Q: Any suggestions for running while breastfeeding?
A: First tip, do not attempt to run at the same time as breastfeeding. :)
There are a few things you can do to ensure a comfortable experience. First, you must invest in a serious bra. Go to the store, try it on and run a quick lap or jump in place. You will feel ridiculous, but a good bra is expensive and it needs to work. Or if you want to go through a catalog, I find both Athleta and Title Nine do a great job of describing the “stability” of their bras, helping you make a very informed decision. Order a few, try them out and keep the best one.
My second recommendation is to either pump or feed right before you plan to exercise. For me, and the moms in my run club, this seems to really help to ease any discomfort that you may experience while running.
