I am breastfeeding my 5-month old daughter - can I fast during Ramadan? The iftar time will be 8:30pm. If fasting affects lactation should I continue or make up the days later?
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I am breastfeeding my 5-month old daughter - can I fast during Ramadan? The iftar time will be 8:30pm. If fasting affects lactation should I continue or make up the days later?
Answer
It is permissible to fast whilst breastfeeding. However, if fasting affects lactation, you may make up for the fasts later.
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Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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