Good nutrition is important for everyone, and it’s especially important for new moms who are recovering from pregnancy, labor and delivery and are working hard to keep her family healthy and happy. Here are some tips all new moms can use to make sure they get proper nutrition.

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Stock up on healthy foods. If your cabinets and refrigerator are full of healthy foods, you’ll be more likely to eat the way you should be eating. Focus on nutrient-rich foods, such as:

• whole grains

• Proteins

• fresh fruits and vegetables 

• low-fat dairy

• nuts and beans and other legume

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Breastfeeding mothers or women who are pumping breast milk frequently ask if there are special dietary considerations during this time. In most cases, the answer is no. Nutrition for breastfeeding mothers should consist of a well-balanced diet and enough liquids. Although shedding those extra pounds gained during pregnancy may be one of your concerns, strict weight-loss programs are not recommended, especially during the first few months of breastfeeding.