5 Nourishing Snacks for Postpartum Moms

5 Nourishing Snacks for Postpartum Moms

Fueling your body with nutritious snacks is essential during the postpartum period. These snacks are quick, easy, and packed with the nutrients your body needs to recover and sustain energy while caring for your newborn.

1. Greek Yogurt with Fresh Berries & a cup of bone broth

Packed with protein, calcium, and antioxidants, Greek yogurt topped with fresh berries like blueberries or strawberries provides a creamy and satisfying snack. Add a sprinkle of chia seeds for extra fiber and omega-3s. Bone broth is packed with collagen and gelatin. These nutrients are vital for healing postpartum, as they help repair tissues, joints, and skin, and promote gut health—important as your body recovers from childbirth. It's also full of protein which is essential for repairing muscle and tissue and helping you maintain energy levels. The protein in these two snacks supports muscle recovery and helps you maintain muscle mass as you adjust to the demands of motherhood.

2. Nut Butter and Banana Rice Cakes

Natural nut butters are rich in healthy fats, particularly monounsaturated fats, which help support hormonal balance after childbirth. Healthy fats are also important for maintaining energy levels and supporting your body’s recovery process. The rice cake serves as a quick source of easily digestible carbohydrates, which provide a fast energy boost—something new moms need as they navigate the demands of breastfeeding, baby care, and recovery. The banana adds additional natural sugars for quick energy, along with fiber to support digestion.

Spread natural almond butter on a rice cake and top with banana slices and sprinkle with organic ceylon cinammon for a delicious balance of healthy fats, carbs, and potassium to support your energy levels.

3. Veggie Sticks with Hummus

Crunchy vegetables like carrots, cucumber, snap peas and bell peppers pair perfectly with hummus, which is rich in protein and healthy fats. Hummus is made from chickpeas, which are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber. Again, protein is essential for postpartum recovery as it supports muscle repair, tissue healing, and the production of breast milk. Fiber helps support digestion, which is especially important during the postpartum period when many new moms experience digestive issues or bloating. It’s a quick, refreshing snack that supports hydration and recovery.

For a quick and easy homemade hummus, in a food processor or blender add:

1 can chickpeas or 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1 large lemon

1/4 cup well-stirred tahini

1 small garlic clove, minced

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Salt to taste

2 to 3 tablespoons (45ml) cold water

A pinch of paprika

4. Energy Balls / Home Made Granola bars

Homemade energy balls are a great on-the-go option. They’re full of fiber, healthy fats, and nutrients that keep you feeling full and energized. This receipe works great for both granola bars or energy balls.

1c each almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, 1/2c goji berries, 2c pitted dates, 1c natural almond butter, 1/4tsp himalayan salt, 1/2 TB ceylon cinnamon

Pulse everything in food processor until combined. Roll into balls or Spoon into 8x8 parchment lined baking dish, make sure it's well-compacted with hands or back of spoon. Chill in fridge for 2 hrs or freezer for 40 minutes then cut into bars if making granola bars.

5. Hard-Boiled Eggs and Avocado Slices

A hard-boiled egg paired with slices of creamy avocado provides protein, healthy fats, and essential vitamins to support postpartum recovery and brain health. Sprinkle with a pinch of himalayan salt and pepper.

Taking care of yourself during the postpartum period is just as important as caring for your baby. Nourishing your body with healthy snacks and small acts of self-care helps you recover, feel energized, and stay present for the moments that matter most. As you navigate this new season of motherhood, remember that prioritizing your own well-being is essential for both you and your family.

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