Breastfeeding Snacks

It is important to have many healthy snacks on hand while breastfeeding.  Hunger seems to strike often, and with a mom that is sleep deprived, quick and easy snacks are a must. The easy go-to's are granola bars, fruit, cheese sticks, nuts, whole grain crackers... anything that is easy to eat with one hand :-)  Don't forget the water!  Drink lots of water.  If you use a straw, it's much easier to drink the quantity you need.

When I take food to a new mom, I make Whole Wheat Cinnamon Muffins.  I use a mini-muffin tin so they're easy to grab and quick to eat.  In my opinion, this snack is great for day and night.  This muffin satisfies the middle of the night hunger, and the whole wheat flour makes it a healthy option.  You can make two batches and freeze one.  They're great!     

Whole Wheat Cinnamon Muffins

Whisk together in one large bowl:

1 ½ cup of Whole Wheat Flour (King Arthur 100% Whole Wheat)
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp salt

Mix in a separate bowl:

2 large eggs
2/3 cup brown sugar
5 Tbsp of melted butter
1 cup of unsweetened apple sauce

Add all ingredients in one bowl and combine well. Pour in a greased mini muffin pan.

 

Bake at 400 degrees for 18-20 minutes.