When Mercedez Eckman began baking cookies in her Kentucky kitchen during her own breastfeeding journey, she never imagined it would grow into a business. But after her husband suggested turning her supply-boosting recipe into a company, moms across the state embraced it. Today, The Leaky Momma is a Lexington-based bakery creating indulgent desserts with functional ingredients that naturally support lactation — proving that sometimes the best businesses are born from the challenges of motherhood.

We are offering information about nutrient types and serving sizes, but the meals you prepare for your children do not have to be fancy or in perfect alignment with these recommendations. This is just a guideline, the most important aspect is to do your best to provide as well-rounded meals as possible.

You are going to do a great job feeding your little one! Again, it does not need to be exact or perfect. An occasional night of macaroni and cheese is just fine and yummy!