I’m convinced going back to work after having a baby was the hardest thing I’ve ever done. It’s hard to say, what with my current sleep deprived brain fog and all. But I’m pretty sure.
Anyway, since going back to work was a definite drain on my happy, I’m trying to intentionally do more things that bring me joy – like cooking.
I made Hummusapien’s peanut butter chia balls a while back, and this weekend I was going to whip up batch #2. But then I deviated. Took some artistic liberties, if you will.
Those liberties came in the form of hemp seeds, cinnamon, and an extra handful of dates.
These guys are perfect for stashing in the freezer if you are expecting a baby. You need that fiber – during your pregnancy, during post-partum recovery. Just always. Always the fiber. Remember to chase these chia-dense nuggets with some milk or water so the seeds can swell and do their thing.
A quick word on lactation bites:
These aren’t going to make you spontaneously lactate. That’s good news for the guys who like to snack on these too. But I’ve found that plenty of carbs (and some fat too) are important for keeping a steady milk supply. Lactation bites are the perfect little package for carbs and fat.
And again, gentlemen, you can munch these too. Just don’t eat the last one or the lady in your life might have a meltdown.
If you need some more ideas for lactation snackages, check out my chocolate almond butter lactation bites or these peanut butter energy bites.
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- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/4 cup Chia seeds
- 1/4 cup hemp seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 3/4 cup pitted dates about 10
- 1 cup Natural Peanut Butter
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
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- Combine first four ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and process until oats are turned into flour. Add dates and process until dates are chopped very finely. Add remaining ingredients and process until a smooth ball forms.
- Form mixture into 1-tablespoon size bites. Store in refrigerator.