We welcomed our new little man into our world a few weeks ago and couldn’t be more in love. However, there have been many tough moments as well though. In order to maximize my recovery and ensure that little man is getting optimal nutrition through breastmilk, I am centring my diet around certain foods and nutrients – which I’m sharing today! I’m focusing on the following foods:
Lactogenic Foods: the foods have been found to increase milk supply. They include: oats, barley, nuts and seeds, brewers yeast and fennel
Protein-Rich & Fibre-Rich Foods: As I focus on recovery, I will be resting a lot more than I’m used to. Protein-rich foods are essential during this time, to prevent excess muscle mass loss and to help with healing from birth. As well, bowel movements can be tough after giving birth, so focusing on protein-rich foods that also contain fibre is important. These include edamame, beans and bean pastas.
Vitamins & Minerals: Certain vitamins and minerals become more important during nursing/postpartum. I’ve added in a well-rounded multi – MegaFood Baby & Me 2 Postnatal Multi, which provides important nutrients like iron, methylated folate and choline to meet nutrition demands right after birth. Plus the addition of mooring supports milk production!