Breastfeeding while pregnant

Q: I have a one and a half year old daughter and my intention was to breastfeed her till she reaches the age of 2 as per the Islamic ruling.

However I have just found out that I am pregnant again, Alhamdulillah.

My question is: is it permissible for me to continue breastfeeding while pregnant, or is it advisable to stop asap?

A: It is permissible for you to continue breastfeeding the child for the full period of breastfeeding.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)