1- OATS: a perfect whole grain, high-fiber, all-natural food. A bowl of oatmeal will keep you full for a long time after breakfast (which is important for mamas who are always on the move) -- and may help increase your milk supply. Oats are also high in iron. Low iron can cause issues with your milk supply so keep up your iron intake!
2- SPINACH: chock-full of vitamins and minerals including: calcium, vitamin C, iron and heart-healthy antioxidants. It is also loaded with vitamin A, which your baby gets from your breast milk to ensure healthy development.
3- BERRIES: Berries are loaded with vitamin C, folate, and fiber. They are some of the most powerful disease-fighting foods available because of their high levels of antioxidants.
4-AVOCADOS: An abundant source of folic acid and vitamins E & C, it is rumored to increase lactation, as well!
5- CARROTS: enriched with carbohydrates and potassium, carrots help boost energy in breastfeeding mamas. They are rich in antioxidants an a vital source of beta-Carotene which is required by you during lactation period.
While we know it isn't best to drink your calories, we know that many of us mamas don't always have time to make nutrition pack meals. So here are a few Smoothie Recipes that use these SUPER FOODS to help:
Cashew Banana Lactation Smoothie
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