Lactation Hot Chocolate Original - Organic Dairy Free Breastfeeding Hot Chocolate - Nourish Mama

Nourish Mama is formulated by Kelly Northey, a Certified Postpartum Nutrition Professional with over 16 years of experience supporting Australian families.

Kelly created the Nourish Mama range from her own experience as a breastfeeding mum — because she knew that a depleted mother couldn't pour from an empty cup.

Explore the full lactation hot chocolate range and breastfeeding support products for complete postpartum nourishment.

For your health and wellbeing, Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate is:

🌿 Formulated for breastfeeding and postpartum mums

🥛 Dairy-free — suitable for mums avoiding dairy for their baby

🌾 Gluten-free and nut-free

🚫 Refined sugar-free — sweetened with organic coconut sugar

🌱 Vegan and plant-based

☕ No added caffeine. Cacao contains a small amount of natural caffeine.

✨ No artificial flavours, fillers, or preservatives

✅ Organic certified ingredients

🚫 GMO-free

🍫 Multipurpose — enjoy hot or cold, or add to smoothies, protein balls, shakes, and biscuits

🇦🇺 Local and imported ingredients. Blended and packed in Australia.

This hot chocolate is made for you if:

→ You're breastfeeding and want a warm daily ritual that actually nourishes you

→ You've cut back on coffee and miss having a comforting pick-me-up

→ You're dairy-free — for your own comfort or your baby's — and want a hot drink you genuinely love

→ You want postpartum energy support without sugar spikes or artificial stimulants

→ You're looking for a thoughtful, practical gift for a new mum she'll reach for every single day

Not right for you if you have a thyroid condition — maca is not recommended in this case. Always check with your healthcare provider if unsure.

Step 1 — Classic: Mix 1–2 heaped teaspoons into a mug of hot water. Add your favourite plant-based milk — oat, almond, or coconut — and stir well. A milk frother gives the best creamy finish.

Step 2 — Iced: Stir into cold water or milk and pour over ice. Just as nourishing, and lovely in the warmer months.

Step 3 — In the kitchen: Add to smoothies, overnight oats, protein balls, or lactation cookie batter for an extra nutritional boost.

Tip: Many mums pair this with Nourish Mama Choc Chip Lactation Cookies or Recovery Hydration Powder for broader postpartum nourishment.

When to start: Any time during breastfeeding. Talk to your midwife or GP before using in pregnancy.

Ingredients: Cacao Powder*, Coconut Sugar*, Maca*, Millet Flour*,
Coconut Milk Powder*

*Organic **Local and imported ingredients. Blended and packed in Australia.

Maca is not recommended for people with thyroid conditions.

Contains: No common allergens.

Free from: Dairy · gluten · nuts · soy · artificial flavours · preservatives · refined sugar.

No added caffeine. Cacao contains a small amount of natural caffeine.

Size: 200gm (25 servings) — full-lined resealable packet for maximum freshness & flavour.

Size:200gm (25 servings)/foil lined resealable packet for maximum freshness & flavour

I'm worried I'm not making enough milk. Will this hot chocolate help?

Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original is made with organic millet, a reputed galactagogue traditionally used by breastfeeding mothers. It's a food, not a medicine. Feeding often, resting when you can and drinking enough all matter too. If you're worried about your supply or your baby's weight, talk to your child health nurse, GP or a lactation consultant (IBCLC).

I barely have time to eat. Does a hot chocolate count as looking after myself?

Yes. A warm cup made with nourishing ingredients takes the time it takes to boil the kettle. Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original gives you a reason to sit down for five minutes. Pair it with a Nourish Mama Lactation Cookie when there's no time for a proper snack.

I've cut back on coffee and the 3am feeds are wearing me down. Is this a good swap?

Many mums use it in place of an afternoon or late-night coffee. No added caffeine. Cacao contains a small amount of natural caffeine. You still get a warm, comforting cup in your hands at the feeds that feel longest. Make it with your favourite plant-based milk for a creamier drink.

I want something that tastes good, not another medicinal drink. Does it?

Yes. Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original tastes like a rich, creamy hot chocolate, because that's what it is. Organic raw cacao gives the chocolate flavour, coconut milk powder adds creaminess and coconut sugar sweetens it. Most mums say it feels like a little indulgence, not a supplement.

Who is the Lactation Hot Chocolate Original for?

Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original is made for breastfeeding mums. It suits dairy-free mums, mums cutting back on coffee, and anyone who wants a warm daily ritual. Other people in the house enjoy it too. It isn't suitable if you have a thyroid condition, because it contains maca.

When can I start drinking it?

Any time while you're breastfeeding, from the first days after birth onwards. Many mums keep a pouch ready before the baby arrives. Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original contains maca, so talk to your midwife or GP before using it in pregnancy.

What does it taste like?

Rich, smooth chocolate with a creamy finish from the coconut milk powder. It's sweetened with organic coconut sugar. Made with oat, almond or coconut milk, it tastes like a classic hot chocolate. Made with water alone, it's lighter. A milk frother gives the creamiest cup.

Is it suitable if I'm dairy-free or vegan?

Yes. Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original is dairy-free and vegan, made with organic coconut milk powder in place of animal dairy. It's also made without gluten, nuts and soy. Many mums choose it because they've cut dairy for their own comfort or their baby's.

How much do I use?

Mix 1 to 2 heaped teaspoons into a mug of hot water, then add your favourite plant-based milk and stir well. Each 200g pouch of Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original holds about 25 serves of around 8g. Use more for a richer cup.

When is the best time to drink it?

Whenever you need a warm moment. Many mums have it as an afternoon ritual in place of coffee. Others keep it for the late-night or early-morning feeds. Once a day is a simple routine to start with, alongside regular meals and plenty of water.

How do I make it hot, iced or in baking?

Hot: stir into hot water, add plant-based milk and froth if you like. Iced: stir into cold water or milk and pour over ice. In the kitchen, add Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original to smoothies, overnight oats, protein balls or lactation cookie batter.

What are the ingredients?

Cacao powder, coconut sugar, maca, millet flour and coconut milk powder. Every ingredient in Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original is organic. The blend uses local and imported ingredients, and it is blended and packed in Australia. There are no fillers, artificial flavours or preservatives.

What allergens does it contain?

Contains: no common allergens. Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original is made without dairy, gluten, nuts or soy, and it's free from artificial flavours, preservatives and refined sugar. No added caffeine. Cacao contains a small amount of natural caffeine. If you have a food allergy, read the full ingredient list before use.

Can I drink it in pregnancy, or if I take medication?

It contains maca. Talk to your midwife or GP before using in pregnancy. Maca isn't recommended for people with thyroid conditions. If you take medication or have a health condition, check with your GP or pharmacist before adding Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original to your day.

How is the Original different from Chai Spice, Choc Mint and the Golden Latte?

The three Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolates share the same base. Chai Spice adds cinnamon, cardamom and allspice. Choc Mint adds peppermint, which a small number of mums notice affects their supply. The Golden Latte is a turmeric and ginger blend with no cacao. Choose the Original for pure chocolate.

Why not make my own with cacao powder at home?

You could buy organic cacao, maca, millet flour, coconut milk powder and coconut sugar and blend them yourself. That's five pantry items to buy and measure. Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original has them ready in one resealable pouch, so a cup takes one spoon and one hand.

How is it different from a supermarket hot chocolate or other lactation drinks?

Many supermarket hot chocolates use dairy and refined sugar. This one is dairy-free, sweetened with coconut sugar, and made with millet and maca. Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original was created by Kelly Northey, a Certified Postpartum Nutrition Professional, with five organic ingredients and nothing else.

How many pouches should I buy?

One 200g pouch holds about 25 serves. At one cup a day, that's more than three weeks. At two cups a day, a pouch lasts about two weeks. The Cosy Cup Set pairs Nourish Mama Lactation Hot Chocolate Original with a milk frother included.

Is it a good gift for a new mum?

Yes. It's one of our most gifted products. It's practical and feels like a little luxury. Pair it with Nourish Mama Choc Chip Lactation Cookies for a chocolatey gift, or choose the Postpartum Gift Box, which brings Lactation Cookies and Lactation Hot Chocolate together.

How do I store it, and how fast is shipping?

Store the pouch in a cool, dry place and seal it firmly after each use. Most orders are dispatched within 1 to 2 business days. Shipping is free in Australia over $99, or $12 flat rate in Australia and $15 to New Zealand. It's also on Amazon Australia.

*If you are concerned about your breast milk supply or your baby’s health, always seek help from a health care provider.
Lactation consultants, breastfeeding counsellors, specialist nurses like child health nurses or doctors can also help with any breastfeeding questions or concerns you may have.
The Australian Breastfeeding Association is also a great resource for information and support.