Can Oreo cookies boost your milk supply?
- Chelsea Lactation & Postpartum Care
- Apr 1, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: 6 hours ago
Do Oreos Really Boost Milk Supply?
You’ve probably heard it somewhere—maybe from a friend, your mom, or a TikTok: “I ate Oreos, and it really boosted my supply!” And when you're tired, worried about your milk supply, and just want a quick solution, a cookie sounds pretty darn good.
But do Oreos really help with milk supply?
The Oreo Myth: Where Did It Come From?
Oreos aren’t a proven galactagogue (a food or substance that increases milk production). But there are a few theories floating around:
Calories: Breastfeeding burns energy. Eating something high-calorie might give your body the fuel it needs to keep up.
Oxytocin boost: Eating something comforting (like your favorite cookie) may help you relax, which can support let-down.
Lecithin: Oreos contain soy lecithin, which may help prevent plugged ducts—but it doesn’t increase milk production.
None of these are magic. And none of them are specific to Oreos.
What Actually Helps Boost Milk Supply?
Milk supply is mostly about demand and removal—how often and how well milk is removed from the breast. That means:
✅ Frequent, effective feeding (or pumping)
✅ Good latch and milk transfer
✅ Managing any pain, stress, or medical concerns
✅ Getting enough food, water, and rest yourself
✅ Personalized support when things aren’t going smoothly
You don’t need a box of cookies. You need a plan that actually fits your situation.
Worried About Your Milk Supply?
If you’re here because you’re concerned about supply, you're not alone. So many parents Google late at night looking for something — anything — that might help. Cookies would be an easy fix. Unfortunately, milk production usually needs a more personalized approach.
The good news? Supply challenges are often very workable when you understand what’s actually happening in your situation.
If you’d like to talk it through, I offer virtual lactation consults designed around exactly this:
Perfect for one or two focused questions, reassurance, or help troubleshooting something specific.
A more detailed conversation about your baby’s feeding patterns, latch, pumping routine, and practical steps to support supply.
90-Minute Comprehensive Consult
A full review of your history, goals, and current challenges — with a customized plan you can move forward with confidently.
In any session, we’ll cover the basics of how milk production actually works, look at your current routine, and identify realistic, supportive next steps tailored to you.
I’m based in Canada, just outside Ottawa — and I love supporting families virtually, no matter where you’re located. If you’ve landed here from across the country (or across the world!), we can absolutely work together online.
If you feel like you need more than internet tips, I’m here. You can book a virtual consult and we’ll figure it out together.
Warmly,