Mom's "Milk" Shake

When breastfeeding: Water makes Milk. An adequate amount of fluids is important. Another key to making more breast milk is a high caloric intake, especially in the first weeks after birth when establishing a good milk supply. This shake is a great, tasty way to increase caloric intake as well as fluid intake. It's also high in protein and fat, making it a great milk maker. Yum.

 

My Mother's Milkshake

1 Cup whole milk

1-2 tbs peanut, almond, or cashew butter

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

1 tsp honey

1 banana

1 tsp brewer's yeast

4 large ice cubes

1/4 cup whey powder (optional, for extra calories and protein)

1 tsp chocolate syrup or cocoa powder (optional, for taste)

1 tsp vanilla (optional, for taste)

Put all the ingredients in a blender on high or 20-40 seconds. Add more or less milk to achieve desired consistency. Enjoy. If whey powder is added, drink right away to avoid separation of whey from the milk.