Breastfeeding can be a difficult journey for a lot of new mothers – and there aren’t many mums who don’t question, at least once, whether they are producing enough milk for their growing bub!
Ultimately, your doctor or midwife should be your first port of call with any concerns about adequate supply, but there are also a few foods you can eat that will encourage your body to ramp up milk production.
The Healthy Mummy team have incorporated these tried-and-tested ingredients into some yummy recipes that will fit right into a healthy eating plan. Give your milk supply a nutritious boost, while also lifting your mood with a scrumptious treat. Because you deserve it.
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Maple Cashew Milk Smoothie
The Healthy Mummy Smoothie Mix already contains lactation boosting herbs such as fenugreek and ginger. To turn your smoothie into a serious milk boosting machine try adding cashews which contain calcium and iron – particularly important to consume whilst breastfeeding. Sesame seeds are also noted as a galactogogue (lactation booster), as they are high in calcium and oestrogenic properties.
Ingredients (Makes 1 serve)
- 2 tablespoons Healthy Mummy Smoothie Mix Vanilla (25 grams)
- 1/2 cup cashew nuts, unsalted (50 grams)
- 2 cups water (500 mls)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup (5 mls)
- 2 teaspoons rolled oats (7.5 grams)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (5 mls)
- 1 teaspoon black or white sesame seeds (4 grams)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (0.5 grams)
- ice cubes
Method
- Soak the cashews overnight or for a minimum of 4 hours
- Add the water to a blender with the drained cashews and blend until smooth.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to blender and blend for 2 minutes.
- Tip – for a super smooth smoothie, remember to blend the ingredients for 2-3 minutes as the smoothies are a natural product, are non refined, are low in sugar, are high in natural fibres and contain whole foods so need a good blend.
Recipe makes 1 serve, 375 calories per serve
Please note that if you are a Challenge member and making this recipe for more people, you can customise the serves on the ingredients and the ingredient list will change accordingly.
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