Naturally Laura

Postpartum can be a hectic time, especially if this is your first baby. Friends and family are popping in to visit. Your hormones are quite wacky, and you’re still physically recovering. Baby is needing you 24/7, along with the rest of your household. One thing that makes this time much easier is having quick and healthy snacks ready to eat. Most of these require no prep whatsoever. So you can just head to your fridge, grab, and go. I know this is what helped me immensely when we brought Autumn home. I barely had time to cook. My husband was amazing at keeping our kitchen stocked with these snacks. And they’re so nourishing and satisfying!

So here we go:

 

• Almonds – How much easier can it get? You’re starving, but the baby’s crying… just grab a handful of almonds and toss them in your mouth. Then you can get back to that sweet little cherub.

• Guacamole & Plantain Chips – Whether you want to make it yourself or buy it in those single serve cups, guac makes a satisfying snack. Dip with tortilla chips, or plantain chips if you’re following a grain free diet.

• Hard-boiled Eggs – Boil a dozen eggs at the beginning of the week. Grab one out of the fridge when you get hungry and sprinkle on some salt and pepper.

• Avocado – Mash it on toast. Eat it with some sea salt. It pairs well with sardines.

• Sardines – These little fatty fish are rich in o-mega 3’s. If you can’t stand the fishy taste, try squeezing some fresh lemon juice over them. Smoked sardines in olive oil are my favorite.

• Hummus & Red Bell Peppers – This is a good crunchy alternative to chips or popcorn. Try hummus with carrots or cucumbers too.

• Fat Bombs – There are so many delicious fat bomb recipes online. Try these strawberry or chocolate cheesecake bites!

• Protein Muffins – If you’re a new nursing mama, you’re likely thinking of all the ways to make sure you have the best milk for your babe.. and lots of it. Everyone knows oats can positively impact your milk supply, so go for it. Make some bread or muffins with oats. Easy grab and go. I love this recipe for chocolate chip banana bread!

• Greek Yogurt – A plain Greek yogurt like Siggis is a perfect choice. You can drizzle on some honey or add berries, granola, and nuts.

• Olives – Green olives, black olives, kalamata olives… They’re great on their own! Or pair them with some cheese, salami, prosciutto. Go all out on a charcuterie board if baby gives you the time!

 

I hope you enjoy these simple and nutritious snacks! Grab and go foods make those first few months with baby much easier. The less you have to worry about food, the more you can concentrate on nourishing that little babe, getting some sleep, and recovering. Wishing you and yours many, many blessings!