Nourishing Your Body: Protein-Rich Recipes for Gut Health & Breastfeeding Moms

When it comes to fueling our bodies—whether for gut healing or breastfeeding support—the quality of our protein matters just as much as the quantity. The Weston A. Price approach to nutrition focuses on whole, nutrient-dense foods that our ancestors thrived on, rich in enzymes, healthy fats, and bioavailable nutrients.

Protein sources like grass-fed beef, pasture-raised eggs, raw dairy, bone broth, fermented foods, and organ meats not only nourish postpartum moms but also support digestion, repair the gut lining, and balance hormones. Here’s why these foods are key—and a few simple, delicious recipes to incorporate them into your routine.

Why the Weston A. Price Diet Supports Gut Health & Breastfeeding

The Weston A. Price Foundation emphasizes traditional, whole foods that have sustained generations before us. These foods are:

✅ Rich in bioavailable nutrients – Meaning they’re easy to digest and absorb

✅ Packed with gut-healing properties – Like collagen, gelatin, probiotics, and healthy fats

✅ Supportive of milk production – Nutrient-dense foods help sustain energy & lactation

✅ Beneficial for hormonal balance – Healthy fats & fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, K2) regulate hormones

Let’s dive into 5 gut-friendly, breastfeeding-supporting protein recipes that embrace this ancestral wisdom!

1. Nourishing Bone Broth Latte

Bone broth is loaded with collagen, gelatin, and amino acids that heal the gut lining and support postpartum recovery.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup homemade bone broth (grass-fed beef or pasture-raised chicken)

• 1 tbsp grass-fed butter or ghee

• ½ tsp Himalayan salt (supports hydration & minerals)

• ½ tsp turmeric (anti-inflammatory boost)

• Optional: pinch of black pepper (enhances turmeric absorption)

Directions:

1. Heat the bone broth until warm but not boiling.

2. Blend with ghee, salt, and turmeric until frothy.

3. Sip in the morning for a gut-healing, protein-rich start to the day!

✅ Why it’s great: Supports digestion, boosts hydration, and provides healing amino acids for the gut & postpartum tissue repair.

2. Grass-Fed Beef Liver Pâté (Nature’s Multivitamin)

Beef liver is a nutrient powerhouse, loaded with vitamin A, B12, iron, and choline, which support breastfeeding, milk production, and gut health.

Ingredients:

• ½ lb grass-fed beef liver

• 2 tbsp grass-fed butter

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp Himalayan salt

• ½ tsp thyme

• 2 tbsp raw cream or fermented dairy (kefir or yogurt) for extra gut support

Directions:

1. Sauté onions and garlic in butter over medium heat until soft.

2. Add liver and cook until slightly pink inside (don’t overcook to retain nutrients).

3. Blend with salt, thyme, and raw cream until smooth.

4. Serve with sourdough crackers or fresh veggies.

✅ Why it’s great: Liver is one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet—perfect for replenishing postpartum minerals and supporting gut health.

3. Raw Dairy & Kefir Super Smoothie

Raw dairy is full of probiotics, enzymes, and fat-soluble vitamins that aid digestion and promote healthy milk production.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw milk or kefir

• ½ frozen banana

• 1 tbsp grass-fed collagen powder

• 1 tbsp raw honey (gut-friendly prebiotic)

• ½ tsp cinnamon (blood sugar balance)

• 1 tbsp pasture-raised egg yolk (for extra choline & protein)

Directions:

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.

2. Enjoy as a quick, nutrient-dense meal or snack.

✅ Why it’s great: Supports digestion, gut microbiome balance, and milk production while delivering easy-to-absorb proteins and healthy fats.

4. Pasture-Raised Egg & Fermented Veggie Scramble

Pasture-raised eggs are rich in choline, vitamin D, and omega-3s, all of which are crucial for postpartum recovery and brain health. Adding fermented veggies like sauerkraut enhances digestion with probiotics.

Ingredients:

• 2 pasture-raised eggs

• 1 tbsp grass-fed butter or ghee

• ¼ cup fermented sauerkraut or kimchi

• 1 tbsp fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, or chives for detox support)

• Sea salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Whisk eggs and cook in butter over low heat.

2. Once done, stir in fermented veggies and fresh herbs.

3. Top with an extra dollop of ghee for healthy fats.

✅ Why it’s great: Boosts digestion, supports postpartum recovery, and stabilizes blood sugar with protein and healthy fats.

5. Grass-Fed Beef & Organ Meat Burgers

Grass-fed beef is rich in protein, iron, and essential fatty acids, while adding organ meats like heart or liver increases the B vitamins, zinc, and choline—all critical for gut repair and postpartum recovery.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb grass-fed ground beef

• ¼ lb ground beef liver or heart (optional but highly recommended!)

• 1 tsp Himalayan salt

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• 1 pasture-raised egg (for binding & extra nutrients)

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl and form into patties.

2. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat until cooked through.

3. Serve with raw cheese, fermented pickles, and sourdough buns or lettuce wraps.

✅ Why it’s great: Delivers high-quality protein, healthy fats, and bioavailable minerals that support gut lining repair, energy levels, and postpartum recovery.

Final Thoughts: Protein-Rich Nutrition for Women & Breastfeeding Moms

Prioritizing nutrient-dense, ancestral proteins like bone broth, organ meats, raw dairy, pasture-raised eggs, and fermented foods helps all women meet their protein needs—whether for gut health, sustained energy, hormonal balance, or postpartum recovery. For breastfeeding moms, these foods provide bioavailable nutrients that naturally support milk production while replenishing the body after birth.

By focusing on whole, high-quality proteins, you're not just meeting a daily protein goal—you’re building a strong foundation for long-term health, vitality, and nourishment.

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