Postpartum Nutrition Hub
in collaboration with Strong Ties
You’re focused on feeding your baby.
We’re focused on ensuring you are nourished, too!
Postpartum Nutrition Reminders
Be gentle with yourself - this time can be so hard and tiring.
Your nutritional needs remain high, even after pregnancy. Protein, fluids, and electrolytes are pivotal needs.
It’s OK to lean on convenience foods. Freezer meals, pre-cut produce, and protein shakes are all helpful tools when life is busy.
There are no specific foods that reliably increase milk supply. Focusing on eating enough & eating a balance (carbs, protein, and fats) is most important.
Snack Ideas
50 Protein-Rich Snacks
Carbs snacks are easy, but finding easy protein snacks can be trickier. This list provides a ton of options!
How to Build a Satisfying Snack
A quick rundown of what makes a satisfying & energizing snack that keeps blood sugar stable.
Elimination-Diets
*Reminder: Most parents do not need to go dairy-free, soy-free or eliminate other foods while breastfeeding. In the case that your baby does have a suspected protein allergy or sensitivity, these resources can help!
How to Go Dairy-Free
A comprehensive guide for what foods/ingredients to avoid when you’re on a dairy-free elimination diet.
Dairy-Free Shopping List
Ideas for what to fill your cart with & help you focus on what you can eat.