Lacation Recipes are a great way to boost your milk supply – and eat something healthy and wholesome!
While some mums have more than enough breastmilk to go around, others struggle with milk supply.
There are a number of reasons that a new mum’s milk supply might be low, so it’s important to see your doctor make sure there’s nothing medically wrong. But once you’ve been given the all-clear, many mums find themselves looking for alternative treatments, like lactation recipes. Lactation recipes are foods that help to increase your breastmilk supply through certain ingredients, particularly flaxseed, brewer’s yeast and old-fashioned oats.
There are some great recipes out there, so we thought we’d bring together some of the best ones. These yummy things aren’t just great for the milk supply, they’re wonderful snacks for a tired Mumma as well!
Where can I Buy Brewer’s Yeast?
Brewer’s yeast isn’t something you can usually pick up at your local supermarket. But we have a quick list of online suppliers – so you can have it delivered to your door:
Honest to Goodness Brewers Yeast 350grams Stockist: Amazon Australia | |
Lotus Brewers Yeast 1kg Pack Stockist: Amazon Australia |
Good Ol’ Fashioned Lactation Biscuits
Sometimes, things don’t need to be more complicated than the classics. These Good Ol’ Fashioned Lactation Biscuits are simple but delicious biscuits that can be whipped up in large batches and work wonders for the milk supply. If you want simple, this is it.
Lactation Energy Bites
Energy is hard to come by for new mum’s, so most will take extra anywhere they can find it. One place to look for energy and some breastfeeding help is these Lactation Energy Bites, which provide a boost to you and your milk supply!
Chocolate and Banana Boobie Smoothie
A chocolate smoothie is pretty much our go-to treat for anything that ails us, which is why we were so happy to find this Chocolate and Banana Boobie Smoothie recipe.
Berry Nutty Lactation Granola
When it’s made right, granola is both calorie and nutrient-dense, both important for a breastfeeding Mumma. This Berry Nutty Lactation Granola also has lots of added extras to bolster your milk supply, which makes it even better.
Two-Layer Lactation Brownies
Brownies are already enough to get us excited, but something that looks and sounds as good as these Two-Layer Lactation Brownies is almost too much to bear. Sweet, gooey and actually good for us? Yes please!
Banana and Oat Boobie Smoothie
This is a dairy-free version of the Boobie Smoothie which will assist with increasing the production of your breast milk supply when nursing. Not all Mum’s naturally have a great milk supply, but by increasing liquids and getting loads of nutrition – you are doing everything you possibly can to make that milk flow!
Choc Chip Lactation Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies are always a yes from us, so we can hardly refuse these Choc Chip Lactation Cookies. Not only are they gooey, delicious and chocolatey, but they’re a milk booster that new mum’s will love!
Breastfeeding Granola Bars
If plain old granola isn’t tantalising enough for your tastebuds, you might want to consider these Breastfeeding Granola Bars. These bars are full of brewer’s yeast, flaxseed meal and oats, plus they’re delicious.
Cinnamon Apple Lactation Cookies
Cinnamon and Apple are two flavours that are just made to be together, particularly in these scrumptious lactation cookies. These are rich in fibre, protein and iron as well, making them a much-needed energy boost.
Chocolate Almond No-Bake Cookies
Who has time for baking when you’ve got a new baby in the house anyway? That’s why we’re loving these Chocolate Almond No-Bake Lactation Cookies. They’re scrumptious, super easy, and good for everyone.
Lactation Cookie Bars
In our honest opinion, cookie bars are just better than cookies, particularly if they are these Lactation Cookie Bars. With a recipe like this, full of breast milk supply boosters, it’s never been easier to rationalise “just one more”.
Lactation recipes are a great way for new mums to take back a little control in the new wild world of breastfeeding. They’re great little treats, and they serve a useful purpose as well, which makes them winners in our books. Not only are they great to make when you’re a new mum, they’re also a wonderful present for new mums, who are struggling or overwhelmed by their new lives.
So, get cooking!