If the mom has low Potassium and iron levels, one would think the first plan
of action would be to improve her diet, especially if she is only nursing
this sparingly. Since breastfeeding is a *normal* biological function, I
would think attention to her diet would be the first step even if she was
exclusively nursing a small baby. It sounds like another case of Blame
Breastfeeding rather than 'first do no harm' and trying the most sensible
solution first. Besides, it's my unprofessional guess that in the later
stages of lactation, when feedings are few and far btwn, the breasts produce
milk which contains smaller levels of potassium and iron. Such small amounts
are found in breastmilk to begin with, I highly doubt that weaning would
make a difference, and that her levels would suddenly soar! Sounds like an
improvement in diet is a good way to start, then go to step 2 (multi
vitamin?) if no improvement is seen in her potassium and iron levels.

Megan
Breastfeeding Counselor

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