Fruit compote for breastfeeding mothers
Description
The drink is quick and easy to prepare. Dried fruit compote for breastfeeding mothers is an excellent vitamin-rich beverage. However, since dried fruits may cause allergies and many of them increase gas formation, it's not recommended to consume this drink during the first 3-4 weeks after childbirth. If the baby is under 4 months old, avoid making compote from a mix of dried fruits. It's better to use just one type, which will help determine what suits or doesn't suit the baby. The best options are compotes made from dried apples or pears. Breastfeeding mothers should start drinking compote in the morning in small portions (50 ml). If the baby shows no adverse reaction, the portion can be gradually increased up to a maximum of 200 ml. Avoid overconsumption and drinking large amounts of dried fruit compote every day. If the mother's consumption of this drink causes diarrhea, colic, or bloating in the newborn, delay introducing it for 30-60 days. Generally, if there are no allergies, dried fruit compotes are well tolerated by babies, so nursing mothers can drink them to improve the taste and nutritional value of breast milk, as well as to enhance lactation. Ideally, drink the compote warm, about 20 minutes before a feeding session. Many recommend adding citric acid or fresh lemon juice to dried fruit compote, but it's better for breastfeeding mothers to avoid these ingredients, as they may trigger allergies in the baby. Before preparing the compote, you can soak the dried fruits in hot water until softened, which reduces cooking time to 20-25 minutes. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Carefully sort the dried apples, removing any spoiled, discolored, darkened, or otherwise poor-quality dried fruits if present.
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Step 2
2. Rinse the prepared apples thoroughly several times under cold running water and drain in a colander.
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Step 3
3. Bring the water to a boil, add dried apples and sugar, and stir until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil again and simmer over low heat for about half an hour. The dried fruit compote for a nursing mother is ready! Remove from heat and let it cool down, covered with a lid.