Milk powder or fresh milk, which is better for pregnant & breastfeeding mommies?

[suehaida]

Hi all,
Which is better, to consume milk powder or fresh milk? Is there any difference in the quality of milk?
Thanks!

[ingrams_mommy]

As far as I know, there is no difference in the nutritional value as long as you mix the powdered milk as directed. Fresh tastes better :) but the powdered is definitely cheaper.

FWIW, if you ever feel like you need a big dose of nutrients and calories, you can make a "fortified milk" by mixing milk powder with fresh milk. I did this to help me gain weight while I was pregnant.

[SingingMom]

Powdered milk has no fat in it. You can't dry fat. If you need the fat intake, fresh milk is better.

However, pregnant and nursing mommas can get everything they need without milk at all, if they are careful.