anyone do Atkins while breast feeding?

[DisOrBust]

I have to lose weight!! My 3rd DD put me over the edge. My problem is with nursing I get horrible carb craving to the point I wirgh more now then I did pregnant. I don't want to give up breast feeding so I am up for any suggestions. Could I do a modified Atkins??? What about WW? Any suggestion appreciated.

 

[becka]

I don't know about Atkins but WW does have a nursing mothers program.

 

[CarolMN]

Originally posted by DisOrBust
I have to lose weight!! My 3rd DD put me over the edge. My problem is with nursing I get horrible carb craving to the point I wirgh more now then I did pregnant. I don't want to give up breast feeding so I am up for any suggestions. Could I do a modified Atkins??? What about WW? Any suggestion appreciated.

According to Dr. Atkin's website, pregnant or lactating women should not do any of the weight loss phases of the Atkins diet. Check out this link for more info:

A Mother-To-Be Does Atkins

It wouldn't surprise me if you lost weight just following the Lifetime Maintenance phase. My advice is to check with your doctor before you start any particular plan to lose weight. Good luck and congratulations on your new daughter!

 

[rbuzzotta]

I know you want to lose the weight and fast. My 3rd did the same to me. However, she is now 5 and no longer a baby!!!

Cherish these breastfeeding months and ENJOY!! When the baby is finished nursing............GO FOR IT!!!

 

[ahutton]

Because of my PCOS I am on a low carb diet. My doctor was comfortable with me eating protein, fruits, veggies and whole grains. No white sugar, little or no starchy veggies or pasta (unless it was whole wheat). I didn't lose terribly fast while I nursed, but we also were trying and having a hard time getting my hormones under control which likely effected it.