How many calories does it take to breastfeed a toddler?
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While exclusive breastfeeding burns an estimated 500 to 700 calories per day in the first several months, this number decreases substantially as an infant transitions to eating solid foods. To accurately answer how many calories does it take to breastfeed a toddler, mothers must consider their unique nursing frequency, their toddler’s intake of solids, and their own activity level.
