Oatmeal recipe for nursing mother?

Oatmeal is often recommended for nursing mothers because it's thought to support milk production. Here's a basic recipe:

Oatmeal Milk-Boosting Bowl

• 4 tablespoons oatmeal (use old-fashioned oats, not instant, if you're not cooking first)
• 1 cup milk (or lactose-free or almond milk if you're sensitive)
• 1 teaspoon tahini (calcium and iron)
• 1 teaspoon fenugreek or nigella seeds (known for milk-boosting effects)
• 5-6 dried figs (natural sweetness, fiber, and iron source)
• Optional: ½ teaspoon ground ginger, pinch of cinnamon

Cook the oatmeal in milk on the stovetop for 5-6 minutes, remove from heat, then stir in tahini, seeds, and chopped figs. Eat while warm. One bowl a day is enough; more can cause gas.

Important note: Oatmeal alone isn't magical; milk production depends most on drinking lots of fluids and nursing frequently to fully empty the breast. If you have ongoing health issues, take nursing medications, or have digestive problems, check with your doctor before trying this recipe.