Trying to boost breast milk supply? There are a lot of ways to do that, but why not try the yummiest ones? There are so many tasty recipes for sweet and savory lactation snacks out there, we can hardly count them all. Everything from cookies to soups to smoothies -- whatever one craves, there's probably a milk-inducing version of it. We found some of our favorite lactation recipes that will deliver on taste and on their promise to help new mamas establish a good supply of breast milk.
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For any moms out there looking for recipes that have the essential nutrients they need to sustain them while they're breastfeeding, we've found31 scrumptious recipes loaded with natural galactagogues -- those special ingredients that help make more milk, including flax seed, brewer's yeast, oats, nuts, and even certain herbs. These galactagogues really work!
And these treats aren't going to be tough foods to choke down. Cookies, smoothies, muffins, herbs, tea, brownies, and a shake are all on our list of lactation recipes -- they're all delicious. So enjoy snacking and lactating, mama!
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Read through our favorite lactation recipes, and be prepared to share with any other mamas who need a little boost!
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Booby Bites
These "booby bites" by Janae of ICanTeachMyChild.com aren't just perfectly named, they're also good for a quick energy boost, in addition to containing ingredients like oatmeal, flaxseed, and brewer's yeast to help boost supply.
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Oatmeal Lactation Cookies
Oats are great for milk production. These lactation cookies are just like oatmeal cookies, but with some milk-inducing flaxseed meal and brewer's yeast. Add some raisins or chocolate chips for an extra treat!
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'Mother's Milk' Lactation Tea
This soothing mother's milk tea is powered with nettle, raspberry, alfalfa, and dandelion leaves, as well as fennel seed and blessed thistle.
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4/31
Spinach Muffins
Spinach isn't just good for Popeye the Sailor, it's also good for lactating moms. And this savory spinach muffin lactation recipe by Baby Brain Organics helps make it taste pretty damn delicious, too.
5/31
Fruity Purple Lactation Smoothie
These lactation smoothies are made with frozen fruit, almond milk, oats, and brewer's yeast. Pretty simple for a quick snack.
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Chocolate Chip Lactation Muffins
Muffins are an easy snack for busy new moms to grab on the go, but these banana chip muffins have the added bonus of helping to boost supply.
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7/31
Lactation Granola Bars
Chew on these lactation granola bars for a healthy dose of oats, flax seeds, and other milk-friendly ingredients. Moms can go ahead and add whatever mix-ins they want to give them a unique spin.
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Green Lactation Smoothie Goodness
For moms who want to boost supply with something a little lighter than cookies, Megan Gilmore of the Detoxinista created this green lactation smoothie. It uses coconut milk, spinach, almond milk, and other yummy goodness to pack in essential fatty acids and nutrients nursing moms need.
9/31
2-Layer Lactation Brownies
A yummy oatmeal crust with almond flour and flax meal turn these decadent two-layer chocolate brownies into a handy little lactation helper.
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10/31
No-Bake Lactation Bites
Too hot to bake? There are tons of yummy no-bake lactation recipes online. This one by The Baker Mama is a favorite. Mmm ... chocolate chips!
11/31
Banana Bread With a Twist
This special banana bread recipe for nursing moms uses brewer's yeast, flaxseed, and fenugreek to help moms boost supply. And bonus, it's the perfect way to use all those bananas the toddler swore he wanted but hasn't touched since last week.
12/31
Healthy, Supply Boosting Salad
It's not all about dessert and carbohydrates. This lactation salad recipe uses fenugreek sprouts, fennel, and blue cheese to create a delicious and healthy supply booster that would also make a great lunch.
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13/31
Dairy-Free Lactation Cookies
How does a dairy-free cookie help produce so much milk? That's the mystery behind these yummy dairy-free lactation cookies. If LO has a dairy allergy, just make sure the chocolate chips are made without dairy, too!
14/31
Chocolate Banana Boobie Smoothie
How about a rich, creamy lactation smoothie?It tastes like a dessert, but it's a smoothie so it's way better, right? This one has cocoa powder and bananas for a rich flavor.
