Quick Lunch for Postpartum Weight Loss to Support Breastfeeding

 
Easy Postpartum Weight Loss Recipe with Sweet Potato
 

Looking for a quick and nourishing meal to support your postpartum weight loss while also giving your baby the nutrients they need through breast milk?

As a postpartum dietitian, this is my favorite quick lunch to support breastfeeding when you’re short on time.

This sweet potato and cottage cheese recipe is packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Everything you need to stay full longer, keep your blood sugar balanced, and work toward your weight loss goals after pregnancy.

Did you know your Vitamin A intake directly impacts your baby’s Vitamin A levels through breast milk? This meal is naturally rich in Vitamin A, making it a smart choice for both your recovery and your baby’s development.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 sweet potato, microwave 5 minutes

  • Sea Salt to taste

  • 1 cup of cottage cheese

  • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds

  • Drizzle of honey

STEPS:

  • Add all ingredients to your sweet potato and enjoy!


Notes:

If you don’t like cottage cheese or are dairy free, sub a protein like turkey or beef.

If you don’t like microwaves, don’t use one. Simply put it in the oven

 

Nutrition info:

Calories 558
Protein 35g
Fiber 6g
Carbs 54g
Fat 25g

 

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