Carson Meyer Instagram – I see so many mamas commit to good nutrition and supplementation in pregnancy and then once baby is born the focus shifts to restricting calories to fit back into pre-pregnancy jeans leaving them depleted. The postpartum time (especially while breastfeeding) is an equally important time for a woman to maintain a diet of high nutrients, healthy fats and proteins. By doing so she replenishes her reserves and has more to give her baby through her magic breastmilk!  Eggs- Pastured eggs are an excellent source of Choline which is crucial for brain development and mamas brain function particularly memory and improved cognition.  Roe – Wild salmon roe is the amongst the most abundant food source of omega-3s which is also very important for brain health for mama and baby. Studies have found correlations between optimal levels and increased IQ scores, protection against psychiatric disorders and visual development.  Jujube- In the weeks after giving birth we had Jujube tea summing on the stove all day long filling our home with the sweet aroma and providing a great source of Vitamin C for immunity, collagen synthesis and to help with iron absorption.  Seaweed – Seaweed is rich in iodine which is an important nutrient for mama to consume for her and her baby’s thyroid production.  Chicken Livers  – High in folate, iron, choline, Vitamin A and B12. Chicken livers are a postpartum superfood to replenish mamas nutritional reserves and enrich her breastmilk with properties to support baby’s brain development, motor skills and immune system. It is also a good source of protein which is key for maintaining supply. Protein needs are actually higher while breastfeeding than in pregnancy!  (check out our recipe on the @candthemoon blog)