Now that you’re breastfeeding, you’ll still need to eat healthfully and drink plenty of fluids for the health of you and your baby. In fact, you’ll need about 300 more calories (2,000-2,300 calories total) per day than in the last trimester of your pregnancy in the form of three balanced meals and some light snacks throughout the day.
Here are a few nutrient rich, nursing-friendly recipes to make sure you and your baby are getting exactly what you need.