The Effect of Lactation Cookies on Breastfeeding Outcomes in Lactating Women

Inclusion Criteria: * Women 1 month postpartum * Exclusively breastfeeding * Aged 18-45 years * Healthy term infants (≥37 weeks gestation) * Uncomplicated pregnancies and births * Residing in Lebanon * Planning to exclusively breastfeed for at least 2 months * Intending to attend recommended pediatrician visits * Infants must be at least 1 month old Exclusion Criteria: * Twin pregnancy * Allergies or dislike of ingredients in the study cookies * Presence of any health condition including: thyroid disease, epilepsy, psychosis, or bipolar disorder * Currently receiving treatment for depression or anxiety * Mastitis * Smoking or alcohol consumption * Taking medications or substances that may affect milk production, including: metoclopramide, chlorpromazine, domperidone, herbal galactagogues, thyroid hormones, or blood thinning medications