Diet and Nutrition


Snacking & Nursing
by Linda Hanna-Sperber, MSN/Ed., IBCLC
Breastfeeding mothers need to stay replenished with healthy snacks throughout the day to product rich, nutritious milk for their infants. It is important to balance your snacks with protein, vegetables and fruit to get all the nutrients you’ll need to stay energized and satiated.
What To Drink
by Linda Hanna-Sperber, MSN/Ed., IBCLC
Breastfeeding a baby requires you to consume significant amounts of fluid. We’ll share the best drinks and snacks to keep nursing moms hydrated and energized.
Mom’s Lost Appetite
by Linda Hanna-Sperber, MSN/Ed., IBCLC
In the days right after delivery, many new moms report not feeling very hungry. Although this is very normal and should not interfere with milk production, it is important to continue trying to find snacks and healthy food choices to eat until your appetite returns to normal.
Nutrition For Nursing
by Linda Hanna-Sperber, MSN/Ed., IBCLC
A healthy, invigorated mommy will lead to a happy, satiated baby. You’ll need to balance your diet with a variety of nutritious foods to give you energy throughout the day and keep your milk supply up. We can share plenty of tips and powerhouse foods to incorporate into your lifestyle.
The Make-More-Milk Diet
by Linda Hanna-Sperber, MSN/Ed., IBCLC
Keeping mommy healthy and hydrated promotes a good milk supply (and keeps baby happy and satiated). From whole grains to smoothies to TONS of water, we’ve got nutrition tips to keep you energized and make that milk flow.
Kuli Kuli Green Moringa Smoothie
by Megan Manzi
Our friends at Kuli Kuli are excited to share their Green Moringa Smoothie recipe here with our community since it packs in a generous helping of Moringa (also known as Malunggay) to help nursing mothers’ milk production. Bottoms up!
VIDEO: Breakfast for the Breastfeeding Mom
by Megan Manzi
Check out a clip from our webinar with holistic nutritionist Pam Mahon. Our moms learned tips on powering up milk supply and energy levels using real, whole foods.
Foods To Avoid While Nursing
by Linda Hanna-Sperber, MSN/Ed., IBCLC
Breastfeeding moms need a nutritious diet to aid breast milk production. But are there certain foods to avoid? Our team can show you what to enjoy and what to skip when choosing the healthiest foods for mom and baby.