Breastfeeding Friendly Iced Mint Tea
Staying hydrated while nursing can feel like a full-time job on top of, well, the actual full-time job of feeding a baby. This refreshing drink makes it genuinely enjoyable — cool, lightly sweet, and brightened with fresh lemon so it never tastes flat or medicinal. Fresh mint and a hint of ginger give it a gentle, soothing quality that feels like a treat rather than a chore. Honey adds just enough natural sweetness without going overboard, and the whole thing comes together with simple, wholesome ingredients you can feel good about. Pouring it over a tall glass of ice makes it instantly satisfying, especially during those marathon feeding sessions when you need something cold in hand. Keep a pitcher in the fridge and you'll always have something delicious waiting for you.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 4 cups ice
- fresh mint sprigs (optional)
- lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and ginger slices in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat, add the mint leaves, and stir to submerge them. Let steep for 10 minutes, until the liquid is deeply fragrant and pale green.
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