Lactation Recipes Galore!
Salted Oatmeal Chocolate Chip with Butterscotch Lactation Cookie
I would make these cookies whether I was lactating or not. Seriously, who doesn’t want a delicious chewy salted oatmeal chocolate chip with butterscotch cookie? The Baker Chick gives you the perfect recipe for gourmet cookies that support lactating moms. These would make a wonderful gift for any new mom.
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Green Lactation Smoothie
Tired of oats? Try this tasty green lactation smoothie from Detoxinista instead! Dark leafy greens support healthy breast tissue and lactation. Add to that a heathy dose of protein and you’ve got the makings of some serious milk support. Plus, you will be getting an extra serving of vegetables, which never hurt anyone!
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Berry Nutty Lactation Granola
Your granola just got upgraded to boob support. This recipe for berry nutty lactation granola from Full Belly Sisters is a great alternative to the lactation cookie. Crumble it over yogurt, serve it with milk, or eat it out of hand—either way, you're sure to enjoy its flavor and results.
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Homemade Mother's Milk Tea
Mother’s milk tea is a wonderful way to hydrate and boost your milk supply. Many moms swear by it, but the store bought version is a bit pricey. This DIY tea blend is a great alternative. You can buy the herbs in bulk and tailor it to your needs and taste buds. Get the recipe at Passionate Homemaking.
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Booby Bites
These tasty Booby Bites (clever, right?) provide quick energy with milk-boosting powers. I don’t know a mom who couldn’t use a bit of help in the energy department and if you’re breastfeeding, these will be especially helpful. These no-bake treats are easy to make and even easier to eat! Get the recipe on I Can Teach My Child.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Lactation-Boosting Milkshake
Forget lactation smoothies, how about a milkshake? We’re Parents Blog has an awesome recipe for a chocolate peanut butter banana milkshake that is full of galactagogues. Peanut butter, oats and flax help boost supply, and the chocolate makes it taste delicious! Nursing is the perfect excuse to drink all the milkshakes you want, especially when they help support healthy lactation.
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