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25 Easy, One-Handed Breastfeeding Snacks

Being a breastfeeding mom means you're nursing all the time. Multi-tasking is an absolute must!

The following breastfeeding snacks are simple to make AND you only need one hand to eat them. (double win!) They’re a great way to stay satisfied and fuel your postpartum journey.

Here are the best breastfeeding snacks that are nutritious, wholesome, and super yummy!


25 Best Breastfeeding Snacks

  • Almonds - Easy to grab and great for giving you a natural boost of energy and protein. Whole almonds often come in many flavors to give you some variety. 

  • Popcorn - A simple snack is air-popped popcorn! You can add some fun flavors and seasonings if you want. 

  • Deviled Eggs - Talk about simple to eat and a healthy snack, too! This recipe is a great way to get some protein.

  • Celery and Cream Cheese - Don’t forget about this classic!

  • Sliced Apples and Peanut Butter - This snack just never gets old. You can use creamy or crunchy peanut butter - whatever you want. 

  • Homemade Potato Chips - This is a great way to use up those potatoes at home!

  • Watermelon- Everyone loves watermelon, right?

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  • Granola - Talk about a tasty recipe. And while you might get a few crumbs on yourself, it's totally worth it!

  • Protein Shake - A protein shake can do wonders for your appetite and postpartum body goals. 

  • Carrots and Hummus - Another great snack to dip and get some really good nutrition from as well. 

  • Smoothie - The great thing about smoothies is that you can change up the taste and the flavor easily over and over again. Just add in different fruit and get a whole different taste. 

  • Chex Mix - Throw together some cereal, pretzels, and nuts and you've got the perfect handful treat. 

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  • Granola Bars - Save yourself a trip to the store and make your own granola bars at home instead. This recipe only takes 5 ingredients and is SO good. 

  • Chips and Dip - Talk about a good "treat" when it comes to a simple snack. 

  • Avocado Brownies - If you're craving something sweet, you're really going to enjoy this simple brownie recipe. And the best part is, they’re semi-healthy! 

  • Peach - There's nothing like a peach during peach season... the perfect treat. 

  • Pretzels with hummus - Salty, filling, and nutritious!

  • Energy Bites - When you don't feel like baking, this is a great recipe to try! 

  • Dark Chocolate - Because, sometimes, you just need a little bit of chocolate to get through the day.  ;)

  • Pepper slices and guacamole - It's just so easy to dip one-handed! This homemade guac recipe has a great taste and flavor. 

  • Cheese cubes - Grab a handful of cheese cubes to get some needed calcium.

  • Beef Jerky - If you're a meat fan, don’t miss this one! Bonus, it’s got loads of protein. 

  • Sugar Snap Peas - Eating these raw veggies are an easy way to get in your veggie intake for the day. 

  • Homemade Muffins - If you have the time to bake up a batch of muffins, they're perfect for a one-handed snack!

  • Rice Cakes and Honey - This is really, really good! You can even get the flavored rice cakes to change it up! Bonus - top them with peanut butter too.  (yum!)

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