15/31
Paleo-Friendly Lactation Cookies
These aren't ordinary lactation cookies. These cookies by Stacy and Matthew of Real Everything are grain-free and suitable for the paleo diet, so they're perfect for people who are off the carb train.
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16/31
Fig Apricot Lactation Pinwheel Cookies
If lactation recipes sound boring, think again. These Oat Mama lactation cookies use fig, apricot, and fennel for a delicious flavor boost even people who aren't breastfeeding will love.
17/31
Chicken Barley Soup
For a hearty meal, try a chicken and barley soup. Not only is it good comfort food, but it's packed full of protein and nutrients to boost supply and keep moms feeling their best post-baby.
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Chocolate Cashew Lactation Bites
These cashew bites by Nourish Move Love are no-bake and packed with iron to help new moms. They also kind of look a little bit like boobs (what, they do!). Plus, they have chocolate -- need I say more?
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Supply Boosting Chocolate Chia Pudding
Chia pudding is a delicious and easy breakfast (or healthy dessert), and this one has special supply boosting powers. It's also high in protein to keep moms satisfied until they can find five seconds to eat another meal.
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20/31
Lactation Berry Cake
Have cake and eat it too with this berry cake recipe by Fresh Milk Mama. It's a nice break from the cookies, oatmeals, and shakes that uses brewer's yeast and sweet berries of the maker's choosing for a yummy, supply-boosting treat.
21/31
Corn Curry With Fenugreek
For a savory dish the whole family will like, try this corn curry. It's flavorful and hearty, and it has fenugreek for a breastfeeding boost.
22/31
Allergen-Free Lactation Cookies
Lactation cookies made without allergens are hard to find, but this recipe by Bunsen Burner Bakery rises to the challenge. These cookies are made with no dairy, soy, nuts, or eggs. Oh, and they're vegan!
23/31
Baby Mama Bars
Oats, molasses, flax -- oh, and plenty of chocolate. These lactation-friendly Baby Mama Bars by Mary Makes Good are the grown-up granola bar dreams are made of.
24/31
Fenugreek Greens on Toast
Throw a lactation party and serve this yummy toast as an appetizer! It's easy to make and a welcome savory alternative to more sweet lactation treats.
25/31
Lactation Lemonade
There's nothing like a cool, refreshing glass of lemonade on a warm day -- especially if it helps get the milk flowing! The Leaky Boob has an original lactation lemonade recipe that's perfect for moms expecting spring or summer babies. When life hands over lemons, produce breast milk!
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Mint-Chip Ice Cream
Ice cream? Yes, ice cream. Delicious, creamy mint chocolate chip ice cream. This supply-boosting recipe by Healing Mama Remedies is sure to please. Oh, and it's no-churn. Thank us later.
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M&M Lactation Balls
Who says dessert can't also be healthy and amazing? These quickie lactation protein bites are loaded with fenugreek, flax, and brewer's yeast, with a few plain chocolate M&M's to make the good stuff even sweeter.
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Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies
Brittany of A Healthy Slice of Life came up with the brilliant idea to turn carrot cake into a breastfeeding-friendly lactation cookie. And not only is it a lactation cookie, it's a breakfastlactation cookie. Genius!
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29/31
Carrot Ginger Juice
This fresh carrot and ginger juice is sweet and zingy, and so easy to make. The recipe by Sweet Stella only calls for five different ingredients.
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Chocolate Almond No-Bake Cookies
Nothing satisfies a sweets craving quite like chocolate and almond, which is why these chocolate almond lactation cookies are a genius choice. Plus, with this recipe by Small Friendly, they're no-bake, so it's easy to make them anytime.
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Chocolate & PB Lactation Shake
Sometimes only a milkshake will hit the spot, and in those moments, this chocolate, peanut butter, and banana shake from We're Parents has moms' backs. It's a dessert, sure, but it also contains oats and flaxseed to help boost supply.
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