Apple Pie Energy Bites To Beat Postpartum Fatigue

We’re sharing the perfect recipe that will give you an energy boost and keep you healthy during postpartum. First, we’re sharing some quick tips to beat postpartum fatigue…

What food & nutrients can help beat postpartum fatigue?

The best thing you can do to beat fatigue in postpartum is to prioritize sleep when you can, but we know that’s often easier said than done and it can be really frustrating when you get told to “sleep when baby sleeps” — that’s not always possible! Here are a couple of other top tips for beating fatigue during pregnancy and postpartum: 

• Eat smaller meals more often as this helps keep your blood sugar and energy levels balanced throughout the day

• Stay hydrated! Tiredness is often a symptom of dehydration too, so be sure you’re drinking water throughout the day.

• If you can, ask friends & family for support so you can rest — whether they watch the baby for a few hours, bring you a meal, or put a wash on for you, every little helps.

• Try keeping your bedroom slightly colder than the rest of your house to promote better sleep

• Eat foods that contain essential nutrients for energy production and focus on nutrients over calories. One of the top ones we’ve included in our recipe below is Oats! Oats contain lots of nutrients that help in the production of energy:

  • Vitamin B1: This essential vitamin helps the body convert food into energy

  • Iron: This nutrient binds with oxygen and helps carry it throughout the body — that oxygen then becomes part of energy production

  • Magnesium: Supports muscle & nerve function, as well as energy production

  • Selenium: Essential for overall health and mental & physical energy

Ok time for our recipe of the day…

Recipe: Apple Pie Energy Bites

Servings: 12 | Total time: 5 minutes

These sweet little energy balls offer the comforting flavor of apple pie and they give you a healthy energy boost too! They’re plant-based, quick to make, and will give you a pick-me-up.

We recommend making all 12 servings — you can freeze them in the freezer for a quick snack throughout the week! These apple pie energy balls are safe for pregnancy and postpartum.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• 1 cup dried apple chunks

• 1 cup pitted dates

• 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats

• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

• 1/4 teaspoon ginger

• Pinch of salt

Here's how to make it:

1. Add all ingredients to a food processor, blending until a smooth batter forms.

2. Roll into bite-sized balls and enjoy!

When you make these be sure to tag us on Instagram @baby2bodyofficial!

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