The best advice, from Australia’s trusted source of breastfeeding information.
Can I have an occasional drink while breastfeeding? How does alcohol affect breastmilk? How long should I wait after having a drink, before I breastfeed?
Feed Safe provides the best advice from Australia's most trusted source of breastfeeding information, the Australian Breastfeeding Association. It was developed in consultation with researchers from Curtin University, Western Australia. Feed Safe is based on up-to-date research and official Australian health recommendations.
- Understand the official guidelines and how alcohol affects breastmilk
- Calculate the time till there should be no alcohol in your breastmilk, based on your height and weight
- View a handy standard drink guide
- Find contact details for breastfeeding information services