The Leaky Momma – Desserts Made Specially for Breastfeeding Mothers

Mercedez Eckman, a Kentucky-based mother of three, is serving up baked goods that aren’t made with breast milk, but made with high-quality, functional ingredients that naturally support and aid in milk production. What started in her kitchen in 2020 during her own breastfeeding journey has since grown into The Leaky Momma, a beloved lactation cookie bakery in Lexington (spectrumnews1.com).

Her husband first suggested she turn her milk-boosting cookie recipe into a business, and moms across Kentucky quickly embraced the idea. Today, her desserts strike the perfect balance: indulgent enough to satisfy cravings, yet functional enough to help nursing moms maintain supply.

The Leaky Momma, “Milkies”

Healthy Dessert Options for Pregnant Women and Nursing Moms

Unlike sugary packaged snacks, The Leaky Momma’s recipes are pregnancy and postpartum-safe, all while improving lactation results:

• Oats – rich in iron and fiber, known as a galactagogue.
  
  
  

• Flaxseed – packed with omega-3s and phytoestrogens that help balance hormones.
  
  
  

• Brewer’s yeast – high in protein and B-vitamins, commonly used in lactation recipes.
  
  
  

• Berries – antioxidant-rich and vitamin-loaded, helping satisfy pregnancy cravings.
  
  
  

These functional desserts for breastfeeding mothers who want to enjoy sweet treats without guilt.

What’s on the Menu

Straight from The Leaky Momma’s website, here are the baked goods and mixes that moms love:

• Original Variety Milkies – classic lactation cookies made with milk-boosting ingredients.
  
  
  

• Fancy Variety Milkies – seasonal toppings and glazes on the original recipe.
  
  
  

• Blondies & Brownies – indulgent bars with the same galactagogue ingredients.
  
  
  

• Smoothie Grains – powdered blend of oats, flax, and brewer’s yeast for easy daily use.
  
  
  

• Granola – coming soon, another functional snack designed for moms.
  
  
  

Healthy Treats That Moms Swear by 

Eckman’s desserts aren’t just hype—they’re backed by mom testimonials:

“My first morning after trying these cookies … I had my biggest pump session ever.”
“These cookies are clutch when stress or a growth spurt slows your supply.”
“So good you forget they’re functional.”
(theleakymomma.com)