Colic Causing Foods in Breastfeeding

If your child is experiencing colic, it may be due to something in your diet that is passing through the breastmilk. Here is a list of foods that may be the culprit. You can eliminate all foods at once or just a few at a time, depending on how severe the colic is. It sometimes takes up to two weeks for a food to get out of your system, so be patient. Good luck!

• Dairy products
• Caffeine – coffee, tea, soda
• Soy products
• Peanuts
• Shellfish
• Chocolate (sorry!)
• Citrus fruits
• Wheat
• Chicken
• Beef
• Eggs
• Nuts
• Corn
• Prenatal vitamins (The iron may be irritating to baby. Ask your OB for an alternative if this is the culprit.)
• Gassy vegetables:
  • Broccoli
  • Cauliflower
  • Cabbage
  • Onions
  • Green peppers
  • Tomatoes