Fasting for a Nursing Mother on Yom Kippur
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Question
What should a nursing woman do during the fast on Yom Kippur?
Answer
According to the law, a nursing mother is required to fast. However, if the baby will not have anything to eat, she should drink. Therefore, if the baby consumes expressed milk, it is advisable to prepare a sufficient amount before the fast. If the amount that can be expressed is insufficient or the baby only nurses and does not drink from a bottle, she should attempt to fast, and if she sees that she does not have enough milk for the baby, which poses a danger to the baby, she should drink in measured amounts.