Moringa for Breastfeeding: Naturally Boost Milk Supply and Energy for New Mums

Posted by Mark Lubbe on Dec 30, 2018

🌿 Breast Milk: Nature’s Perfect First Food

Breast milk is widely regarded as the ideal source of nutrition for newborns. It provides:

Essential nutrients
Protective antibodies
Immune system support

It also helps prevent infections and reduces the risk of allergies.

However, not all mums are able to breastfeed exclusively. Whether due to lifestyle choices, medical concerns, or low milk supply, some mothers find themselves turning to formula—either partially or entirely.

For mums who want to boost breast milk supply naturally, there's a powerful plant that’s been used for generations: Moringa oleifera.

🧬 Moringa: A Super Supplement for New Mums

Known as the "Miracle Tree", moringa has been used in traditional medicine for centuries across Asia and Africa. It’s especially prized for supporting:

Infant nutrition
Maternal health
Postnatal recovery

Moringa leaves are among the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet, rich in:

Iron
Calcium
Vitamin A, E, and K
Complete plant protein (with all 9 essential amino acids)
Fibre and antioxidants

These nutrients are essential for lactating mothers, whose bodies have increased nutritional demands.

🔋 Key Nutrients in Moringa for Breastfeeding Mothers

1. Iron – Fight Fatigue Naturally

New mums are often iron-deficient, especially after childbirth, due to blood loss. Low iron can lead to:

Fatigue
Weakness
Poor immune function

Just one serving of Moringa powder provides nearly 47% of your daily iron needs. Add it to a smoothie or juice to naturally restore energy and fight postnatal exhaustion.

2. Calcium – Bone Health for Mum and Baby

Calcium is vital for strong bones and teeth—but did you know breastfeeding mothers transfer calcium to their baby through breast milk? This can deplete the mother’s reserves, risking long-term bone issues.

Moringa is a rich natural source of calcium that supports:

Mum’s bone health
Baby’s growth and development

3. Vitamin K – Supports Healing and Blood Clotting

Vitamin K helps with:

Normal blood clotting
Post-birth recovery for mums
Infant health (Vitamin K is often given to newborns at birth)

Including Moringa in your postnatal diet provides gentle, plant-based support for these vital functions.

🍼 Moringa and Breast Milk: Double Your Supply Naturally

One of the most powerful benefits of Moringa is its ability to boost milk production.

Moringa is a natural galactagogue, meaning it increases milk flow. It has been used for centuries in traditional cultures to support breastfeeding mothers—and now there’s scientific evidence to back it up.

🔬 Clinical Evidence:

A 2013 study in the Philippines Journal of Pediatrics reviewed five clinical trials and found that moringa consistently increased breast milk volume.
Another study on mothers of preterm infants had similar findings, confirming moringa’s effectiveness as a milk supply enhancer.

✅ Many women report a 100% increase in breast milk volume with consistent use of moringa.

Best of all? There are no known side effects when using moringa while breastfeeding.

💚 The Benefits Go Beyond Milk Supply

Moringa also supports:

Stronger immune systems
Increased energy
Improved digestion
Better sleep and focus

All of which are incredibly helpful in the postpartum period when your body is healing, and your energy reserves are low.

⚠️ A Note of Caution

While Moringa is generally safe, we always recommend:

Consulting your GP if you’re on medication
Seeking medical advice if you’re pregnant or trying to conceive

👶 Ready to Try Moringa?

Support your body during breastfeeding with a trusted, natural superfood. Our organic Moringa leaf powder is carefully harvested and packed with the nutrients your body needs to nourish you and your baby.