitourinary system;
• prevents the development of anemia in the baby.

Apricot consumption by breastfeeding

Young mothers are not forbidden to use apricot fresh or dried while breastfeeding, however, it is recommended to observe several important rules.

Important! Excessive consumption of apricots by a nursing mother can cause a child to have colic, bloating, increased flatulence, and constipation.

In the first month

In the first month after childbirth, it is not recommended for women with HB to consume fresh fruit. The baby’s digestive system is rather weak and is characterized by low barrier functions, which can lead to an inadequate reaction of the child’s body to the product. It is possible during this period to replace fresh fruit with apricot compote or a decoction of dried fruits.

Drinking a similar drink is better in small portions, carefully observing the reaction of the baby's body. If the child is behaving appropriately, he is not worried about colic or bloating, there are no allergic rashes or itching, then the dose of compote can be increased to several glasses a day.

In the second month

In the second month after the birth of the baby, a young mother can afford to try dried apricots. Again, starting to enter dried fruits in the menu should be gradually and gradually, carefully monitoring the behavior of the child and observing the reaction of his body. If the baby can have allergic reactions to fresh apricots, then, as a rule, with the consumption of dried apricots, such problems appear extremely rarely.

Did you know? The leader in growing apricots is Turkey.

In the third and fourth month

Starting from the third year of the child's life, the mother is allowed to introduce fresh apricot into the diet. The first portion of the fruit should be no more than half the fruit. In the absence of a negative reaction from the baby’s body, you can increase the portion of apricots to 3-5 per day.

Features of eating apricot fruit

As noted above, in order not to harm the baby's health, the use of apricots and dried apricots by a nursing mother should be strictly dosed.

Rate per day

It is necessary to start eating fresh fruit when the child is three months old.

At the same time, experts advise:

• you need to start consuming fruit with one half;
• eat the fetus in the morning and observe the baby’s reaction throughout the day;
• in the absence of any negative reactions, the mother is allowed to eat the fetus in an amount of not more than 3-5 pieces per day.

A small laxative effect in a baby when consuming a juicy product is considered the norm, so you should not worry about this. But any rashes, a child’s itching, flatulence, colic or bloating are a serious reason to stop eating fruit.

You will be interested to know how much apricot kernels can be eaten per day.

As for dried apricots, it can be eaten on a day of 50-100 g, while observing all the above rules for introducing the product into the diet.

Apricot preparation method

Women can use apricot during lactation not only in dried or fresh form. The fruit is perfect for stewing, stewing, apricot jam, jam. Pastries made from fruits, mashed potatoes, desserts, jellies, marmalade or homemade marshmallows will be very tasty. From apricot fruit or vegetable salads, sauces are made, fruit drinks are boiled, added to cereals or granola.

Did you know? Apricot was brought into Europe by Alexander the Great from the East. And the first mention of the fruit dates back more than 4000 BC.

This versatile fruit can be baked, stewed, boiled, dried. Surprisingly, the dried fruit, that is, dried apricots, contains several times more nutrients than fresh apricot, while it is much easier to digest by the digestive tract.

The right combination with other products

You need to know that apricot may not be compatible with many foods. In particular, you should not eat fruit at the same time as protein foods of animal origin or immediately after eating it, as this can cause serious digestive problems. It is best to eat fresh fruits and dried fruits separately from all other products, 30 minutes before the main meal or one hour later.

Apricot can be combined with dairy products, for example, kefir, yogurt or cottage cheese, it can be combined with sour fruits, herbs, nuts. It is not recommended to eat apricots with legumes, peas, starchy foods at the same time.

Possible contraindications and side effects

Apricot does not belong to the category of strong allergens, but in some cases it can cause allergic reactions in the form of rashes, itching, redness, diathesis, diarrhea. Before you eat a product with HS, you need to make sure that the mother does not have an individual intolerance to the fruit.

• The main contraindications to the use of the fetus are:
• any ailments in the acute stage;
• pathology of the heart;
• diabetes mellitus of the first and second type;
• liver and kidney disease;
• pancreatitis
• tendency to allergic reactions;
• disorders in the thyroid gland.

Fasting can cause bloating, severe pain, and diarrhea. Apricot is one of the most important products that should be present in the diet of a nursing mother.

Did you know? 100 g of fresh apricot contains about 41 kcal, while the calorie content of dried fruit is almost six times higher and is already 240 kcal.

It has a rich composition that allows to improve the work of many internal systems. However, it is necessary to enter fruit into the menu with great caution, since with excessive consumption it can cause digestive tract disorders, increased flatulence and colic in a baby.