Postpartum Woman After 6 Weeks - Fast of Tisha B'Av
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Question
A woman who usually fasts will be 6 weeks postpartum and is fully breastfeeding. Does she have any permission?
Answer
Shalom and blessings
A postpartum woman after 30 days from childbirth should fast if she has recovered from childbirth and there are no known issues such as iron deficiency, etc.
A nursing mother should also fast. She should prepare well in the two days before the fast by drinking plenty of sugar-sweetened liquids. It is also recommended to drink sugar-sweetened beverages after the fast. However, if during the fast the baby lacks milk and needs it, or if she knows that the fast will harm the milk, she should drink as usual.
Source
Azmera Leshimcha 257