Drinking a wife's breast milk in Islam is not forbidden but is considered makruh, which means disliked or undesirable.
While it doesn't establish a relationship of mahram (forbidden marriage) between the husband and wife, scholars advise against it due to its potential to lead to undesirable consequences. The main concern is that drinking breast milk could lead to the husband becoming a mahram to his wife's family, impacting future relationships.
The general consensus among Islamic scholars is that breastfeeding that establishes mahram requires consistent and prolonged feeding of an infant. This type of breastfeeding is specifically meant to establish the legal relationship between the breastfeeding mother and the infant.
Here are some points to consider:
- Drinking breast milk for the purpose of establishing mahram would be ineffective. The milk must be consumed by an infant for it to have a legal impact.
- The act of drinking breast milk, even without the intention to establish mahram, can be seen as disrespectful and inappropriate by some.
- It is considered a major sin for a husband to pressurize his wife into breastfeeding him.
Ultimately, the decision to drink breast milk is a personal one, but it's important to be aware of the potential implications and consult with a knowledgeable scholar for further guidance.
