Fueled by coffee . All clients will have free access to their own Practice Better phone app and online portal. I’ve been having two a day (one morning and one at bedtime) for the last week and I’ve already got a freezer stash going. If so what would be the freeze unfreeze process recommended? If the mixture is sticky and you're having trouble forming the balls, apply a little water to your hands. Oh boy! So, so good! I’ve got a nourishing Green Lactation Smoothie, because let’s be real, who has time to make cookies with a newborn when you can quickly whip up a smoothie. You MUST remove that breastmilk from your breasts by either nursing or pumping FREQUENTLY and EFFICIENTLY. She is passionate about helping families manage their health in a way that works for them. Thankfully, they’re as quick to whip up as they are to devour! Such a quick snack! Required fields are marked *. So these bite-sized snacks have become this mama’s best friend! I also want to make the disclaimer, that consuming these bars alone, will not magically increase your breastmilk. Thanks for the awesome recipe! Yay! Don’t need the milky boost? If my supply was fine that day, maybe all I ate was two. I know the struggle of low supply all to well, so I’m super happy to hear that these are working well for you! . These look awesome!! During my journey exclusively pumping for Charlie, I’ve struggled a bit with low milk supply, as well as low energy (those tiny humans can really drain a mama). . Trying your version! I’m all about pb & chocolate anything! My little one thanks you!! Here’s what you’re going to need: oatmeal, peanut butter, honey, and chocolate chips (I like to use the mini chips). I’ve also got my original Nutritious Lactation Bars, which are sugar free, dairy free, gluten free, vegan, oil free etc. I wanted to make something that was healthy, but also delicious. In super excited to make them! In a bowl, add all ingredients except the chocolate chips. To store (if you haven’t eaten them all), keep refrigerated in an air tight storage container. These look delicious! Hey! I love that you have the option to make more (and the recipe upgrades all the ingredients should I want to make more)! There’s always a container of these in our fridge, just waiting to be devoured! My husband and toddler love these energy balls so much I’ve had to start making double batches so that there’s some left for me! I made these and ate two because they are so good!! Congrats! LOL also- active yeast, not brewer’s yeast. I love that these are ‘no-bake’! I need these in my life! In a bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt, brewers yeast, and flaxseed meal. I have a two month old baby girl and based off past experience, I was afraid of not being able to keep up with her demand. These pictures are making me drool on my keyboard. Time. Are you interested in trying some other healthy *possible*milk boosting foods? . Does anyone know how many calories this recipe is? Now, you may be asking yourself, What’s different about these? These are amazing and super yummy! She loves food, babies, traveling, and teaching people how to feel and live better, 5 Common Causes of Postpartum Food Cravings. She definitely doesn’t need the energy, but who can say “no” to that face? If you’d like one on one support and help trouble shooting your low milk supply, feel free to contact me. If you’re going for lactation energy balls, you’ll need ground flax seed and brewer’s yeast too. Once chilled, roll into balls and eat! . Ok, well clearly I need to make these stat. Toss the mixture in the fridge to chill for at least 15 minutes. Fire wife, girl mom, lover of books, donuts, and DIY. I admire you that you stopped at two. She’s always asking for them. They sound delicious! It makes the mixture easier to shape. Thanks! Remove wax paper from pan and peel away from mixture. If you’ve never tried an energy ball, they’re little bite-sized snacks packed with protein, carbs, and fats, perfect for a little pick-me-up when your battery is running low. Will have to try to keep some of these in my fridge too! I personally ate 4-6 a day. Seriously, aren’t these so easy? (Now that I’m no longer breastfeeding, I make these balls without the flax or brewer’s yeast all together – just because they’re so yummy!). Yummy little bite-sized balls of deliciousness to help boost your energy level and (if you want it to) you're milk supply. Now, just because I call these lactation bars, they are still cookies and this doesn’t mean you should indulge. I love that they are quick and easy. They can be enjoyed by the whole family (or hoarded for yourself, if you’d like. I’m about to make a batch. I’ll totally be making some soon! They are so good!! Yay!! It’s good to know that adding the lactation helpers don’t affect the taste. lol. I just created the most amazing peanut butter and chocolate lactation bars. Those look quite good and easy to make. How many are recommended per day? Mix until well combined. And I mean All. In a stand mixer (or large bowl with a hand mixer) combine butter, brown sugar and peanut butter and mix until smooth. Your email address will not be published. Personally, I ate two at a time, but that’s just because I wanted to.I ate however many I felt like I needed to get the boost I wanted. They are a super quick and easy to snack to have on hand, Oh these are so good!!! I want to give these a try! Thanks for sharing! Way too many! Hope that helps! Great question, I’ve been wondering the same about the yeast (I’m not a fan but will include it if needed) and would very much like to up my milk production for my preemie in the NICU right now. Who doesn’t love chocolate and peanut butter!? I’m deathly afraid of lactating now that my daughter is 4.5 but I think I can make an adapted version. She runs both an inperson and virtual private practice called Aloha Nutrition. I have ground flaxseed, but I haven’t ordered any of the brewers yeast powder yet. I haven’t ever used anything other than honey, but maybe real maple syrup or agave syrup might work as a substitute? These look and sound amazing! I’d say up to a couple weeks (although mine never make it that long – yum!). Mix until well combined. Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl. They’re so good! What busy lady doesn’t love that? Can I make them the week before im due and freeze them and will they still be good? But if you’re still worried, the brewer’s yeast from Oat Mama that I linked in the post has a much milder flavor, since it’s made for mixing into recipes and such, so you can always give that one a try! I promise they won’t make you lactate! Try them for yourselves! You are the one making the milk after all!). I make these things all the time. If you’re worried about eating too many, maybe start with 2 or 3 and work up from there if needed. Just thaw them before eating (since frozen peanut butter is HARD). I have to build a stash quickly. That is if you end up with 24 balls. I ate these when I was pregnant, and even after breastfeeding. You can totally leave it out, but the milk-boosting benefits may just be less than if you’d added it. So, of course, that me, Take me back to Disneyland! Do you know how long they last in the fridge or if they freeze well? I’ll tell you! It's really easy to stress, especially if it's your first nursling, about not having enough milk. These sound delicious! ☆☆☆☆☆ SUPER YUM!! But after doing some… Pinning this recipe- will need in November! Do you know if the brewers yeast is needed? Do lactation cookies actually boost your milk supply? Definitely going to have to make a batch this week!