Is decaf coffee safe while breastfeeding?

Answer 1

There are two diffrent processes for decaffinating coffee. One uses water the other chemicals. Be sure to purchase water processed decaff or else you are increasing your exposure to some chamicals. Recent research shows that 2 cups of regular coffee a day can double your risk of miscarriage and your risk still goes up by 42% if you consume less then 200 mg of caffiene a day. So reducing as low as possible is a good idea. A cup of decaff can still have 5mg of caffine, so you need decide where your accepance of risk is.

Answer 2

Even decaf has some caffeine. The "half-life" for caffeine in adults is 5 hours, but in infants it can be over 90 hours. That's a long time to have a hopped up baby!

If you choose to proceed with decaf, buy organic beans. The decaffeinating process frequently involves the use of many harsh chemicals. Organic decaf coffees use non-chemical processes.

Please note though: coffee (even decaf) is highly acidic. If it appears your baby is having problems (green poo, gas, etc), try taking decaf out of your diet for a couple weeks. Often cow's milk also needs to be eliminated from the mother's diet also.

Answer 3

i don't think it is since it's decaffeinated, however, it would be better if you avoid it if you can.

Answer 4

"Decaf Coffee does have caffeine. However, caffeine in moderation is ok during pregnancy. Decaf Coffee in moderation would be safe during pregnancy."