Lactation Smoothie – Coconut, Banana and Oat
If you are a breastfeeding mum and want to boost your milk supply, we have an awesome milk-boosting lactation smoothie recipe using the breastfeeding-friendly Healthy Mummy Smoothie mix.
Not only does this Coconut, Banana and Oat Lactation Smoothie recipe taste amazing, with the addition of some key milk boosting ingredients, it’ll also help to increase (or maintain) your milk supply.
This is a super popular recipe with the delicious flavours of banana and coconuts. If you’re a fan of a banana smoothie, check out the super easy Banana & Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie that also packs a nutritional punch.
Prep Time | 5 minutes |
Cook Time | 0 minutes |
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- 1 cup milk of choice
- ¼ cup coconut milk
- 3 tbsp natural or Greek yoghurt
- 2 tbsp Healthy Mummy Smoothie mix chocolate or vanilla
- ¼ cup whole rolled oats
- ½ frozen banana
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp flaxseed meal
- 1 tbsp brewers yeast
Ingredients
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- Place all ingredients in a blender and mix on high speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
How does it boost milk supply?
This smoothie contains three important ingredients to help boost milk supply.
- Oats
- Brewer’s yeast
- Flaxseed
Oats
are high in iron, and one of the reasons for decreased milk supply is often low iron levels. They’re also full of nutrients and fibre to help you stay nice and full. Brewer’s Yeast contains iron, protein and vitamin B, selenium and chromium and is often recommended as a nutritional supplement during breastfeeding. Flaxseed is high in omega-3 fatty acids (which are great for your little one) and it also contains phytoestrogens that can influence breast milk production.
The combination of banana, coconut and Healthy Mummy Smoothie mix totally disguises the bitter taste of the brewer’s yeast and the frozen banana combined with the oats and flaxseed give this lactation smoothie a thick and creamy texture.
The great news is that the Healthy Mummy Smoothie range are already breastfeeding friendly, and they are packed with vitamins and minerals which already support your milk supply.
By adding the extra oats, flaxseed and the Brewer’s yeast (it is available from health food shops – don’t skip this ingredient) you will be giving your body a boost that could help increase your milk supply for your little one.
More Smoothies for Busy Breastfeeding Mums
If you love the taste of bananas in your smoothies, check out these delicious recipe options for a quick nutritious breakfast or snack.
Banana Nut Healthy Mummy Smoothie
The ultimate breakfast for time poor mums, this yummy banana smoothie has the addition of almond butter for a lovely nutty flavour.
Banana Coconut Smoothie
This tasty smoothie made from the Premium Banana Sundae Smoothie Mix tastes just like a Banana Sundae with a delicious hint of coconut.
Milk Supply Boosting Recipes
- Dairy Free Choc Banana Lactation Cookies Recipe
- Chocolate Peanut Lactation Bliss Balls
- Dark Chocolate Milk Supply Boosting Muesli Bars
- No Bake Lactation Cookie Balls
Check out our Breastfeeding Milk Supply Boosting Recipes eBook where you will gain access to a number of delicious recipes (including cookies and bliss balls!) proven to help mums increase their milk production.