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Lactation Pancakes / Pancake Bites

  • Writer: Marina Lane, MS RD CLC
    Marina Lane, MS RD CLC
  • Jul 21, 2017
  • 1 min read

Updated: Mar 12, 2021



I get this question a lot: What can I eat to increase my milk supply?

The answer is simple: Eat food. Nutritious food.

Think about it: Your breast milk contains nutrients - Vitamins, Minerals, healthy fats, protein, carbohydrates.... that stuff has to come from somewhere - our food!

But hold on: If I eat 'more food', I'm just gonna gain weight - not make more milk!

True. The science behind how breast milk is made is highly complex - and the mechanisms through which some foods in particular may increase milk supply is not fully understood. No, simply eating 'more' food isn't going to increase milk supply, but eating the right kinds of food may!

Many moms report success in increasing milk supply with oatmeal and brewer's yeast, both good sources of iron and other minerals, as well as B Vitamins. Does it really work? I'm currently reviewing the evidence on this in my new blog post series Review of Natural Galactagogues!

I also included flaxseed meal in this recipe because it is LOADED with important minerals, fiber and, best of all, healthy omega-3 fatty acids for your baby's brain development! It is also an excellent binder. In fact, you could probably leave the egg out if you are vegan or your baby has an egg sensitivity. Just add more flaxseed meal to make sure your pancakes won't break apart.

Ladies, these pancakes are a powerhouse of nutrition for you and your baby's milk. Try them this weekend and share this recipe with fellow breastfeeding moms!


Lactation Pancakes recipe
Lactation Pancakes recipe

8 Comments


Guest
Jul 11

thanks for this love it such an amaizng post about lactation pancakes can i share this with friends on wa mod

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Guest
Jun 11

This is such a helpful and comforting recipe idea, especially for new breastfeeding moms who are trying to support both their own nutrition and their baby’s needs. I really appreciate how you explained the purpose of using ingredients like oats and flaxseed, and how they fit into a balanced, nourishing diet rather than being borra marca de agua seen as a “quick fix” for milk supply. It’s refreshing to see lactation recipes presented in a realistic way that focuses on overall nutrition and well-being instead of making exaggerated claims.


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